Tiger Tim roars into next round after epic five-set victory

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But as Tim Henman set Wimbledon alight with a dazzling victory yesterday, his wife Lucy could not conceal her delight - and leapt out of her seat to cheer him.

The look on her face said it all as she hailed the 32-year-old tennis star's triumph over Spaniard Carlos Moya, who is rated 52 places above him.

Thousands more fans - the 'Henmaniacs' - roared their hero on from outside Centre Court on a jam-packed Henman Hill.

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Moment of victory: Tim savours his hard-fought success

The former British number one, now ranked 74th in the world, was drawing two sets apiece after the first four sets in the held-over first round match.

However, urged on by the crowd, he remained mentally strong in the final set and eventually battled through to win 13-11.

On sealing the winning point, Henman raised both hands in triumph. Above him in the stands, his wife - a 35-year-old television producer - was ecstatic.

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Tim's wife Lucy is delighted with her husband's first round triumph.

Henman's victory, and the pretournament withdrawal of British number one Andy Murray, means he is the now only Briton with a realistic chance of winning the tournament.

He said later: "The support I have had, as I have always had, has been incredible. I have used it to my advantage. Today was another good example of that."

"This place is so special to me. I have had so many experiences here over the years. I always believe that good things are going to happen."