Newly crowned BNP Paribas Open champion Roger Federer has said that he "couldn't be happier" following his success at Indian Wells.
The Swiss overcame John Isner 7-6[7] 6-3 in the final to claim his third title of the year.
Victory means Federer has now equalled Rafael Nadal's record of 19 Masters 1000 titles.
"It's been a tough tournament for all of the players with a lot of sickness," said Federer, referring to a viral infection that forced eight players to withdraw in the first week.
"I'm happy I survived the early rounds to give myself a chance. I couldn't be happier."
It was the fourth time that the world number three has won at Indian Wells, having last triumphed in 2006.
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Michael Penkman
Michael Penkman
