A Djokovic versus Federer men's final on Sunday, Serena Williams will meet Garbine Muguruza in Saturday's women's final. But before that there's Wimbledon 2Day on BBC2 and online from 20:00 BST.
The director is cutting to fade so it's a wrap from us. Thanks, as always, for joining us. Until tomorrow.
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What have we learned today? Roger Federer is brilliant and has progressed to his 10th Wimbledon final. Novak Djokovic is a tennis machine and is on course for a third Wimbledon title. There's a plethora of videos to watch if tennis fatigue has not hit.
Predictions on Federer v Djokovic final
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Djokovic was going to be ready, regardless. He'll think 'Roger has been the best player, I haven't, we start from zero.'
"If Roger serves over 70% first serves again that takes out Novak's strength - the return. He's going to have to keep up the form he's in. He's in a rhythm.
"It's great for tennis. It has the makings of another great final. I don't think Novak is overall favourite based on what we've seen but he's the reigning champion. Roger can't just be an instant favourite after today."
The spectators on Centre Court have vanished, as have the umpire, the line judges and the net. The dusty baseline has been vacuumed and the sprinklers are sating the thirsty grass.
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"The feeling was that match was close but Andy didn't really have any chance. The serve was the big difference.
"The stats for Andy aren't that bad, they are not great but they aren't bad either. Andy got a bit discouraged in the third set but until then he didn't do anything wrong. What he could have done was pick a side on Roger's serve and just go for it and get a few more serves back. This is just nit-picking."
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I fought as hard as I could - Murray
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More from Andy Murray: "I was trying to fight as hard as I could. I served pretty well under pressure but it felt that every point was ending with a winner. I'm not sure what it looked like to watch, but it felt that I had to play incredibly well just to stay in the match.
"I felt that the crowd were with me. Every time I pumped a fist towards them, they responded with more noise.
"He has earned all the support he gets around the world. When you don't have many opportunities, it is difficult to gather the momentum, but I felt that the crowd were with me."
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"Andy Murray realises his first serve is as good as it has been for a long time. Federer played an incredible match. Sometimes you have to tip your cap in tennis. Roger is one of the best players that has ever lived and that's the best I have ever seen him play."
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Losses are easier when you execute your game plan. A loss like this will be easier to accept than the 2012 final. He just got outplayed, it is pretty simple.
"So clear-cut a performance of Roger. Normally we are victims of the moment as athletes. It was such a forthright and clear situation though, Murray nailed it afterwards. He walked right in and described it."
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More from Murray: "I feel like Wimbledon is my best chance to win a slam. I feel that this is my best surface and I have consistently played well here through my career. It is always tough when you go out of the major event and this is no different."
'Roger has a great chance to win'
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More from Andy Murray: "If Roger serves like he did today then he will give himself a great chance to win the final.
"It is not frustrating to be in the same era as Roger. It is great that I get the chance to play against guys like him. The way he played today he could go on for a long time, but you never know when it is going to be the last time you could play them."
'Never seen Federer so springy'
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Martina Navratilova
Nine-time Wimbledon singles champion on BBC Radio 5 Live
"Andy just couldn't do it with Roger's serve and he had to work hard on his own serve which is mentally and physically tiring. Andy along with Novak is one the best returners of the game and he couldn't get a break point."
"I have never seen Roger be so springy on court, he was taking the ball early. Andy was losing the turf war and when that happens you can't find any openings. I don't know if Andy made Roger look good today but Roger certainly made himself look good."
Murray's weakness
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
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"Murray is a student of the game and will now go and look at statistics and reflect on it. He's played well and lost to one of the greats of all time.
"His game is where he wants it to be. The only aspect is his second serve. I'm not sure why opponents haven't tackled that. Federer was serving second serves at 101mph. Murray was more aggressive but was serving at 88/89 mph."
Federer "a runaway train"
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
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"When someone is a runaway train, all you do is make simple adjustments. Roger was phenomenal today."
No age concern for Federer
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"When you see him moving like this, age is irrelevant. He looks in good shape and there's no signs of fatigue. Federer will be feeling as good as he's ever felt."
'Roger deserved to win'
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Andy Murray after his semi-final defeat: "I could have done more returning wise. I had a few opportunities on the second serve. But he served extremely well, getting the ball close to the lines and making it difficult for me. That is definitely the best he has served against me.
"He clearly deserved to win the match. He had more opportunities than me. I think that it was a combination of him serving very well and me not returning well on first serve."
"Federer had nothing to lose. We all say that this is his last chance to win but nobody was thinking he could win and Federer just went for everything today and it came off.
"There really was nothing Andy could do. Everything went right for Federer and almost everything went right for Murray. The matches between champions are down to few points and it'll be the same on Sunday."
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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"That's definitely the best he's served against me," says Andy Murray in his press conference. "He clearly deserved to win the match."
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
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"Two things, a sure tell. Roger's service percentage was over 70%. I don't know if I have ever seen his serve on a rhythm. And his ability to flatten off the backhand and take it up the line, when he does that extremely confident."
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Andy Murray's service speeds were as high as they've been all tournament. It's just testament to how Roger Federer is seeing the ball right now. It must look like a basketball to him."
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"Roger's serve was extremely relentless. He was getting no looks and that puts pressure on his serve. As good as I have ever seen Roger play. Murray will be bitterly disappointed but he didn't do much wrong."
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
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"It has always been an area, the vulnerability of Murray's second serve. But it was evident Federer would look to dictate second serve and he did that."
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Murray's match statistics are also impressive: 74% of first serves in, 71% first serve points won, 73% of net points won.
But he won just 50% of points on his second serve, and made fewer winner than Federer (35 to 56). Against anyone else other than the greatest...
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Hats off to BBC Radio 1 sports reporter Simon Mundie who confidently predicted as early as yesterday that Roger Federer would beat Andy Murray in straight sets. Must know a thing or two about tennis.
'I know I can beat Djokovic'
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Federer on the 15-minute game in the second set: "I was screaming inside. Andy elevated his game but I was at my best. It was so close. I was still able to make a difference. I kept cool and continued to hold my service game."
Federer on Djokovic final: "Can I beat him? We'll find out. I'm not sure. Novak is one of the best players and he's made it hard to win big tournaments. I know how to beat him but this is a different occasion. I want this one on Sunday."
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Sam Jamaa: Federer was unreal today. Murray needs to look at that second serve though. Federer capitalised on it time after time.
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Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Who could have imagined that Federer would improve with age? The seven-time champion has produced one of his finest displays to beat the British number one.
Twenty aces, 86% of points won on his first serve, 56 winners and just the 11 unforced errors.
Murs gutted for Murray
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Roger Federer told BBC Sport: "It's been tough. Andy's been playing well this season. There's so much expectation riding on it, you just have to focus for one more game, and then one more game. You think the break will come.
