London, July 06: Roger Federer is trying to become the first Wimbledon Junior champion to go on to win the Men's title since Stefan Edberg did it.
Federer won the Boys' title in 1998, and he plays Mark Philippoussis today for the more coveted trophy. Edberg was the Junior champion in 1983, then went on to win Wimbledon in 1988 and 1990.
The only other players to be Boys' and Men's champion are Bjorn Borg (Junior in 1972, Men's champion from 1976-80) and Pat Cash (Junior in 1982, Men's champion in 1987).
Notes: This is the first time since 1982 that both men's semifinals were completed in straight sets. The last two players to win in three sets were John Mcenroe and Jimmy Connors. Connors won the title in '82 ... Roger Federer is the first Swiss man to reach a men's grand slam final ... Andre Agassi and Roger Federer have each won four ATP titles this year - the most of any player.


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