Five and counting
Federer overcomes arch-rival Nadal; joins Bjorg in Wimbledon lore
London: Roger Federer lifts the trophy after winning the men's Wimbledon final against Rafael Nadal of Spain at the All England Lawn Tennis Club yesterday.
Federer won his fifth consecutive Wimbledon title, beating nemesis Nadal in a five-set epic and taking his place in tennis history beside Bjorn Borg.
The top-ranked Swiss player was pushed to the limit in a Grand Slam final for the first time, but he held on to win 7-6 (7), 4-6, 7-6 (3), 2-6, 6-2 for his 11th major title.
Federer is the first man to win five straight titles at the All England Club since Borg did it from 1976-80.
Best makes legend. That?s what we saw in Lawn Tennis club. Congrats, Roger! You are creating an aim for the new generation.
Sanath
Dubai,UAE
Posted: July 09, 2007, 08:32
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