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Roger Federer's trademark serve-and-volley game makes him the bookmakers' favourite for a ninth Wimbledon title this year.
But don't write off men's second seed Rafael Nadal, champion in 2008 and 2010, and three-time champion Novak Djokovic.
Check out the top five contenders for the men's singles crown at the Championships, which starts Monday, July 2.
1-Roger Federer (Switzerland)
World ranking: 2
Born: August 8, 1981 (Age 36)
Height: 1.85 metres
Plays: Right-handed
Grand Slam titles: 20 (Australian Open 2004, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2017, 2018; French Open 2009; Wimbledon 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012, 2017; US Open 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
2018 ATP match record: 25-3
2018 ATP titles: 3
Biggest weapon: Federer's trademark serve-and-volley game makes him the bookmakers' favourite to seal his ninth Wimbledon title this year. His amazing movement and shotmaking skills combined with his experience on the surface makes him a complete package.
Biggest weakness: Fatigue may hinder the 36-year-old's progress during the latter stages of the tournament, and he must avoid five-setters to sustain a title bid.
2-Rafael Nadal (Spain)
World ranking: 1
Born: June 3, 1986 (Age 32)
Height: 1.85 metres
Plays: Left-handed
Grand Slam titles: 17 (Australian Open 2009; French Open 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018; Wimbledon 2008, 2010; U.S. Open 2010, 2013, 2017)
2018 ATP match record: 30-2
2018 ATP titles: 4
Biggest weapon: Nadal's whipped forehand and left-handed serve allow him to control rallies from the baseline. His ability to stretch points makes him an awkward opponent on any surface.
Biggest weakness: The Spaniard has often struggled against big-serving opponents on grass, and it was his undoing in a five-set defeat by Gilles Muller in the fourth round last year.
12-Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
World ranking: 17
Born: May 22, 1987 (Age 31)
Height: 1.88 metres
Plays: Right-handed
Grand Slam titles: 12 (Australian Open 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016; French Open 2016; Wimbledon 2011, 2014, 2015; U.S. Open 2011, 2015)
2018 ATP match record: 18-9
2018 ATP titles: 0
Biggest weapon: His court coverage and groundstrokes accuracy allow him to grind out matches even when he is not at his best.
Biggest weakness: Djokovic's serve has been a mixed bag since his elbow surgery earlier this year.
4-Alexander Zverev (Germany)
World ranking: 3
Born: April 20, 1997 (Age 21)
Height: 1.98 metres
Plays: Right-handed
Grand Slam titles: 0
2018 ATP match record: 34-10
2018 ATP titles: 2
Biggest weapon: The talented youngster has every shot in his locker, with his double-handed backhanded ranked as one of the most powerful shots in test.
Biggest weakness: Lack of big-game experience at the All England Club and burden of expectations have proved too much for the German during his last three appearances.
3-Marin Cilic (Croatia)
World ranking: 5
Born: September 28, 1988 (Age 29)
Height: 1.98 metres
Plays: Right-handed
Grand Slam titles: 1 (US Open 2014)
2018 ATP match record: 27-9
2018 ATP titles: 1
Biggest weapon: The Croat boasts a booming serve that comes handy during crucial stages of the match.
Biggest weakness: While good for a big man, Cilic is not the most graceful mover on court.
Photographs: Getty Images
