If you were lucky enough to view the Wimbeldon final this weekend, you most likely watched the most epic, modern day, tennis match of all time. The match lasted a record 4 hours and 48 minutes (the match started at 9AM EST), including two 25 minute plus rain delays.
Nadal took the first two sets and Federer won two tie-breaks to earn the 3rd and 4th sets. The final set came down to a Nadal break of serve, who eventually went on to win 9-7 when Federer hit a forehand into the net.
Here’s the championship point:
The NY Times frontpage included an exhausted Nadal slumped to the ground (or grass). And here’s some coverage from the BBC.
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that macth was amazing
Hi Aaron,
Thanks for the comment. Did you watch the Australian Open? I’m not sure if Federer is done?
Best,
Vince
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