Roger Federer: Milos Raonic sends ominous warning ahead of Stuttgart Open final clash

Federer prevailed in a thrilling three-setter against Nick Kyrgios on Saturday to reach the final.

In doing so, the Swiss legend overtook Rafael Nadal to become the new world No 1.

Raonic clinched his place in the final after his victory over Frenchman Lucas Rouille.

Although Federer is easing himself back in after his comeback from three months out of the game, Raonic has won two of their past three meetings.

And when asked about where his game is at ahead of the final, Raonic said: “I can make a step forward.

“It’s an important step.”

When asked more specifically to rate his chances against Federer, Raonic added: “I try do my things as most as possible.

“I think I can do well.”

Federer, meanwhile, has revealed his delight at getting back to the top of the world rankings.

He said: "I am very happy and very relieved.

“It was close and it could have gone either way naturally but I am happy that I have got it and got back to world No 1 next Monday."

After Stuttgart, Federer heads to Halle, Germany for the Gerry Weber Open where he is hoping to lift his 10th title.