"I expected four or five sets. I played so well on the biggest occasion today.
"My serve was good again, against one of the best returners. I kept the pressure up and was able to mix it up. it worked out well."
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Martina Navratilova
Nine-time Wimbledon singles champion
"I don't know if I have seen a better match from Roger. He served amazingly well, was so relaxed and mixed it up so well with the serve and from the baseline."
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The crowd put their legs to use for the first time in nearly two hours as they rise to applaud the main acts off the stage. Federer waves as he departs. Murray? Well, there's nothing he can do to heal the pain.
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Jamie Ainge: There is no man walking this Earth with the class and grace to match Roger Federer. The man is majestic.
Game, set and match
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Murray swings loose at a forehand but it's wide, wide, wide. A Federer masterclass and the Swiss still on course to win a record-breaking eighth Wimbledon title.
Match point Federer
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Sometimes you just have to doff your cap to a master. Fabulous return from the 17-time Grand Slam champion brings up a match point.
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Murray launches a boomer which Federer can't return. Three more of those would do nicely - or, alternatively, a clubbed backhand into the corner. Murray has dragged himself back in contention. 30-30.
Murray serving to stay in the championship
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Federer, like the predator he is, usually pounces at this stage of a set. Murray netting a backhand. The second seed three points away from the final. 0-15. Oh my giddy aunt. Wonderful backhand winner on the run from Federer, Murray with no hope. 0-30. Federer two points away from the final.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"If I've seen it right, I think Andy Murray just mouthed to his box 'what do you want me to do?'"
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"I saw something at the end of the last game which I didn't expect to see. It is Murray who is tired."
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Bravo, sing the crowd, bravo and if ever a shot deserved an ovation that was it. A peachy lob from Murray and the back peddling Federer is made to feel his years. Not much else to chirp about, though, if you're rooting for Murray. More variety in the Federer play than a vaudevillian theatre.
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Justin Hames: Murray is just a puppet on a string against Federer.
Luce: Ladies and Gentlemen what you are watching here is a masterclass. A Roger Federer masterclass!
Danny Atkins: You have to applaud an invincible Federer. @bbctennis #bbctennis Best player ever!
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Has Sherlock cracked the code, found Federer's Achilles heel? He needs to shout a little louder in this din if Murray is to hear his cries.
Hearts racing faster on each Murray serve, though perhaps we should have more confidence because he lasers an ace to the wings for 40-15. Oh, Roger. Dreamy volley. Next a baseline slug-fest, momentum-changing forehand from Murray and the Scot hanging on!
"Murray is not getting any chances against Federer, not even half chances."
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We know, Judy. We know. Mum watching through the lattice of her fingers, as is a lady in the cheap seats. The tension enough to break glass. Federer untroubled on his serve, arrow after arrow, each one softly killing Murray's comeback hopes.
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A gentleman attempts to capture the action through his smart phone, but he's not quick enough to capture a dazzling Murray forehand which eases the Scot to 40-15. A faulty Federer return. Whistles and whoops from those in the Briton's camp.
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Federer gliding to the tape, a flick of the wrist and a stonking volley flies by Murray. All the Scot can do is look on in admiration, just like the rest of us.
Murray gazing into the middle-distance during the changeover, mulling his options, trying to come up with a crowning move. But when one of the game's great returners isn't getting a sniff on the Federer serve, you know the Swiss is performing on a higher plane.
What chance Murray?
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Centre Court giddy on sunshine and supernaturally good tennis. Both players have reached otherworldly standards, which might be why Prince Andrew is watching this set through his shades. Not even Royal eyes have seen anything like this. The Murray serve solid. Federer nicking one point but no more than that.
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"The momentum is relentless. You are waiting for the ebbs and flows but it is just immaculate the way Roger is playing."
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Not as solid? Er, the second seed lasers an ace before another super-duper first serve puts him in the driving seat to arrow a trademark forehand down the line beyond his opponent.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"There is one thing you can't control on a tennis court and that is the other person's serve. Unbelievable rhythm from Federer."
Deuce on Federer's serve
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What would fashion designer Stella McCartney give for an opportunity to design a Federer Wimbledon outfit? Hopefully her father isn't lurking in the bowels of Centre, readying himself for a rendition of Hey Jude.
Boom! Murray on the prowl, getting his teeth into a tame Federer volley - forehand winner on the run, but Federer responds with an ace - his 17th of the match. But the Swiss' serve not as solid as it has been. To deuce we go.
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Benjamin Greenhalgh: Phenomenal performance from Federer so far!Hands down the best player in the tournament so far... Can Murray come back?
Murray fit for five?
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
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"Murray has the legs to come back. He's only had one bad game. But the thing about Roger is when he's comfortable, he's dialled in."
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Beauties from Murray - calmly to the net, hitting a forehand winner, followed by two ripsnorkelling serves. If it must be five sets then five sets it will be, he says.
"Wonder if Murray can play any better than this. Full credit to Federer, absolute sublime tennis from him. He is applying pressure constantly on Andy. Federer at his best!"
Robson appreciation
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David Beggs: Sometimes you have to put your hands up and say the other person is just too good.
Dylan Strain: Federer has played flawless tennis. 2 sets up. Murray to win next 3? Nah. Not the way Fed is playing.
John Arkless: I've never seen anyone play so well and be down two sets to love. Federer has been out of this world so far
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Dame Shirley Bassey has removed her jacket - intent - and for most of that second set she was covering her mouth with her hands. If a Dame can't keep calm when all around are losing theirs then what hope have the rest of us? Federer serving at lightning speed, an easy-peasy hold to 15. Will Murray ever get a sniff?
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Game and second set
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First serve into the net. Federer coming in, he'll put that away all day long...
Set point for Federer
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Federer down the line, 0-15. Better serve out wide, 15-15. Fed backhand down the line - called long, he'll challenge, he'll be proved right. Thumping forehand, 30-30. Feeble backhand into the net, set point...
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"There are points in games that can affect the whole outcome of the championship. Was that 10th game one of them?"
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BHF26: The athleticism of Andy Murray is MONSTROUS! He can run & run forever, his legs could be the winner in this match!
Eoghan Smith: What. A. Hold. What a game. What a couple of players
Paul Thompson: Huge, huge, HUGE hold! Be still my beating heart. Murray still in this set!
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From epic to easy - Roger racing to 40-0, sweet sweet forehand winner cuffed effortlessly away. Murray will have to do it all over again.
Murray wins marathon game
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Ace! Five set points saved, and could that be the moment?
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Murray down the line, he won't chase that, advantage once again.
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No, into the net, is that our eighth deuce?
Murray serves for the game
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Who will blink? Roger at the net, drop-shot, Murray dashing dashing dashing - scoops - makes it! Advantage Murray.
