Roger Federer became the first Swiss man to win a grand slam singles title today when he outclassed Australian Mark Philippoussis 7-6 6-2 7-6 in the Wimbledon final.
The 21-year-old fourth seed produced a cool display on Centre Court to confirm his status as a dominant force in men's tennis.
Federer edged the first set on a tiebreak after big-serving Philippoussis double-faulted at a decisive moment.
The stylish Swiss player raced through the second set and took the third after running away with the tiebreak 7-3.
"It's an absolute dream for me. I always used to joke around when I was a boy that I was going to win this and I have it," said Federer, cradling the famous Challenge Cup.
"I kept it going in the final. It's just incredible right now. It's incredible, I don't know how I did it. A lot of people came from Basel and home, it's so nice to share this moment. Thanks to everybody, it's great."
Philippoussis said: "Roger was too good I just congratulate him, it's his day definitely. I only had one break point. He returned a lot better than I did today. He took his chances.
He added: "I'm definitely proud, there are a lot of positive things to take away from these two weeks. I will definitely be back that's for sure."