Novak Djokovic has won the Wimbledon 2014 men's singles title after beating Roger Federer in an epic five-set final battle. The Serbian defeated seven-time champion Federer 6-7 (7/9) 6-4 7-6 (7/4) 5-7 6-4, withstanding a courageous fightback in one of the most remarkable Wimbledon finals of all time.
After collecting the historic trophy, he jokingly thanked the Swiss player for "letting him win".
He denied Federer a record eighth Wimbledon crown, but conceded he feared the match might slip away after failing to convert a match point in the fourth set.
"Congratulations to Roger, he proved what a great champion he is once again here this year," said Djokovic.
"I respect your career and everything you've done Roger - thank you for letting me win today!
"After dropping a fourth set it wasn't easy to regroup. I tried to compose myself and find the necessary energy to win the fifth. I don't know how I managed to do it.
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