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Murray scoops into the net, and we'll have a sixth deuce.
Federer's first set triumph
You can watch the highlights of Roger Federer's immaculate first set by clicking on the highlights tab on this page.
Roger really should have made that volley, but he's inexplicably muffed it - advantage Britain...
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Oi-yoi-yoi - raking one-handed backhand down the line from Roger, deuce once more.
Game point for Murray
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Federer return long. Advantage Murray.
Murray saves fifth set point
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First serve long. Second in - long exchange from the baselines, Murray to the net, volley away! Deuce once again, hold onto your dinners.
Fifth set point for Federer
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Murray backhand into the net, set point number five.
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First serve into the net. Second onto Roger's forehand - chance here, and he's only stuck it in the net! Deuce.
Fourth set point for Federer
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Murray with a simple forehand into the net, a fourth break point...
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Murray lining up a forehand with Roger easing to the net - winner down the line. Roger into this, Murray stretching, the ball up and over and... wide. Deuce again.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Roger doesn't look like a guy who's going to turn 34 next month. He's unbelievable.
Murray saves three set points
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Big first serve, Roger... long! He's saved three set points...
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Federer forehand into the net, 30-40.
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Second serve ace - 15-40...
Three set points Federer
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Murray long with a forehand, and that's sublime from Roger - dashing forehand somehow hooked cross-court for a sensational winner. Murray into the net, three set points...
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Aidan Williams: Huge few minutes ahead. Lets have a noisy centre court and come on Murray!
Dave Lewis: Feeling blessed - #FederervsMurray is a treat to watch. Just hope Andy finds his mojo.
Katie: Come on Andy!!! The crowd needs to get behind him.
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Is it a spectator or a fan? Roger ripping a forehand cross-court, Murray unable to handle the heat. Overhead down and away, Murray back under the pump once more.
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"It is a close match but I have the feeling that Federer has the edge. If there is a break of serve, it will be Federer breaking Murray."
"One break point could decide the set. Federer is feeling comfortable, using the slice to get a short ball from Murray to strike. Resistance is keeping Murray alive."
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
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"This set has been such a good example of how underrated Andy Murray is as a competitor. This guy just fights."
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Murray onto a forehand sitting up, but he goes long for 15-30. Federer, stretching, into the net. Big first serve, Federer sending that 124mph tracer bullet long. Fine escape.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Federer has been by far the best player, but Murray knows if he's better in the next 15 minutes then it's one set all."
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James Moring: There's a legitimate danger of me dislocating my wrist on some of these fist pumps. Come on Andy!!
Maria Morgan: The crowd really need to get behind Andy like they did in the finals at the Olympics.
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"It is risky but what Murray could do is get into long rallies in his own service game to wear Roger down and maybe then his serve will go down. That's a tactic Andy could use."
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Bloke in the crowd with a towel over his head. That may actually make you hotter, sir. Roger cantering at 40-0, but then a forehand winner into the corner and backhand return the other way. 40-30... nope, hammer of Thor first serve, Roger to his chair for a beverage.
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Can Murray end his run?
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Without question these two have the best slice-backhands in the game. They're so effective."
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Aytug Ozeli: Always enjoy watching a master go about his work. Come on #Federer!
Al G Bra: Who can say Federer is over the hill? Great stuff!
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Hold to love for Murray, and just the first hints - the tiniest suggestion - that the balance of power may be shifting slightly. Can he now get into the Federer serve?
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Mike Henson
BBC Sport at Wimbledon
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"Packed all the way to the water feature on Henman Hill, with those watching on divided 70:30 in Murray's favour.
"And, even if they are deflated by the loss of the first set, most of those Murray fans are going to be here until the end. To try and leave the hill involves negotiating a minefield of limbs and expensively-purchased drinks all balanced of a slippery slope of shiny grass."
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Fancy squeezing your way onto there? I wouldn't worry about it, the stewards have shut it down like a very polite house party. Sloppy from Murray, looping a backhand long, and Fed cruises on.
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Barnie Morton: Federer arguably in the form of his life here and Murray keeps coming back at him! Tennis of the highest quality.
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Murray knows that he has to win the rallies on his serve because he is not going to getting into any rallies on Roger's serve. He is feeling that pressure."
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Actors Sarah Hadland and Sally Phillips, who star in Miranda with, er, Miranda, enjoying this fabulous sporting feast. Not so tasty there from Murray, off balance and into the net for 30-30. second serve, clattered back, break point. Oh, lucky boy, Federer misses an easy winner down the line. Backhand long, he's wriggled off the hook. Hard yards, these, hard yards.
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Greg Lee: Not gonna lie, a Murray/Djokovic final would be a lot more exciting than a Federer/Djokovic final! Come on Andy!!
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"The subtleties of what Roger is doing to control the game right now are incredible.
"When he's in form like this, it's an uphill battle."
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Murray's first opening, 30-30 on a second serve - oof, cutter into the body, and Murray can't control that. Federer's level has got to drop at some stage, hasn't it? Hasn't it?
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Aimee Lewis
BBC Sport at Wimbledon
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Cameramen and photographers keeping an eye on those keeping an eye on Murray and Federer. The hill full to capacity on this wonderful skin-cooking day.
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Emily Jerman Fashion: I dreamt about tennis last night. Feel a touch of the butterflies.
Esther Barnes: Home from the school run, now eating ice lollies watching #Wimbledon. Come on Andy!
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Federer with his teeth in Murray's hide, and at 15-30 he's tugging and tearing. Big first serve, then another, forehand out left and then deep right. Anxiety seeping round the old arena.
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Federer at 87% on his first serve, impregnable. 41 minutes gone, and the Swiss timing is a thing of wonder once again.
'Virtually impossible for Federer to win the title'
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"The problem for Federer is that even if he wins today, unless it is straight sets which looks highly unlikely, he will face someone with a similar kind of game.
"Last year he came into the finals comfortably and yet was tired in the fifth set. It is virtually impossible for Federer to win the title.
"For Murray it doesn't matter, he can recover after a five-set match."
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"From Murray's point of view, he's done nothing wrong. Federer has played as well as he has for a long time. He's just coming up with the right shots."
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Game and first set Federer
Murray 5-7 Federer *
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One set point left, Murray with a forehand mid-court, Federer with a needle to thread... he's made it...
Federer two set points
Murray 5-6 Federer *
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Mmm, backhand off one hand from Federer down the line, and now Murray into the net for 15-30. Feeble second serve, mangled back by Federer, two set points. Big guts, passes Roger down the line. One left...
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* Murray 5-6 Federer
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Murray with an outrageous forehand cross-court, called wide by the line-judge but over-ruled by our umpire. A glimmer at 40-30, snuffed out by a thumping first serve out wide. That serve in a tie-break is a considerable concern...
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Billy Smith: Compliment to tennis: two of the best players almost always results in an amazing match, these boys have some talent.
