Federer shrugs off accusation of getting special treatment

Swiss maestro rejects rival's claim that he manipulates scheduling

LONDON - Roger Federer on Tuesday dismissed a rival's claim that he gets preferential treatment from tournament organizers due to his status as one of the tennis' all-time greats.

French veteran Julien Benneteau last week accused the 20-time Grand Slam champion from Switzerland of using his reputation to secure favorable scheduling.