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And Jamie Murray, combining with Jelena Jankovic, ensured Britain ended the tournament with silverware by beating Jonas Bjorkman and Alicia Molik 6-4, 3-6, 6-1 in the the mixed doubles final. It was Britain's first title since Jeremy Bates and Jo Durie won the same event in 1987.

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Titanic struggle: Federer took the first set of the Wimbledon final

Federer, 25, equalled Borg's record of five consecutive wins and joined him on third equal of all-time Grand Slam winners. He has won 11 majors, the same as Borg and Rod Laver, and is one behind Roy Emerson and only three adrift of all-time leader Pete Sampras. Federer admitted he felt a heavy burden of history. "It was a huge occasion, huge pressure," he said.

Gallant display: Raphael Nadal fell just short

"Bjorn is sitting there, Jimmy Connors, John McEnroe, Boris Becker. The record was on the line and everything just adds up and puts pressure on you, so it was special to lift the trophy. I was almost crying at 5-2 in the fifth so I had to stay relaxed.

"To see Bjorn after the match was very fitting, we had a Swedish hug. It was very nice because we like each other from a long distance, so to speak. I don't know how much longer I can keep it up but I feel mentally and physically fit to go on for many more years.' He paid tribute to Nadal, who, even after yesterday, has an 8-5 win record over him.

All mine: Federer kisses cup for the fifth time

"He came so close that he deserved a title as well today. This year he has changed his game a little bit and plays more aggressive. He has improved a lot and I have the highest respect for him.

"Maybe it is building up to one of the great rivalries. Sometimes we haven't lived up to expectations in our matches but I'm happy it happened today and I was the winner. It was perfect."

British connection: Jamie Murray combined with Jelena Jankovic,

Nadal described Federer as playing at "the best level of tennis in history". He said: "It was disappointing because I had good chances but tomorrow I will be happy about the tournament I played.

"I had some big chances in the fifth set. The difference was the serve — he served better and that's important on any surface, especially grass."

Winners: Jamie Murray celebartes with doubles partner Jelena Jankovic