'Stars align' as Federer seeks to break Djokovic spell in Wimbledon final

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Roger Federer's match at Wimbledon's finals will be one of his greatest as he attempts to become the oldest Grand Slam winner. FMTNews Tennis Federer Djokovic

July 13, 2019 6:57 PM

The 37-year-old Swiss can clinch a record-extending 21st major if he manages to break free of the world number one’s stranglehold. That win was crucial coming as it did just a month after his old rival had condemned him to his worst Slam loss in 11 years in the semi-finals at Roland Garros. Djokovic, a 15-time Grand Slam champion, is respected by British fans but certainly not revered in the same saintly fashion reserved for Federer.

 

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