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Federer Nets Historic 15th Slam

Epic match ends in a record 16-14 final set

By Katherine Thompson,  Newser Staff

Posted Jul 5, 2009 12:37 PM CDT
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(Newser) – Roger Federer claimed his 15th Grand Slam by outlasting Andy Roddick in a grueling five sets at Wimbledon. The 5-7, 7-6, 7-6, 3-6, 16-14 match easily smashed the record for longest set, as neither man could break the other, USA Today reports. Federer set the new mark for titles as Pete Sampras, the previous record-holder, looked on.

Roger Federer of Switzerland watches the ball during the men's singles final against Andy Roddick of the US , on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Roger Federer of Switzerland watches the ball during the men's singles final against Andy Roddick of the US , on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.   (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
Andy Roddick of U.S. plays a return to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Andy Roddick of U.S. plays a return to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.   (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)
Andy Roddick of U.S. slips and falls while chasing a return from Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Andy Roddick of U.S. slips and falls while chasing a return from Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.   (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)
Roger Federer of Switzerland returns to Andy Roddick of U.S. during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Roger Federer of Switzerland returns to Andy Roddick of U.S. during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.   (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)
Andy Roddick of U.S. plays a return to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Andy Roddick of U.S. plays a return to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.   (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)
Roger Federer of Switzerland reacts to a point won against Andy Roddick of U.S. during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Roger Federer of Switzerland reacts to a point won against Andy Roddick of U.S. during their men's final match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Sunday, July 5, 2009.   (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)
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NxBigmouthery
Jul 5, 2009 11:03 AM CDT
Roddick should be very proud of that match. He was amazing. But Rog...you did it, buddy, and you bloody well deserved it. You are the greatest ever, and have played some of the most freakish shots I've ever seen. Congrats.
Zorro
Jul 5, 2009 6:14 AM CDT
It was tough to see either guy lose - incredible match.
foodchain11
Jul 5, 2009 5:55 AM CDT
Go Roger!!!!! Although, I'm finally really proud of Roddick, his game, his preparation, his attitude, all of it; he can start a great career now. BEST TO ROGER; GREAT GAME

 
Roger Federer • Andy Roddick • Wimbledon • Grand Slam tennis • men's tennis

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