THE STORY
In the 2019 Wimbledon Men's Singles final on July 14, Roger Federer faced Novak Djokovic in a historic match lasting 4 hours and 57 minutes. Federer had two match points at 8-7, 40/15 in the fifth set but failed to convert them. Djokovic eventually won 7-6(5), 1-6, 7-6(4), 4-6, 13-12(3), securing his fifth Wimbledon title. (skysports.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic
WHY IT MATTERS
Federer's missed match points in this epic final are often cited as a pivotal moment in tennis history, highlighting the fine margins between victory and defeat at the sport's highest level.