Roger Federer defeated his old rival Rafael Nadal
Roger Federer defeated his old rival Rafael Nadal

Wimbledon 2019: Roger Federer beats Rafael Nadal to set up meeting in final with Novak Djokovic


Roger Federer defeated his old rival Rafael Nadal in four compelling sets to reach his 12th Wimbledon final, where he will meet Novak Djokovic. Here's a full review and highlights from both semi-finals.

Federer wins 40th instalment of great rivalry

Roger Federer gained his revenge 11 years on with victory over great rival Rafael Nadal to reach a 12th Wimbledon final.

A rematch of their classic 2008 title decider, won in five pulsating sets by Nadal, had been anticipated more than any match for years at the All England Club and it did not disappoint.

The final stages were packed full of extraordinary tension and drama, with Nadal saving four match points but, after three hours and two minutes, it was Federer, a month shy of his 38th birthday, who clinched a 7-6 (3) 1-6 6-3 6-4 victory and the chance to take on Novak Djokovic on Sunday.

Should he win, it would give the ageless Swiss a ninth Wimbledon title and take him to 21 Grand Slam trophies, three ahead of Nadal and six clear of Djokovic.

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