Federer´s resurgence, Birkdale drama and magical Man City – 2017´s sporting highlights

There were countless memorable sporting moments in 2017, from Roger Federer s stunning Australian Open triumph to Manchester City s dominance of the Premier League.

Omnisport s writers reflect on the drama they witnessed at the year s biggest events. 

 

Dejan Kalinic on the Australian Open and a magical men s singles final

A first Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal grand slam final since 2011 made the men s Australian Open decider special enough, but two of the greatest players of all-time served up a classic in their unexpected showdown on Rod Laver Arena.

Federer was playing in his first tournament since Wimbledon the year prior and questions remained over how he would return from knee surgery.

Nadal was on the comeback trail after a wrist in…