Roger Federer was as pleased to play his first Tennis match in India as Delhi fans were to see and scream for him. Here's a look at how the 17-time Grand Slam champion wowed fans with his on-court skills and off-court charm. (All images courtesy: AFP and AP)

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Roger Federer was as pleased to play his first Tennis match in India as Delhi fans were to see and scream for him. Here's a look at how the 17-time Grand Slam champion wowed fans with his on-court skills and off-court charm. (All images courtesy: AFP and AP)

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World number two Federer hailed the new International Premier Tennis League as "crazy but fun" after sauntering through his debut matches.

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Playing for Indian Aces, Federer teamed up with India's Sania Mirza to register an easy win.

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For Sania, it was a memorable occasion to play beside the legendary player.

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The pair broke their opponents' Bruno Soares and Daniela Hantuchova serve thrice to coast to a 6-0 victory.

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Sania later tweeted her thrill at having played with Federer.

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Federer continued to give a tennis masterclass in his next match, teaming with Rohan Bopanna in the men's doubles match against Lleyton Hewitt and Nick Krygios.

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While Federer praised the new format in Tennis, he also said that he was a traditionalist at heart and liked the old scoring system.

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"Of course it cant replace the regular format. Interesting that it's happening in this part of the world. It's a fun thing, the team aspect is cool because the tour can be a lonely place. Your name is announced like you are a superstar, that's quite something," said the Swiss star.

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Federer is seen here with another legend in Pete Sampras (L) and France's Gael Monfils.

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Roger Federer Dazzles in Delhi, Wows Indian Fans

Roger Federer was as pleased to play his first Tennis match in India as Delhi fans were to see and scream for him. Here's a look at how the 17-time Grand Slam champion wowed fans with his on-court skills and off-court charm. (All images courtesy: AFP and AP)