Federer Ends British Hopes in Men’s Draw

Federer Ends British Hopes in Men’s Draw
Roger Federer (SUI) plays Cameron Norrie (GBR) on Centre Court in the men’s third round at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, United Kingdom, Jul 3, 2021.Peter van den Berg/USA TODAY Sports
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LONDON–Apparently if there was a perfect time to topple Roger Federer early at Wimbledon, this was the year -- so believed Cameron Norrie and his vast legion of British fans.

A dogged 6-4 6-4 5-7 6-4 third round win for Federer on Saturday told its own story.