Stuart Fraser: I know he is British, but I won't be supporting Murray over Federer. The Swiss is the reason I got so into tennis.
Alohomora Sparks: After 4 years as a Swiss expat in the UK, it's officially happening... I truly, honestly don't know who to root for anymore!
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Murray 5-5 Federer *
Anything you can do, mutters Murray, holding to love. Amelie Mauresmo wearing her "Make your own luck" t-shirt.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"The two-and-a-half-year no-win-against-Federer stat is deceiving. Murray had to spend time getting better after back surgery. This is a different Andy Murray we're seeing this year."
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Murray* 4-5 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
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"Andy has not done anything wrong so far."
"The reason why Roger has lasted so long is that his matches are quicker and he spends less time on the court."
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* Murray 4-5 Federer
Roger accelerating now, in to the net, first serve out wide, not a fingerhold for Murray to take. He'll be serving now to stay in the set.
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Andy Craig: On the beach in Brazil reading the updates! Hoping Murray can win faster than I can down these caipirinhas!
kayur desai: It is going to be tough for either one.. Just one set and feeling the nerves.
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Murray 4-4 Federer *
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Crusher of a flat backhand from Murray, and then a ripper down the line from deep that Federer can only balloon towards the Royal Box. 24 minutes gone, tighter than a snake's sleeping-bag.
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Murray 3-4 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Grass is Federer's biggest chance to win another Grand Slam and he has obviously come very close in the past. The serve gets so much help on grass and he doesn't have to do too much."
"I have noticed this with Murray's second serve, sometime it is fast, sometimes it is slow and in a crazy way it doesn't give any rhythm to his opponent."
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ruledbysequins: I would insert my mandatory, C'mon Andy, tweet here; but I am torn. I love Federer *and* Murray. It's torture!
Luke Miller: Lots of Love for Andy out there. But is it wrong to be a Brit and support Federer?
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* Murray 3-4 Federer
Federer purring like a pristine old Bentley, coming in behind his serve - Good Lord, he's at 91% on that first serve, he's only failed to land two of them all set...
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Thatgregkid: Tour de France over, Great win for Cavendish. Time to watch Murray cruise through the semi-final.
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Murray 3-3 Federer *
Only one first serve missed by the two men thus far. But that's wonderful touch from Federer, flicking up a half-volley at the net, and he'll have 30-30 on a Murray second serve - wasted it, backhand slapped into the net. Ace out wide, escape secured.
"It has been a fast start, Federer serve is on fire. It is interesting to see the initial jabs but no-one has landed the one hook as yet.
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Murray v Federer
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* Murray 2-3 Federer
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Federer holds to love, smearing icing on that cake with an ace down the middle. He's only been broken once in the entire championships. Having not been broken for 116 games before that. Ouch.
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Murray 2-2 Federer*
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"It's a hot day but Murray is continuing to hit a hard serve. Roger's not got a beat on it yet."
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Murray 2-2 Federer*
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"This is straight away a very high-level of tennis from both of them. Both serving exceptionally well so far."
"Whenever it is an equal rally then Murray is the better player. Federer has to serve well to stay in it."
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Murray 2-2 Federer *
Raking forehand cross-court from Federer, and both men going for their shots here - Murray hitting his groundstrokes very sweetly, you have to say, and these hors d'ouevres are as tasty as we hoped...
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BBC Sport at Wimbledon
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Chocker on Henman Hill. The scene: a rendition of happy birthday, champagne bottles popping, skin cooking and Murray playing...
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We all are Coco, we all are...
* Coco reached the quarter-finals of the women's singles, losing to Maria Sharapova.
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If you're wondering how Bassey got her tickets, she came through qualifying at Roehampton. Chance here for Murray, guiding a dreamy backhand down the line, but Roger reaches for another big serve out wide to keep his elegant nose in front.
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Murray 1-1 Federer *
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They've all come out this afternoon - Sir Alex Ferguson, Thierry Henry, Shirley Bassey. Here's Kim, all smiles as Murray holds to 15.
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"It is pretty clear what the tactic is from Roger. He will come in and we are going to see a lot of serve and volley from him."
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* Murray 0-1 Federer
Roger to open out from opposite the Royal Box, and a delightful game to get us going - whipcrack volley from Fed, Murray with a fetch-that forehand lob, and then a backhand flayed down the line - early break point. No, return into the net, and Roger wraps it up with a beefy serve out wide.
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A fair amount of pinching yourself going on around Centre. Even those trying hard to look as if this sort of occasion greets them every Friday are finding it difficult to keep the grins off their faces.
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Ryan Hemmings: What a match this will be between 2 great champions especially Federer! This is a test of all kinds for Murray!
Tim Else: Absolutely buzzing for Federer vs Murray this afternoon! One mistake could make ALL the difference.
Alex Lukic: Sacrificing an afternoon in the sun to cheer on @andy_murray in his semi-final. C'MON ANDY!
Federer v Murray in numbers
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Here we go. Players out on court, Murray with white cap, Roger his white bandana like a reformed member of Dogs D'Amour.
Murray's motivational movies
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Andy Murray says he watches films like Toy Story 2 while relaxing before bed. Ahh, bless.
With that in mind, BBC Newsbeat have designed some movie posters to inspire the British number one against Roger Federer.
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Aimee Lewis, Mike Henson and Tom Fordyce
All times stated are UK
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A Djokovic versus Federer men's final on Sunday, Serena Williams will meet Garbine Muguruza in Saturday's women's final. But before that there's Wimbledon 2Day on BBC2 and online from 20:00 BST.
The director is cutting to fade so it's a wrap from us. Thanks, as always, for joining us. Until tomorrow.
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What have we learned today? Roger Federer is brilliant and has progressed to his 10th Wimbledon final. Novak Djokovic is a tennis machine and is on course for a third Wimbledon title. There's a plethora of videos to watch if tennis fatigue has not hit.
Predictions on Federer v Djokovic final
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Djokovic was going to be ready, regardless. He'll think 'Roger has been the best player, I haven't, we start from zero.'
"If Roger serves over 70% first serves again that takes out Novak's strength - the return. He's going to have to keep up the form he's in. He's in a rhythm.
"It's great for tennis. It has the makings of another great final. I don't think Novak is overall favourite based on what we've seen but he's the reigning champion. Roger can't just be an instant favourite after today."
Semi-final highlights
Watching Federer at his majestic best is no chore so why not peek at the highlights of his semi-final victory against Murray. Watch it again and again to your heart's content. Highlights of Djokovic's win over Gasquet is also available.
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The spectators on Centre Court have vanished, as have the umpire, the line judges and the net. The dusty baseline has been vacuumed and the sprinklers are sating the thirsty grass.
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"The feeling was that match was close but Andy didn't really have any chance. The serve was the big difference.
