Wimbledon 2017: 5 biggest favourites to win the men's singles

Modified Jul 10, 2017 12:21 GMT

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 10: Andy Murray of Great Britain holds the trophy infront of the photographers following victory in the Men's Singles Final against Milos Raonic of Canada on day thirteen of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 10, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) — Who is going to win it all this year?

#1 Roger Federer

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 08: Roger Federer of Switzerland plays a forehand during the Gentlemen's Singles third round match against Mischa Zverev of Germany on day six of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 8, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) — Roger Federer

With seven Wimbledon titles, it is no surprise that Roger Federer is considered the overwhelming favourite for the title on his beloved surface. The Swiss ace manoeuvred a potential banana skin in Mischa Zverev in the third round by getting his tactics spot on to counter the German’s serve and volley.

Federer has breezed through the opening three rounds without dropping a set and has looked to be in great form.

Apart from the Australian Open and the Halle tourney, he has won the Indiana and Miami Masters titles this season and has been in imperious form and fitness. Skipping the clay-court season to stay in the best possible shape for Wimbledon was a great decision, going by his play on grass so far.

Edited by Staff Editor