Roger Federer vs. Andy Roddick (2009 Wimbledon Final)

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The 2009 Wimbledon Men's Singles final between Roger Federer and Andy Roddick was a historic match that captivated tennis fans worldwide. Held on July 5, 2009, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, it marked the third Wimbledon final and fourth Grand Slam final between the two players. Federer, seeking his fifteenth major title, faced a resilient Roddick, who aimed to claim his first Wimbledon title. The match lasted 4 hours and 17 minutes, with Federer ultimately winning 5–7, 7–6(8–6), 7–6(7–5), 3–6, 16–14. This match set a record for the most games played in a Grand Slam final, with 77 games. Roddick's powerful serve was broken only once, in the final game of the match. Despite his valiant effort, Roddick fell short, but his performance remains one of the most memorable in tennis history. The match highlighted Federer's ability to overcome adversity, as he rebounded from a first-set loss and several close tiebreakers to secure his sixth Wimbledon title and surpass Pete Sampras's record for most Grand Slam titles. The drama and intensity of this match have made it a legendary moment in tennis.