"The stats for Andy aren't that bad, they are not great but they aren't bad either. Andy got a bit discouraged in the third set but until then he didn't do anything wrong. What he could have done was pick a side on Roger's serve and just go for it and get a few more serves back. This is just nit-picking."
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I fought as hard as I could - Murray
More from Andy Murray: "I was trying to fight as hard as I could. I served pretty well under pressure but it felt that every point was ending with a winner. I'm not sure what it looked like to watch, but it felt that I had to play incredibly well just to stay in the match.
"I felt that the crowd were with me. Every time I pumped a fist towards them, they responded with more noise.
"He has earned all the support he gets around the world. When you don't have many opportunities, it is difficult to gather the momentum, but I felt that the crowd were with me."
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"Andy Murray realises his first serve is as good as it has been for a long time. Federer played an incredible match. Sometimes you have to tip your cap in tennis. Roger is one of the best players that has ever lived and that's the best I have ever seen him play."
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Losses are easier when you execute your game plan. A loss like this will be easier to accept than the 2012 final. He just got outplayed, it is pretty simple.
"So clear-cut a performance of Roger. Normally we are victims of the moment as athletes. It was such a forthright and clear situation though, Murray nailed it afterwards. He walked right in and described it."
Wimbledon my best chance - Murray
More from Murray: "I feel like Wimbledon is my best chance to win a slam. I feel that this is my best surface and I have consistently played well here through my career. It is always tough when you go out of the major event and this is no different."
'Roger has a great chance to win'
More from Andy Murray: "If Roger serves like he did today then he will give himself a great chance to win the final.
"It is not frustrating to be in the same era as Roger. It is great that I get the chance to play against guys like him. The way he played today he could go on for a long time, but you never know when it is going to be the last time you could play them."
'Never seen Federer so springy'
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Martina Navratilova
Nine-time Wimbledon singles champion on BBC Radio 5 Live
"Andy just couldn't do it with Roger's serve and he had to work hard on his own serve which is mentally and physically tiring. Andy along with Novak is one the best returners of the game and he couldn't get a break point."
"I have never seen Roger be so springy on court, he was taking the ball early. Andy was losing the turf war and when that happens you can't find any openings. I don't know if Andy made Roger look good today but Roger certainly made himself look good."
Murray's weakness
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"Murray is a student of the game and will now go and look at statistics and reflect on it. He's played well and lost to one of the greats of all time.
"His game is where he wants it to be. The only aspect is his second serve. I'm not sure why opponents haven't tackled that. Federer was serving second serves at 101mph. Murray was more aggressive but was serving at 88/89 mph."
Federer "a runaway train"
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"When someone is a runaway train, all you do is make simple adjustments. Roger was phenomenal today."
No age concern for Federer
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"When you see him moving like this, age is irrelevant. He looks in good shape and there's no signs of fatigue. Federer will be feeling as good as he's ever felt."
'Roger deserved to win'
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Andy Murray after his semi-final defeat: "I could have done more returning wise. I had a few opportunities on the second serve. But he served extremely well, getting the ball close to the lines and making it difficult for me. That is definitely the best he has served against me.
"He clearly deserved to win the match. He had more opportunities than me. I think that it was a combination of him serving very well and me not returning well on first serve."
'Nothing Andy could do'
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Pat Cash
1987 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Federer had nothing to lose. We all say that this is his last chance to win but nobody was thinking he could win and Federer just went for everything today and it came off.
"There really was nothing Andy could do. Everything went right for Federer and almost everything went right for Murray. The matches between champions are down to few points and it'll be the same on Sunday."
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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"That's definitely the best he's served against me," says Andy Murray in his press conference. "He clearly deserved to win the match."
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Two things, a sure tell. Roger's service percentage was over 70%. I don't know if I have ever seen his serve on a rhythm. And his ability to flatten off the backhand and take it up the line, when he does that extremely confident."
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Andy Murray's service speeds were as high as they've been all tournament. It's just testament to how Roger Federer is seeing the ball right now. It must look like a basketball to him."
The small print
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"Roger's serve was extremely relentless. He was getting no looks and that puts pressure on his serve. As good as I have ever seen Roger play. Murray will be bitterly disappointed but he didn't do much wrong."
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Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"It has always been an area, the vulnerability of Murray's second serve. But it was evident Federer would look to dictate second serve and he did that."
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Murray's match statistics are also impressive: 74% of first serves in, 71% first serve points won, 73% of net points won.
But he won just 50% of points on his second serve, and made fewer winner than Federer (35 to 56). Against anyone else other than the greatest...
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Hats off to BBC Radio 1 sports reporter Simon Mundie who confidently predicted as early as yesterday that Roger Federer would beat Andy Murray in straight sets. Must know a thing or two about tennis.
'I know I can beat Djokovic'
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More from Roger Federer on BBC Sport:
Federer on the 15-minute game in the second set: "I was screaming inside. Andy elevated his game but I was at my best. It was so close. I was still able to make a difference. I kept cool and continued to hold my service game."
Federer on Djokovic final: "Can I beat him? We'll find out. I'm not sure. Novak is one of the best players and he's made it hard to win big tournaments. I know how to beat him but this is a different occasion. I want this one on Sunday."
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Sam Jamaa: Federer was unreal today. Murray needs to look at that second serve though. Federer capitalised on it time after time.
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Federer reaches Wimbledon final
Who could have imagined that Federer would improve with age? The seven-time champion has produced one of his finest displays to beat the British number one.
Twenty aces, 86% of points won on his first serve, 56 winners and just the 11 unforced errors.
Murs gutted for Murray
Federer reaches Wimbledon final
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Roger Federer told BBC Sport: "It's been tough. Andy's been playing well this season. There's so much expectation riding on it, you just have to focus for one more game, and then one more game. You think the break will come.
"I expected four or five sets. I played so well on the biggest occasion today.
"My serve was good again, against one of the best returners. I kept the pressure up and was able to mix it up. it worked out well."
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Martina Navratilova
Nine-time Wimbledon singles champion
"I don't know if I have seen a better match from Roger. He served amazingly well, was so relaxed and mixed it up so well with the serve and from the baseline."
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The crowd put their legs to use for the first time in nearly two hours as they rise to applaud the main acts off the stage. Federer waves as he departs. Murray? Well, there's nothing he can do to heal the pain.
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Jamie Ainge: There is no man walking this Earth with the class and grace to match Roger Federer. The man is majestic.
Game, set and match
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Murray swings loose at a forehand but it's wide, wide, wide. A Federer masterclass and the Swiss still on course to win a record-breaking eighth Wimbledon title.
Match point Federer
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Sometimes you just have to doff your cap to a master. Fabulous return from the 17-time Grand Slam champion brings up a match point.
