Roger Federer of Switzerland became the first player in 16 years to win three majors in a season, crushing Lleyton Hewitt 6-0, 7-6 (3), 6-0 to win the U.S. Open. In doing so, Federer is drawing comparisons with the all-time greats of tennis.
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