Wimbledon 2014 Results: Scores and Highlights from Djokovic vs. Federer Thriller

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Published: July 7, 2014

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In an instant classic fitting for two of the world's best, Novak Djokovic bested Roger Federer in five thrilling sets to win the 2014 Wimbledon title. 

The twists and turns that took place in Sunday's final were on par with the significance of the match, with it resembling title fighters exchanging knockout blows only to lift themselves up from the canvas and swing back. In the end, Djokovic just barely had enough in an affair that could have seen so many alternate endings. 

Bleacher Report UK summed up Djokovic's victory:



After falling in the first set despite going to a tiebreak, Djokovic validated his top seed and rallied back for two straight set wins. He dropped the fourth but came up big in the fifth to seal his second Wimbledon championship.

Take a look at the final score line and overall match highlights:





Although it ended with him lifting the trophy, Djokovic wasn't in the clear on Sunday even if he played his best throughout five sets. 

Why was the top seed not in control despite playing at top form? Well, because Federer decided to turn back the clock.



At the age of 32, Federer has been on a mission for his 18th Grand Slam ever since play began at the All England Club. After all, his last major came two years ago on the same court. His play indicated that, as his serves were on point early on, allowing for him to squeak out the first set in a tiebreak.

It took incredible shots like this for Djokovic to even stay in the hunt early on:



Djokovic was rattled, but he didn't let it get to him. Instead, he battled his way back in front. 

The Serbian took the second set 6-4 in just about the most lopsided score you could get with these two legends playing at the level they were. 

The third set was the first real chance for either to take a ...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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