Andy Roddick is usually known for his 145mph aces and his big forehand to pressure his opponents, but in the Miami Final, he showed patience and craftiness to win.

Roddick's softest shots made the biggest impact on Sunday. He kept Tomas Berdych out of rhythm by hitting delicate backhands, loopy forehands and changeup first serves.
It was Roddick's fifth title in a Masters 1000 tournament — one level below the Grand Slams — and his first since 2006.

 The runner-up two weeks ago at Indian Wells, another Masters 1000 event, Roddick has a record of 26-4 this year, best on the men's tour.
"The last month has been real good for me," said Roddick, who was seeded sixth. "I've played well in the big moments.

I've been able to have a game plan and execute it, regardless of what kind of shots it takes. So it's all good. It's all encouraging."
Roddick's slice backhand repeatedly forced the 6-foot-5 Berdych to hit the ball at ankle level, robbing his forehand of power.

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