When Roger Federer became the first man to win Wimbledon eight times and earn himself his nineteenth Grand Slam title, emotions on and off the court were running high. The thirty-five year old player finished the contest in one hour and forty-one minutes, claiming his first title since 2012. “It’s magical,” said Federer courtside. “I can’t believe it yet. It’s too much. I kept on believing and dreaming and here I am today for my eighth title. I hope to be back to defend it next year.” Watching Federer not drop a set at Wimbledon was pretty incredible, it was something only the greatest athletes are capable of. Federer worked his way to a 6-3, 6-1, 6-4 win against Marin Cilic, who after a rocky start earned the privilege of a Wimbledon final debut. However as Cilic was 3-0 down, he buried his head in his towel and [speculated] quitting in a Wimbledon final. As Federer walked the service line calmly, Cilic rose from his chair and re-entered the match, because that’s what athletes do. Besides from being one of the greatest tennis players of all time, many commentators describe Federer as a role model off the tennis court. He is always admired for his humility and politeness to reporters, competitors and peers. He is above all a family man and will be the first to tell you. Through his appreciative tears Federer said, “it’s a wonderful moment for the family and my team. This one is for us. Thank you to Wimbledon, thank you Switzerland”.