Federer turns on the power but overshadowed by marathon men

TOP men’s seed Roger Federer strode imperiously into the second round of the French Open in a performance which underlined his title credentials.

But strangely the reigning Wimbledon and Australian Open champion found himself over- shadowed by two French players, Fabrice Santoro and Arnaud Clement, who created a slice of history in a marathon contest.

Santoro burst into tears as the crowd acclaimed his victory over Clement in the longest match ever played.