Nick Kyrgios reveals Roger Federer's THREE greatest strengths ahead of US Open showdown
NICK KYRGIOS has listed Roger Federer's greatest strengths with the pair set for their first clash in a Grand Slam on Saturday.
Kyrgios booked his place in the third round when he overcame Pierre-Hugues Herbert in four sets on Court 17.
And not long after Federer sealed his spot with a convincing win over Benoit Paire.
Kyrgios and Paire have never played each other at Grand Slam.
But their previous three meetings have been enthralling battles all going the distance.
When asked to give his assessment of Federer's game, Kyrgios outlined the attributes which make the Swiss star great.
Kyrgios said: "I think his slice return, his chip return, is the best the game has ever seen.
"There has never been a better chip return ever. I think if you took that shot away, he wouldn't be as good because he neutralizes big serves as well.
"He turns it into pretty much instant offense.
"His serve and first shot unbelievable, very unpredictable. And he's unbelievably efficient.
"Never gets tired, doesn't seem like it. His movements are so efficient. He's just, yeah, those would be the three things.
"He's efficient, serve and first ball, and chip return."