World number two, Roger Federer, looked every bit like the best hard court player in the world this week as he came back against an in-form Mardy Fish to claim the Cincinnati title.

Mardy Fish snatched victory from the jaws of defeat and will play long time nemesis Roger Federer for the title in Cincinnati.

Last week the top four seeds all made the semifinals, and this week they have all made the quarterfinals where four hungry challengers are looking for upsets.

Rogers Cup Champion Andy Murray got roughed up by France’s Jeremy Chardy but when he needed it most, Murray had enough fight to win.

The rain could not hide the tears as American’s Fish, Roddick, Sweeting and Isner all fell at the Legg Mason Tournament on Thursday.

Wednesday was a tough day for the seeds in Washington but top seed Tomas Berdych barely managed to move ahead.

In the Legg Mason Tennis Classic, John Isner continued his tiebreaker success and escape artist Fernando Verdasco narrowly advanced to the round of sixteen on Tuesday.

At the Atlanta Championships, the fans got the all-American finals they wanted but top seed And Roddick is down and out.

For the top ranked tour players, the rise of Tomas Berdych spells trouble. Always regarded as one of the most talented players on tour, Berdych has finally become comfortable with himself and with competing on the big stage.

On Friday, the top seeds all advanced in the men’s upper bracket as the game’s experienced performers moved on to the round of sixteen.