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© Paul Zimmer

A clear victory and now round three

28.06.2006 | Tennis

 

Roger simply outclassed a shell-shocked Henman, cruising to a 6-4 6-0 6-2 victory in just one hour 24 minutes on Centre Court in Wimbledon today.

 

The British number three won just five points in the second set as he bowed out in the second round for the second year in succession.

It was Roger's 43rd successive win on grass and surely nothing will stop him from claiming a fourth straight title next week, joining Bjorn Borg and Pete Sampras as the only players to do so in the open era.

 

Henman had been looking forward to playing a match at the All England Club without the usual massive burden of expectation, and was rated a 10-1 shot for victory despite a 6-4 winning record against Roger. That included a quarter-final victory here in 2001, but since then Roger has won three straight titles in SW19 and his first-round win over Richard Gasquet surpassed Borg`s record of 41 straight wins on grass.

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Diana-_-
06/28/2006 | 09:25 PM
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Perfection is your middle name Roger! Your performance could not have been better. At this rate the trophy is within reach. Good Luck in the 3rd round.
crazyfortennis
06/28/2006 | 09:21 PM
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hey, I'm not the first one but, at least, at this moment, the last one writting!!

I'm not that criative that's why I'll just say that you are a fantastic player and good luck (=concentration) in the next matches!

Gabi
Henmaniak
06/28/2006 | 09:20 PM
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It broke my heart watching this match.I am a big Tim Henman fan and I expected to be a very close match but Rodger played one of his best matches in his career.I am sure he will win the tournament if he keeps that form.Even if he plays Nadal.
RainbowYH
06/28/2006 | 09:16 PM
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Wow!!! What a match. You were majestic from the moment you walked on to Centre Court. What a beautiful blazer and I love your smile. Poor Tim. I hope he'll get over it soon and return next year and not get drawn against you (at least not so early in
Melanija
06/28/2006 | 09:12 PM
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Brilliant match Roger!!!!
federerbabe
06/28/2006 | 09:12 PM
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Roger Roger Roger.....what can I possibly say about today?

I am completely lost for words, looks like someone has found his groove on the Wimbledon courts!

Even after being handed a tough draw, with potential hazardous opponents, you came through, a
Sinziana
06/28/2006 | 09:07 PM
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Great job!I am very happy you won your 43rd consecutive game on grass! It was a clear victory and you played very well.Get a good nigth sleep and be careful for the future games at Wimbledon. Best of luck!
chichina
06/28/2006 | 09:02 PM
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You took my breath away when entering the court wearing that beautiful cream jacket over your sports attire. Please, do consider becoming a model when you hang up the raquet, ten years from now, after achieving everything you deserve.
rogertheruler
06/28/2006 | 08:51 PM
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CONGRATULATIONS

This is just the beginning

KEEP GOING.

Best wishes.
Tennis_4_life
06/28/2006 | 08:50 PM
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Well done!!

You showed us some supurb tennis today. Thanks for that!!

Up to the next match!

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