British number one Dan Evans earned himself a prestige match-up against Roger Federer as the Swiss great's first opponent in his long-awaited comeback tomorrow. Dan Evans will face Roger Federer in Qatar after coming through against Jeremy ChardyThe Swiss great, returning after 14 months out, was an interested spectator courtsideEvans will be a familiar enough foe to Federer, who in the past has given him the royal summons to train with him in Switzerland. 'It's going to be a great atmosphere, great to come and play Roger,' said Evans. Chardy has had a decent season so far and made Evans work hard in the opener, failing to take advantage of his break points. From then on his movement was not the same and the British player cantered away to set up an intriguing encounter.

Source: Daily Mail March 09, 2021 14:37 UTC