Roger Federer claimed his first Major title at Wimbledon 2003, losing only one set in seven encounters and adding his name to the list of memorable champions in the cathedral of tennis. The Swiss had the upper hand against every rival, dropping a set against Mardy Fish in the third round and standing strong when it mattered the most to become a deserved winner at 21.Roger’s most challenging obstacle en route to the crown was not his rivals but a severe back injury experienced before the fourth-round clash against Feliciano Lopez. Feeling sharp pain once the match started, Federer called for the trainer after only two games, struggling to match the rival’s pace and thinking about retirement.After painkillers and massage, the Swiss started to move and serve better, erasing the deficit and fending off a set point to take …

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