The fight is on for the most coveted prize in international tennis. As per usual Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal are tipped to go well. The amazing form of Novak Djokovic has also pushed him firmly into the frame after stringing together 41 straight victories before falling to Federer at the semi-final stage of the French Open. Andy Murray has the advantage of a partisan home crowd behind him and has tasted the pressure of three grand slam finals, most recently in this years Australian Open. There is no question that Murray has the game to win, he can compete with the best from the baseline and is also capable of mixing things up with drop shots, lobs as well as serve and volley tactics when necessary.
Personally I think Federer might have the edge on this occasion. Having swept aside the in-form Djokovic en route to a runners up finish at the French Open, I think he may just have found the groove in time,to regain the Title on the surface he has owned for the best part of 10 years. Nadal will be flying high after his efforts at Roland Garros, but Federer still has a lot to offer on a grass court. The French Open Champion unexpectedly slipped up at Queens club last week to the surprise of many,which will have caught the attention of many of his competitors. The Spanish maestro could well blame fatigue for his under par performance on his first outing on grass this year but his defeat will still offer hope to the field.
The likes of Andy Roddick, Jo-Wilfred Tsonga, Tomas Berdych, Juan Martin del Potro and Robin Soderling may also be worth an outside bet, if the top four fail to perform as well as they have in the past. My Tip-Roger Federer. Despite the speed, grit and raw energy of Nadal, I just have a feeling the swiss master will be holding aloft his 7th Wimbledon Title after all is said and done.
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