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Switzerland's Roger Federer celebrates his upset victory over Pete Sampras of the U.S. at the Wimbledon Championships July 2, 2001. Federer defeated defending men's singles champion Sampras 7-6 5-7 6-4 6-7 7-5. ps Stock Photo - Alamy
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