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 Kei Nishikori, Asia's first qualifier for the prestigious ATP
season-ending event, was handed a tennis lesson by the 33-year-old
in London, before seeking positives.
"I think he's getting better every time," the dynamic Japanese said,
explaining Tuesday's loss.
"Actually I never feel that he's 33. He looks still young, and is
playing amazing tennis. I think age doesn't matter right now."
That Nishikori was able to be magnanimous in defeat, can be
attributed to a breakthrough year in which he reached a grand slam
final at the U.S. Open, captured four ATP World Tour titles and
became the first Asian man to finish in the Top 10 of the ATP world
rankings since they were introduced in 1973.
 "I try to enjoy every moment I have," Nishikori said after the
one-sided 6-3 6-2 affair.
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"You know, after the U.S. Open, there's been a little bit (of)
change, more attention for me everywhere.
"I try to enjoy every moment... Even this week, try to enjoy every
match. Try to play good tennis all the time."
(Editing by Ken Ferris)
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