Roger Federer Wins Sixth Wimbledon Title

Roger Federer beat Andy Roddick in the Men’s Final at Wimbledon yesterday (July 5) in a five-set thriller.

The No.2 seed won his sixth Wimbledon crown after beating Roddick 5-7 7-6 (8-6) 7-6 (7-5) 3-6 16-14.

It was a historical day for Federer as the 27-year-old regained the number one status in the men’s rankings as well as surpassing Pete Sampras in the all-time Grand Slam standings with 15 majors to his name.

Famous faces in the crowd included Rod Laver, Bjorn Borg and Pete Sampras looking on from the Royal box.

Posted on July 6, 2009 | Filed Under Tennis

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