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Federer outplayed Philipp Kohlschreiber in every department of the game in first two sets and quickly pocketed two sets in the match. However Federer stepped off the accelerator in the third and gave a chance to German to sneak his way back into the match. In the fourth set, Federer attacked Kohlschreiber with more intensity and won the match 6-3 6-2 6-7 6-1. In the next round he faces Robin Soderling, the Conqueror of Rafael Nadal in French Open

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Federer is  looking in hurry to finish this quickly, as he steps on the accelerator and reaches to 4-1 lead in the set

Federer regroups himself quickly after the loss of third set  breaks Kohlschreiber early in the set and cements his lead to 3-0 with this hold

In a total turn around in the match, Philipp Kohlschreiber takes the third set from the five time champion, Roger Federer. The crowd wanted some contest and they duly got it, thanks to the German's high spirits and self belief....!

So the German continues to stay ahead in the match with some confident service holds. Federer, on the other hand, disappoints with the loose play when he had chances to close the match.

For the first time in the match, Kohlschreiber stays ahead in a set with a 5-4 lead. Federer needs to keep the points to short to wrap up the match in three..

Federer faces some resistance from the German in the third set as Kohlschreiber refuses to bow down so easily.

Kohlschreiber shows some sign of brilliance, testing Federer to limits in the service game and a strong service hold of his own.

Federer hit the rock bottom when he was handed the loss by Serbian Novak Djokovic in the semifinals of Miami Masters 1000 event. Ever since it has been all glitters for the Swiss maestro as titles in Madrid and Paris made him the resurgent heartthrob.

Federer's most satisfying performance before the triumph at French Open was the win in the final of Mutua Madrilena Madrid Open, where he tamed the Lion in his den.

Federer wins the second set 6-2 to take a two sets to love lead in this third round match against Kohlschreiber.

Federer's second round match against Spaniard Guillermo Garcia-Lopez witnessed the Swiss' brilliance from all corners of the court. Similar is the story in this match.

Federer's capabilities were first questioned after his loss in the finals of Australian Open when he lost to arch nemesis Rafael Nadal in five tough sets. His emotional meltdown in front of millions left the tennis world wondering whether he is capable of winning big matches at grand stages or not. But it all changed with his back to back titles in Madrid and Paris

Federer is tested by Kohlschreiber in the last service game by the German. However, with a quick break of serve in the opening game, Federer seems to have won half the battle

Federer has delivered flawless performances in his first two matches at this year's Championships. His opening round demolition of Chinese Taipei's Yen Hsun-Lu gave a clear indication that he is the strongest contendor for this year's title.

Even Federer would agree that his first set win was quite an aberration from what he does in situations like having a double break and a 4-0 lead. But with the help of some gruelling groundstrokes, Federer wins the first set 6-3

Federer recently became a part of history by achieving a 'career-slam' as the 2009 French Open brought title glory for him. His emphatic win over rising Swedish Star Robin Soderling came at a time when he most needed it.

So after a slight deterrence in concentration, Federer holds serve for a 5-2 lead.

Now that Federer has won the French Open, the equations have all changed but ironically, just a couple of months ago he was totally written off as someone who may never win a slam again, or that he is past his prime. It was Federer's win over Rafael Nadal in Madrid that changed the opinionated mindset of tennis pundits to an extent.

In a surprising game, Roger Federer sees his serve broken and Kohlschreiber gets on board

Roger Federer started the year in promising style,reaching the final of the Australian Open. But ever since, he saw a down trodden performance, perhaps the most challenging in his career since his triumph in 2003 Wimbledon.

Federer opens the match well with an easy service hold.

Roger Federer has entered this year's Championships with an additional motivation to become an all-time leader in the list of players with most Grand Slam wins. His historic triumph at Roland Garros already ensured a legend status for the 'Swiss Maestro'. So Mr. Federer, who is gunning for a record breaking 15th Grand Slam title here at Wimbledon, will meet German No. 1 Philipp Kohlschreiber, who himself has given some notable results this season.

The Championships, Wimbledon 2009, Gentlemen's Singles Third Round
Roger Federer vs. Philipp Kohlschreiber
Head-to-Head
Federer leads series 3-0
Last Meeting 2009 Doha QF
Federer won 6-2, 7-6(6)