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Ivanisevic backs Henman for Wimbledon glory

Tim Henman is Goran Ivanisevic's tip for the title
Tim Henman is Goran Ivanisevic's tip for the title

Former Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic is backing Tim Henman to go all the way this year and claim the men's title.

The big-hearted Croat beat Henman in the semi-finals three years ago but still managed to win over the crowds at SW19 with a courageous five-set success against Pat Rafter to land the men's title.

He was given a hero's welcome when he returned to Croatia but his career subsequently nose-dived as a series of injuries took their toll - and now he is back at Wimbledon for one last shot at glory.

"I'm not nervous because I've nothing to lose - I'm just going to have fun," he told BBC Radio 5 Live's Sportsweek programme. "For me the favourite for the tournament is Tim and this is the first time I can say that. He is ready this year and I wish him all the best."

Filed by Johnny Proby

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