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Murray 5-7 5-7 4-5 Federer*
Murray launches a boomer which Federer can't return. Three more of those would do nicely - or, alternatively, a clubbed backhand into the corner. Murray has dragged himself back in contention. 30-30.
Murray serving to stay in the championship
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Federer, like the predator he is, usually pounces at this stage of a set. Murray netting a backhand. The second seed three points away from the final. 0-15. Oh my giddy aunt. Wonderful backhand winner on the run from Federer, Murray with no hope. 0-30. Federer two points away from the final.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"If I've seen it right, I think Andy Murray just mouthed to his box 'what do you want me to do?'"
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Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"I saw something at the end of the last game which I didn't expect to see. It is Murray who is tired."
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*Murray 5-7 5-7 4-5 Federer
Bravo, sing the crowd, bravo and if ever a shot deserved an ovation that was it. A peachy lob from Murray and the back peddling Federer is made to feel his years. Not much else to chirp about, though, if you're rooting for Murray. More variety in the Federer play than a vaudevillian theatre.
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Justin Hames: Murray is just a puppet on a string against Federer.
Luce: Ladies and Gentlemen what you are watching here is a masterclass. A Roger Federer masterclass!
Danny Atkins: You have to applaud an invincible Federer. @bbctennis #bbctennis Best player ever!
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Murray 5-7 5-7 4-4 Federer*
Has Sherlock cracked the code, found Federer's Achilles heel? He needs to shout a little louder in this din if Murray is to hear his cries.
Hearts racing faster on each Murray serve, though perhaps we should have more confidence because he lasers an ace to the wings for 40-15. Oh, Roger. Dreamy volley. Next a baseline slug-fest, momentum-changing forehand from Murray and the Scot hanging on!
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Pat Cash
1987 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Murray is not getting any chances against Federer, not even half chances."
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*Murray 5-7 5-7 3-4 Federer
We know, Judy. We know. Mum watching through the lattice of her fingers, as is a lady in the cheap seats. The tension enough to break glass. Federer untroubled on his serve, arrow after arrow, each one softly killing Murray's comeback hopes.
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Murray 5-7 5-7 3-3 Federer*
A gentleman attempts to capture the action through his smart phone, but he's not quick enough to capture a dazzling Murray forehand which eases the Scot to 40-15. A faulty Federer return. Whistles and whoops from those in the Briton's camp.
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*Murray 5-7 5-7 2-3 Federer
Federer gliding to the tape, a flick of the wrist and a stonking volley flies by Murray. All the Scot can do is look on in admiration, just like the rest of us.
Murray gazing into the middle-distance during the changeover, mulling his options, trying to come up with a crowning move. But when one of the game's great returners isn't getting a sniff on the Federer serve, you know the Swiss is performing on a higher plane.
What chance Murray?
Murray 5-7 5-7 2-2 Federer*
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Murray 5-7 5-7 2-2 Federer*
Centre Court giddy on sunshine and supernaturally good tennis. Both players have reached otherworldly standards, which might be why Prince Andrew is watching this set through his shades. Not even Royal eyes have seen anything like this. The Murray serve solid. Federer nicking one point but no more than that.
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Murray 5-7 5-7 1-2 Federer*
Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"The momentum is relentless. You are waiting for the ebbs and flows but it is just immaculate the way Roger is playing."
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Not as solid? Er, the second seed lasers an ace before another super-duper first serve puts him in the driving seat to arrow a trademark forehand down the line beyond his opponent.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"There is one thing you can't control on a tennis court and that is the other person's serve. Unbelievable rhythm from Federer."
Deuce on Federer's serve
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What would fashion designer Stella McCartney give for an opportunity to design a Federer Wimbledon outfit? Hopefully her father isn't lurking in the bowels of Centre, readying himself for a rendition of Hey Jude.
Boom! Murray on the prowl, getting his teeth into a tame Federer volley - forehand winner on the run, but Federer responds with an ace - his 17th of the match. But the Swiss' serve not as solid as it has been. To deuce we go.
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Benjamin Greenhalgh: Phenomenal performance from Federer so far!Hands down the best player in the tournament so far... Can Murray come back?
Murray fit for five?
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Murray 5-7 5-7 1-1 Federer*
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Murray has the legs to come back. He's only had one bad game. But the thing about Roger is when he's comfortable, he's dialled in."
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Murray 5-7 5-7 1-1 Federer*
Beauties from Murray - calmly to the net, hitting a forehand winner, followed by two ripsnorkelling serves. If it must be five sets then five sets it will be, he says.
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Pat Cash
1987 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Wonder if Murray can play any better than this. Full credit to Federer, absolute sublime tennis from him. He is applying pressure constantly on Andy. Federer at his best!"
Robson appreciation
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David Beggs: Sometimes you have to put your hands up and say the other person is just too good.
Dylan Strain: Federer has played flawless tennis. 2 sets up. Murray to win next 3? Nah. Not the way Fed is playing.
John Arkless: I've never seen anyone play so well and be down two sets to love. Federer has been out of this world so far
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*Murray 5-7 5-7 0-1 Federer
Dame Shirley Bassey has removed her jacket - intent - and for most of that second set she was covering her mouth with her hands. If a Dame can't keep calm when all around are losing theirs then what hope have the rest of us? Federer serving at lightning speed, an easy-peasy hold to 15. Will Murray ever get a sniff?
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Game and second set
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First serve into the net. Federer coming in, he'll put that away all day long...
Set point for Federer
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Federer down the line, 0-15. Better serve out wide, 15-15. Fed backhand down the line - called long, he'll challenge, he'll be proved right. Thumping forehand, 30-30. Feeble backhand into the net, set point...
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"There are points in games that can affect the whole outcome of the championship. Was that 10th game one of them?"
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BHF26: The athleticism of Andy Murray is MONSTROUS! He can run & run forever, his legs could be the winner in this match!
Eoghan Smith: What. A. Hold. What a game. What a couple of players
Paul Thompson: Huge, huge, HUGE hold! Be still my beating heart. Murray still in this set!
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* Murray 5-7 5-6 Federer
From epic to easy - Roger racing to 40-0, sweet sweet forehand winner cuffed effortlessly away. Murray will have to do it all over again.
Murray wins marathon game
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Ace! Five set points saved, and could that be the moment?
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Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
Murray down the line, he won't chase that, advantage once again.
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Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
No, into the net, is that our eighth deuce?
Murray serves for the game
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Who will blink? Roger at the net, drop-shot, Murray dashing dashing dashing - scoops - makes it! Advantage Murray.
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Murray scoops into the net, and we'll have a sixth deuce.
Federer's first set triumph
You can watch the highlights of Roger Federer's immaculate first set by clicking on the highlights tab on this page.
There are also plenty of other videos for you to watch here.
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Roger really should have made that volley, but he's inexplicably muffed it - advantage Britain...
