Roger Federer will take on Novak Djokovic in the final of Wimbledon after downing great rival Rafael Nadal.
The 20-time Grand Slam champion downed the Spaniard 7-6 (7-3) 1-6 6-3 6-4 in their first meeting at the All England Club in 11 years, halting the world No. 2s 17-match winning streak.
He will now take on world No. 1 and defending champion Djokovic on Sunday. The Serb is chasing a fifth title in his sixth final in these parts, should he win he will equal Bjorn Borgs number of Wimbledon crowns.
A remarkable ninth title is on the line for the 37-year-old – who continues to amaze despite his age – and hes certainly being made to work hard for it, taking on both of his greatest rivals in the latter stages of the tournament.
The all-Big Three affair will ensure their 10-Slam winning streak is extended to 11 and Djokovic has the opportunity to extend his winning head-to-head against Federer at his favourite major.
Its the second year in a row where Nadal has taken out in the semi-finals in SW19 – losing to Djokovic last year in a dramatic five-setter – and he was well beaten in an entertaining match up this time around.
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His recent record against the Swiss maestro has left something to be desired. Aside from last months French Open semi-final, the 33-year-old has lost his past five meetings.
For Federer, its a first Grand Slam final since the Australian Open in 2017 and he has the opportunity to extend his Grand Slam record by lifting a 21st major.
It was Federer who started the sharper in front of a star-studded crowd that included Sir Alex Ferguson, Hugh Grant and david . He kicked off proceedings with an ace – the first of seven in the opening set – while he crafted the first opportunity to break just before the half hour mark.
A netted backhand let Nadal off the hook but Federer stepped on the gas in the tiebreak and moved in front.
Again, the second seed squandoured two more Read More – Source
Roger Federer will take on Novak Djokovic in the final of Wimbledon after downing great rival Rafael Nadal.
The 20-time Grand Slam champion downed the Spaniard 7-6 (7-3) 1-6 6-3 6-4 in their first meeting at the All England Club in 11 years, halting the world No. 2s 17-match winning streak.
He will now take on world No. 1 and defending champion Djokovic on Sunday. The Serb is chasing a fifth title in his sixth final in these parts, should he win he will equal Bjorn Borgs number of Wimbledon crowns.
A remarkable ninth title is on the line for the 37-year-old – who continues to amaze despite his age – and hes certainly being made to work hard for it, taking on both of his greatest rivals in the latter stages of the tournament.
The all-Big Three affair will ensure their 10-Slam winning streak is extended to 11 and Djokovic has the opportunity to extend his winning head-to-head against Federer at his favourite major.
Its the second year in a row where Nadal has taken out in the semi-finals in SW19 – losing to Djokovic last year in a dramatic five-setter – and he was well beaten in an entertaining match up this time around.
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His recent record against the Swiss maestro has left something to be desired. Aside from last months French Open semi-final, the 33-year-old has lost his past five meetings.
For Federer, its a first Grand Slam final since the Australian Open in 2017 and he has the opportunity to extend his Grand Slam record by lifting a 21st major.
It was Federer who started the sharper in front of a star-studded crowd that included Sir Alex Ferguson, Hugh Grant and david . He kicked off proceedings with an ace – the first of seven in the opening set – while he crafted the first opportunity to break just before the half hour mark.
A netted backhand let Nadal off the hook but Federer stepped on the gas in the tiebreak and moved in front.
Again, the second seed squandoured two more Read More – Source
