Roger Federer is disappointed by his five-set defeat by Kevin Anderson, but still cool. He plans to return to Wimbledon next year.
Daniel Germann, Wimbledon
Roger Federer said after the quarter-final lost that the performance of his strong opponent did not surprise him. The fact that he led with 2-0 sets makes the defeat all the more bitter. (Photo: Florian Eisele / AP)
Roger Federer, when did you realize that you lost control of the match?
Federer: I do not know, honestly. Maybe when I missed the match ball? Or when he broke me at 5:05? I am not sure. There are always moments in a match that finally decide how it ends. But it is difficult to name one.
What went through them when they entered the fourth set after the missed ball?
At this point, I did not think losing the match could. I've always held 2 sets 1.
Were you surprised by Kevin Anderson's performance? Does it play differently than in your previous meetings?
He has a good service on which to support himself. But I always had the impression that he was returning particularly well second service well. And it is constant from the baseline. That's why his performance did not surprise me. It was all the more important for me to start well in the game. This makes the result so disappointing. But I also had my chances in the fifth set. But in important moments, he played very well. It is not easy in such a long match.
"I felt it from the beginning Something is wrong."
How much did the wind bother you?
It was naturally felt, but I am a gambler normally manages such conditions rather well I did not play very well today I felt it from the beginning Something did not fit in. It had nothing to do with it with the way my competitor was playing, so it is hoped in such moments to be able to burn
Was it mental fatigue?
No, I was feeling very good before the game, now I feel terribly
What role did he play in the fact that you played for the first time at Court No. 1 rather than at the Court Center?
None. I played a game here last year, I would not have remembered the conditions.
He did not do it this time He would have been the ninth title of Roger Fede to Wimbledon where he had won the tournament. (Image: Nic Bothma / EPA) The victory was won by South African Kevin Anderson, number 8. After starting the difficulties, he was in the third set an equal opponent. (Image: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) For the 32-year-old South African, it was the first quarterfinal of Wimbledon. (Photo: Tony O & # 39; Brien / Reuters) The match lasted more than four hours – Federer takes a short break after the first set, which he secured 6-2 in 26 minutes. (Photo: Ben Curtis / AP) For everything to be correct, the height of the network is checked again and adapted. (Photo: Tony O & # 39; Brien / Reuters) Pippa Middleton and his brother James Middleton are delighted with the public (Photo: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) A small accident, but Federer can continue to play. (Photo: Tony O & # 39; Brien / Reuters) In the second movement, Anderson shows his best side and sways again and again. (Image: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) Anderson, who is two meters tall, scores especially with his huge serve and forehand. (Image: Ben Curtis / AP) Federer is a popular photo subject among the audience. (Photo: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) Federer makes some mistakes, so he can only hang on his head. In the second set, he has to play the tie-break for the first time in this Wimbledon tournament, but then wins 7: 6 (7: 5). (Image: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) The full commitment of Federer is also required in the third move. Anderson responded well and added to the Basel bidder after 34 straight wins the first round lost in the tournament. Federer must first in a fourth set. (Photo: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) Kevin Anderson is happy. He wins the third set 7: 5 after Federer has already had a match point. (Photo: Ben Curtis / AP) This is not an easy task for Federer: after the first two sets, he looks like the winner, but Anderson takes 6: 2; 7: 6; 5: 7; 4: 6; 11:13 through. (Image: Ben Curtis / AP) 4. Round, July 9 : Roger Federer, defending champion and record holder, reached the knockout round today without losing a set and without a lot of field time. After just under two hours, he won against the Frenchman Mannarino 6-0; 7: 5; 6 to 4. (Photo: Toby Melville / Reuters) After two opening victories, Mannarino, 30, took five innings against Medvedev on Friday, July 6th to advance to the round of 16. – Image: Mannarino takes a short break to wipe his sweat. (Image: Toby Melville / Reuters) At 6: 0; 7: 5; Mannerino can not be beaten 0-1 by Federer and plays convincingly in his own service. (Image: Toby Melville / Reuters) Roger Federer cares nothing and succeeds superbly. Immediately, he creates the equalizer at 6: 0; 7: 5; 1: 1. (Image: Toby Melville / Reuters) An embarrassing moment for Federer: 6: 0; 7: 5; 3: 4 he can not make the decisive points. In the end, it's enough