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Oi-yoi-yoi - raking one-handed backhand down the line from Roger, deuce once more.
Game point for Murray
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Federer return long. Advantage Murray.
Murray saves fifth set point
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First serve long. Second in - long exchange from the baselines, Murray to the net, volley away! Deuce once again, hold onto your dinners.
Fifth set point for Federer
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Murray backhand into the net, set point number five.
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First serve into the net. Second onto Roger's forehand - chance here, and he's only stuck it in the net! Deuce.
Fourth set point for Federer
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Murray with a simple forehand into the net, a fourth break point...
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Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
Murray lining up a forehand with Roger easing to the net - winner down the line. Roger into this, Murray stretching, the ball up and over and... wide. Deuce again.
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Roger doesn't look like a guy who's going to turn 34 next month. He's unbelievable.
Murray saves three set points
Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
Big first serve, Roger... long! He's saved three set points...
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Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
Federer forehand into the net, 30-40.
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Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
Second serve ace - 15-40...
Three set points Federer
Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer *
Murray long with a forehand, and that's sublime from Roger - dashing forehand somehow hooked cross-court for a sensational winner. Murray into the net, three set points...
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Aidan Williams: Huge few minutes ahead. Lets have a noisy centre court and come on Murray!
Dave Lewis: Feeling blessed - #FederervsMurray is a treat to watch. Just hope Andy finds his mojo.
Katie: Come on Andy!!! The crowd needs to get behind him.
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* Murray 5-7 4-5 Federer
Is it a spectator or a fan? Roger ripping a forehand cross-court, Murray unable to handle the heat. Overhead down and away, Murray back under the pump once more.
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Murray 5-7 4-4 Federer*
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"It is a close match but I have the feeling that Federer has the edge. If there is a break of serve, it will be Federer breaking Murray."
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Murray 5-7 4-4 Federer*
Miles Maclagan
Former coach to Andy Murray and Laura Robson on BBC Radio 5 live
"One break point could decide the set. Federer is feeling comfortable, using the slice to get a short ball from Murray to strike. Resistance is keeping Murray alive."
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Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"This set has been such a good example of how underrated Andy Murray is as a competitor. This guy just fights."
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Murray 5-7 4-4 Federer *
Murray onto a forehand sitting up, but he goes long for 15-30. Federer, stretching, into the net. Big first serve, Federer sending that 124mph tracer bullet long. Fine escape.
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Murray* 5-7 3-4 Federer
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Federer has been by far the best player, but Murray knows if he's better in the next 15 minutes then it's one set all."
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James Moring: There's a legitimate danger of me dislocating my wrist on some of these fist pumps. Come on Andy!!
Maria Morgan: The crowd really need to get behind Andy like they did in the finals at the Olympics.
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Murray* 5-7 3-4 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"It is risky but what Murray could do is get into long rallies in his own service game to wear Roger down and maybe then his serve will go down. That's a tactic Andy could use."
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* Murray 5-7 3-4 Federer
Bloke in the crowd with a towel over his head. That may actually make you hotter, sir. Roger cantering at 40-0, but then a forehand winner into the corner and backhand return the other way. 40-30... nope, hammer of Thor first serve, Roger to his chair for a beverage.
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Murray 5-7 3-3 Federer*
Can Murray end his run?
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Murray 5-7 3-3 Federer*
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"Without question these two have the best slice-backhands in the game. They're so effective."
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Aytug Ozeli: Always enjoy watching a master go about his work. Come on #Federer!
Al G Bra: Who can say Federer is over the hill? Great stuff!
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Murray 5-7 3-3 Federer*
Hold to love for Murray, and just the first hints - the tiniest suggestion - that the balance of power may be shifting slightly. Can he now get into the Federer serve?
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*Murray 5-7 2-3 Federer
Mike Henson
BBC Sport at Wimbledon
"Packed all the way to the water feature on Henman Hill, with those watching on divided 70:30 in Murray's favour.
"And, even if they are deflated by the loss of the first set, most of those Murray fans are going to be here until the end. To try and leave the hill involves negotiating a minefield of limbs and expensively-purchased drinks all balanced of a slippery slope of shiny grass."
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*Murray 5-7 2-3 Federer
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* Murray 5-7 2-3 Federer
Fancy squeezing your way onto there? I wouldn't worry about it, the stewards have shut it down like a very polite house party. Sloppy from Murray, looping a backhand long, and Fed cruises on.
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Barnie Morton: Federer arguably in the form of his life here and Murray keeps coming back at him! Tennis of the highest quality.
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Murray 5-7 2-2 Federer*
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Murray knows that he has to win the rallies on his serve because he is not going to getting into any rallies on Roger's serve. He is feeling that pressure."
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Murray 5-7 2-2 Federer*
Actors Sarah Hadland and Sally Phillips, who star in Miranda with, er, Miranda, enjoying this fabulous sporting feast. Not so tasty there from Murray, off balance and into the net for 30-30. second serve, clattered back, break point. Oh, lucky boy, Federer misses an easy winner down the line. Backhand long, he's wriggled off the hook. Hard yards, these, hard yards.
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Greg Lee: Not gonna lie, a Murray/Djokovic final would be a lot more exciting than a Federer/Djokovic final! Come on Andy!!
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*Murray 5-7 1-2 Federer
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"The subtleties of what Roger is doing to control the game right now are incredible.
"When he's in form like this, it's an uphill battle."
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* Murray 5-7 1-2 Federer
Murray's first opening, 30-30 on a second serve - oof, cutter into the body, and Murray can't control that. Federer's level has got to drop at some stage, hasn't it? Hasn't it?
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Murray 5-7 1-1 Federer*
Aimee Lewis
BBC Sport at Wimbledon
Cameramen and photographers keeping an eye on those keeping an eye on Murray and Federer. The hill full to capacity on this wonderful skin-cooking day.
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Emily Jerman Fashion: I dreamt about tennis last night. Feel a touch of the butterflies.
Esther Barnes: Home from the school run, now eating ice lollies watching #Wimbledon. Come on Andy!
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Murray 5-7 1-1 Federer *
Federer with his teeth in Murray's hide, and at 15-30 he's tugging and tearing. Big first serve, then another, forehand out left and then deep right. Anxiety seeping round the old arena.
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* Murray 5-7 0-1 Federer
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* Murray 5-7 0-1 Federer
Federer at 87% on his first serve, impregnable. 41 minutes gone, and the Swiss timing is a thing of wonder once again.
'Virtually impossible for Federer to win the title'
Murray 5-7 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"The problem for Federer is that even if he wins today, unless it is straight sets which looks highly unlikely, he will face someone with a similar kind of game.
"Last year he came into the finals comfortably and yet was tired in the fifth set. It is virtually impossible for Federer to win the title.
"For Murray it doesn't matter, he can recover after a five-set match."
