Federer upbeat ahead of Wimbledon

ROGER FEDERER will begin his campaign for a record sixth straight Wimbledon title on the back of his 59th consecutive win on grass.

The world number one equalled Pete Sampras’ record of 10 grass court titles with his fifth victory in Halle last weekend — his previous four were all followed by Wimbledon triumphs.

“That’s exactly what I hope for this time,” Federer said. “That’s why I’m so satisfied. That’s why I will go to Wimbledon with a lot of hope.”