and he can compensate 4: 4. (Photo: Toby Melville / Reuters) So it's fast: ten minutes later, Federer gets three points of match and can use the first to qualify for the quarter-finals. (Image: Toby Melville / Reuters) 3. Round, July 6: Roger Federer arrives Friday (6/7) in the third round against German Jan-Lennard Struff for a safe victory. (Image: Andrew Couldridge / Reuters) Roger Federer (right) In the handshake after the match against Jan-Lennard Struff (left). The Swiss wins the match against the world number 64 in three sets 6: 3, 7: 5, 6: 2. Monday (9.7.) His opponent in the second round is called Adrian Mannarino. (Image: Ben Curtis / AP) Jan-Lennard Struff can never seriously jeopardize Roger Federer's victory; only in the second set he goes out 5: 7. (Image: Nic Bothma / EPA) Federer again makes tennis at his favorite Wimbledon tournament. He survives the first week at Wimbledon not only without a set loss, but without even a semi-critical phase. (Photo: Ben Curtis / AP) Mirka Federer, wife of Roger Federer, sits in the stands at Wimbledon, hoping her partner will reach the final. (Image: Steven Paston / AP) Roger Federer in the third round match against the German Jan-Lennard Struff. Federer can count on his service during this tournament. He never made more than two points in his 41 games per game. (Photo: Nic Bothma / EPA) The 6: 3, 7: 5, 6-2 against the Germans Jan-Lennard Struff was Roger Federer's third three-goal win in Game 3. Once again, the Basel bidder only needed 92 minutes to win. (Photo: Nic Bothma / EPA) Federer is happy to win the number two match at the Wimbledon (4.7.) Tournament. Friday (6.7.) He plays against the German Jan-Lennard Struff. (Image: Kirsty Wigglesworth / AP) 2. Tour, Wednesday 4 July: Roger Federer (right) thanks Slovakia's Lukas Lacko after winning the match. (Image: Kirsty Wigglesworth / AP) Basel supplier Federer shines in the 6: 4, 6: 4, 6: 1 against Lukas Lacko with his perfect service. (Image: Andrew Couldridge / Reuters) Lucas Lacko can do nothing against Roger Federer; the Swiss do not only beat 16 aces, but score 35 times in a row at their own bonus. (Photo: Andrew Couldridge / Reuters) On Monday, July 2, Roger Federer opens the Grand Slam tournament at Wimbledon with his first game. He will play for the 20th time in the main tournament, tying the record of American Jimmy Connors. (Image: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) Federer meets Serbian Dusan Lajovic in the first round. (Photo: Nic Bothma / EPA) Federer knows that Wimbledon has always been and will always be his favorite tournament. Wimbledon defined his career as no other tournament – but the tennis star also shaped Wimbledon. (Photo: Tim Ireland / AP) Two spectators protect themselves twice from the sun. (Image: Tim Ireland / AP) Federer is well known for his territory at the All England Lawn Tennis Club: in 1998, he won the junior tournament here while he was not yet 17 years old . (Image: Andrew Boyers / Reuters) As a Wimbledon winner, Federer is an honorary member of the All England Lawn Club. No one personifies the values of fairness, elegance, excellence that the tournament represents better than him. (Photo: Nic Bothma / EPA) Federer's wife, Mirka, is also excited about the start of her husband's tournament in 2018 at Wimbledon. (Image: Nic Bothma / EPA) Fans support their hero with original banners. (Image: Tim Ireland / AP) For the first time in more than 20 years, Federer does not play in a Nike outfit, but in dresses of the Japanese brand Uniqlo. In any case, it had no influence on his game. (Image: Tim Ireland / AP) A short break offers the opportunity for an occasional exchange of ideas between the titleholder and the world number 58. (Photo: Nic Bothma / EPA) Although the Basel bidder lost the first match, he took nine in a row and only needed 79 minutes to beat the Lajovic 6 : 1, 6: 3 and 6: 4. (Photo: Tim Ireland / AP) Federer's debut at the 2018 tournament is still a problem, but the Basel-based supplier's match remains a highlight. (Photo: Andrew Boyers / Reuters)
Wimbledon – The ninth win remains a dream for Federer
Everyone has talked about your series of 32 winning sets, which you have not yet given. How much would this distract you?
Not at all These series are beautiful. But I'm still waiting for them to be broken sooner or later. When that happens, you do not even think about it.
How long will this defeat occupy you? And do you want to come back to Wimbledon? It feels like you have not done your homework here.
I can not say it; maybe half an hour, maybe a moment. No idea My goal is to play here again next season. But I do not have the impression that I still have a bill with the tournament. I've had very good results here in the past
What attracts you to Wimbledon?
You simply do not want to be on the losing side. It's not fun to sit here and explain why you lost. It's the worst feeling you can have as a tennis player. But seriously: I like the atmosphere here. My teenage idols have won here. Whenever I return to Wimbledon, I try to be like them. Registered: gen.