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Murray 5-7 Federer *
Tim Henman
Former British number one on BBC TV
"From Murray's point of view, he's done nothing wrong. Federer has played as well as he has for a long time. He's just coming up with the right shots."
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Game and first set Federer
Murray 5-7 Federer *
One set point left, Murray with a forehand mid-court, Federer with a needle to thread... he's made it...
Federer two set points
Murray 5-6 Federer *
Mmm, backhand off one hand from Federer down the line, and now Murray into the net for 15-30. Feeble second serve, mangled back by Federer, two set points. Big guts, passes Roger down the line. One left...
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* Murray 5-6 Federer
Murray with an outrageous forehand cross-court, called wide by the line-judge but over-ruled by our umpire. A glimmer at 40-30, snuffed out by a thumping first serve out wide. That serve in a tie-break is a considerable concern...
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Billy Smith: Compliment to tennis: two of the best players almost always results in an amazing match, these boys have some talent.
Stuart Fraser: I know he is British, but I won't be supporting Murray over Federer. The Swiss is the reason I got so into tennis.
Alohomora Sparks: After 4 years as a Swiss expat in the UK, it's officially happening... I truly, honestly don't know who to root for anymore!
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Murray 5-5 Federer *
Anything you can do, mutters Murray, holding to love. Amelie Mauresmo wearing her "Make your own luck" t-shirt.
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*Murray 4-5 Federer
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"The two-and-a-half-year no-win-against-Federer stat is deceiving. Murray had to spend time getting better after back surgery. This is a different Andy Murray we're seeing this year."
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Murray* 4-5 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Andy has not done anything wrong so far."
"The reason why Roger has lasted so long is that his matches are quicker and he spends less time on the court."
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* Murray 4-5 Federer
Roger accelerating now, in to the net, first serve out wide, not a fingerhold for Murray to take. He'll be serving now to stay in the set.
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Andy Craig: On the beach in Brazil reading the updates! Hoping Murray can win faster than I can down these caipirinhas!
kayur desai: It is going to be tough for either one.. Just one set and feeling the nerves.
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Murray 4-4 Federer *
Crusher of a flat backhand from Murray, and then a ripper down the line from deep that Federer can only balloon towards the Royal Box. 24 minutes gone, tighter than a snake's sleeping-bag.
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Murray 3-4 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"Grass is Federer's biggest chance to win another Grand Slam and he has obviously come very close in the past. The serve gets so much help on grass and he doesn't have to do too much."
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*Murray 3-4 Federer
Pat Cash
1987 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"I have noticed this with Murray's second serve, sometime it is fast, sometimes it is slow and in a crazy way it doesn't give any rhythm to his opponent."
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ruledbysequins: I would insert my mandatory, C'mon Andy, tweet here; but I am torn. I love Federer *and* Murray. It's torture!
Luke Miller: Lots of Love for Andy out there. But is it wrong to be a Brit and support Federer?
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*Murray 3-4 Federer
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* Murray 3-4 Federer
Federer purring like a pristine old Bentley, coming in behind his serve - Good Lord, he's at 91% on that first serve, he's only failed to land two of them all set...
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Thatgregkid: Tour de France over, Great win for Cavendish. Time to watch Murray cruise through the semi-final.
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Murray 3-3 Federer *
Only one first serve missed by the two men thus far. But that's wonderful touch from Federer, flicking up a half-volley at the net, and he'll have 30-30 on a Murray second serve - wasted it, backhand slapped into the net. Ace out wide, escape secured.
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*Murray 2-3 Federer
Miles Maclagan
Former coach to Andy Murray and Laura Robson on BBC Radio 5 live
"It has been a fast start, Federer serve is on fire. It is interesting to see the initial jabs but no-one has landed the one hook as yet.
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Murray v Federer
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* Murray 2-3 Federer
Federer holds to love, smearing icing on that cake with an ace down the middle. He's only been broken once in the entire championships. Having not been broken for 116 games before that. Ouch.
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Murray 2-2 Federer*
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"It's a hot day but Murray is continuing to hit a hard serve. Roger's not got a beat on it yet."
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Murray 2-2 Federer*
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"This is straight away a very high-level of tennis from both of them. Both serving exceptionally well so far."
"Whenever it is an equal rally then Murray is the better player. Federer has to serve well to stay in it."
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Murray 2-2 Federer *
Raking forehand cross-court from Federer, and both men going for their shots here - Murray hitting his groundstrokes very sweetly, you have to say, and these hors d'ouevres are as tasty as we hoped...
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Aimee Lewis
BBC Sport at Wimbledon
Chocker on Henman Hill. The scene: a rendition of happy birthday, champagne bottles popping, skin cooking and Murray playing...
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We all are Coco, we all are...
* Coco reached the quarter-finals of the women's singles, losing to Maria Sharapova.
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* Murray 1-2 Federer
If you're wondering how Bassey got her tickets, she came through qualifying at Roehampton. Chance here for Murray, guiding a dreamy backhand down the line, but Roger reaches for another big serve out wide to keep his elegant nose in front.
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Murray 1-1 Federer *
They've all come out this afternoon - Sir Alex Ferguson, Thierry Henry, Shirley Bassey. Here's Kim, all smiles as Murray holds to 15.
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*Murray 0-1 Federer
Richard Krajicek
1996 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live
"It is pretty clear what the tactic is from Roger. He will come in and we are going to see a lot of serve and volley from him."
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* Murray 0-1 Federer
Roger to open out from opposite the Royal Box, and a delightful game to get us going - whipcrack volley from Fed, Murray with a fetch-that forehand lob, and then a backhand flayed down the line - early break point. No, return into the net, and Roger wraps it up with a beefy serve out wide.
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Even the dogs want Murray to win...
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A fair amount of pinching yourself going on around Centre. Even those trying hard to look as if this sort of occasion greets them every Friday are finding it difficult to keep the grins off their faces.
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Ryan Hemmings: What a match this will be between 2 great champions especially Federer! This is a test of all kinds for Murray!
Tim Else: Absolutely buzzing for Federer vs Murray this afternoon! One mistake could make ALL the difference.
Alex Lukic: Sacrificing an afternoon in the sun to cheer on @andy_murray in his semi-final. C'MON ANDY!
Federer v Murray in numbers
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Here we go. Players out on court, Murray with white cap, Roger his white bandana like a reformed member of Dogs D'Amour.
Murray's motivational movies
Federer v Murray
Andy Murray says he watches films like Toy Story 2 while relaxing before bed. Ahh, bless.
With that in mind, BBC Newsbeat have designed some movie posters to inspire the British number one against Roger Federer.
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Murray's weapon of choice
Federer v Murray
Andy Roddick
Former world number one on BBC TV
"It's tough facing Federer. Luckily for Murray, he has more weapons in his arsenal than I did."
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