Federer finishes comeback, reaches semifinals
Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates at match point after beating Marin Cilic of Croatia in their men’s singles match on day ten of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Wednesday, July 6, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
LONDON — After saving three match points in the fourth set, Roger Federer made it through to the semifinals at Wimbledon for the 11th time.
The seven-time champion came back from a two-set deficit to beat Marin Cilic 6-7 (4), 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (9), 6-3 on Centre Court as he continues his run for a record eighth Wimbledon title.
Article continues after this advertisementAt 34, Federer is the oldest man to reach the semifinals at the All England Club since 39-year-old Ken Rosewall was runner-up in 1974.
Federer will play Milos Raonic in the semifinals on Friday.
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