FedEx and Pistol Pete

Got an invite for an exclusive mingling session with Roger Federer and Pete Sampras, two tennis legends here in Malaysia for the "Clash of the Titans" series. How not to go? Actually, I declined the invitation earlier on when asked last weekend, on the expectation that the place (Shooks! at Starhill) will be jam-packed like sardines.

But, changed my mind last minute, and rechecked whether I could still go. Initially, was told that the available spaces have been taken up, but later got a call confirming a place for me. Yippeee! Cocktail was scheduled for 6pm, and I only managed to get there about 6:35pm, and the cordoned off place was filled with so many people! How on earth will FedEx and Pistol Pete be able to mingle simple boggles the mind. And true enough, their scheduled arrival at 6:45pm was delayed due to a prior press conference, only getting there about 7:15pm, and they couldn't mingle. Sigh...

What transpired? A lot of digital cameras and handphone cameras flashing away. Both were asked a couple of questions which they kindly answered, but when it came to phototaking time, it was like a mad rush. No one-on-one photo session, more like group shots, and no autographs. BUMMER! And time was also limited for phototaking. Initially, I wanted to go up and have my photo taken with them, but there were just too many people still in queue before the announcement of "Time's Up!", with them being ushered away for the next appointment to have dinner with the Deputy Prime Minister. Humpph...

Now, I enjoy tennis (more like watching on telly), and have a few favourite players. Steffi Graf, Andre Agassi, and now, Roger Federer! He is simply the best!!! Currently at No. 1 in the world, and hungry for more grandslam titles!

My consolation? Some good shots of the famous duo, and I stood at the exact same spot where Roger Federer stood barely a few moments before! :P