Sampras also led US to beat Russia in 1995 Davis Cup on clay.

Of course, should they meet on clay, Federer would win handily.

Sunday is the 1st 5 setter Federer has ever played in a slam final, by far the toughest win for him.

He had to save 4 break points in the 5th set. These are indeed virtual match points because we know how good Rafa is as a front-runner.

This could contribute also to the tears ?

Talking about Sampras, Federer indeed played a Sampras style match in the wimbledon final. Federer had 24 aces and Rafa had 1. Yet it was such a close match. You wonder Rafa must be doing everything else a little better than Fed.

Federer's serve showed up at the most crucial time and won him the title. Proves once again how important the serve is in the sport of tennis.