Roger Federer overcame long-term rival Rafael Nadal to win the Miami Open
for the third time with a convincing 6-3 6-4 win over the Spaniard
and continue his remarkable start to the season.

A sweeping backhand down the line in the final game summed up
the confidence which poured from the champion from start to finish
as he moved to an 11-match winning streak and improved his record to 19 wins and just one defeat in 2017.

"The dream continues," Federer said after the win.
"It's been a fabulous couple of weeks.
What a start to the year, thank you to my team and all who have supported me,
especially in my more difficult challenging times last year."

The Spaniard rarely looked like he would land a first Miami title in what was his fifth final said
"It's disappointing that every time in my career
I have stood here I get the smaller trophy,"  
"It's been a very good two weeks for me.
Even if I lost for the third time this year
to Roger it's a good start, playing three finals."
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