Federer eyes Sampras record

ROGER FEDERER has turned to the history books and other sports in his search for new objectives following a fourth consecutive US Open win.

The Swiss world number one defeated Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7-4), 7-6 (7-2), 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday night for his 27th consecutive match victory on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows.

David Nalbandian was the last man to beat him there at the fourth round stage in 2003.

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