I got to get away from these people from the Tour [players, media and photographers], … It was good to be away, but it’s very nice to be back.

It’s not for sure I’m going to finish No 1 in the world. I’ve still got to play well and defend my titles and make sure I play well. So I have a lot to...

I feel a bit awkward playing in a red shirt out at Wimbledon. But I don’t dislike it.

I knew before the match that Marcos is a tough player to beat. I am now getting a feel for the big games.

I really had to concentrate to make my first serve because he puts pressure on the second when he likes to hit and come in to the net.

That game was huge, absolutely, … I was not so happy the way I was playing, especially in the second set. Third was getting better, especially after that pass. I really felt that shift in...

I am amazed that I keep backing it up one tournament after another. It clicks for me when there’s pressure. Down 4-2 in the third, I felt my serve coming back, and I was quite...

I expect a tough match.

It was a solid performance. It’s always a test playing against a Spanish player on clay, and you could see the difference from yesterday (against Greg Rusedski).

I think he (Ferrero) should have won that game.

It was very spectacular the way it ended in five sets. It was tight. It’s a pity (to lose). We’re trying to forget this doubles as soon as possible and then wait for tomorrow.

I felt like this is exactly the match I expected.

It was a good start. I didn’t know much about Istomin. The first time I met him was warming up in the locker room.

I think we are all surprised he got so far. He proved us all wrong. He beat quality players and he deserves to be in the final.

I think from the start, it was a good match today. I was very pleased.

I was the guy making all the errors and he was not. He was playing a few good shots. I had a few sloppy points here and there. He made me doubt.

This is a great season so far,

He didn’t grow that much, … but he’s still doing a great job.

I had set a goal with my team to try and get back to the top of the rankings, but I never thought with the depth in the game this year that I would have...

It’s good to see upsets sometimes as long as it doesn’t hit you.

This is probably the most special Grand Slam final in my career,

You know, two aces, I think that definitely calms you down straightaway.

But my reaction was good and I feel very good right now because it was a tough match.

I wonder why I always play so well, especially on the big occasions. It seems to click for me.

A different day, a different opponent. It changes things,

I knew I had to return well today and get him to work hard on his serve if I was to win.

I’ve been waiting for this moment a long time. I’ve never gone 6-0, 6-0 on the ATP tour and I don’t remember the last time I played someone ranked that low.

I still get that feeling. It’s good like this.

I’m really looking forward to that match.

It’s always very emotional, winning here, because of Peter, then Tony.

He played pretty well to come back.

I’ve got to adjust quite a bit to play Rafael. But I already feel like I’m improving a lot. The more I play against him, the more I’ll be able to figure out his game...

At a young age like this, it is extraordinary, really. I’m a big fan of his game. It’s something I haven’t seen in – basically never.

Being a husband is for me as big a priority as being a father.

I don’t mind fans coming up in a friendly, respectful way. That’s all part of the fun of being a top tennis player. But if people take pictures without permission, particularly if my children are...

I was not so happy the way I was playing. That game was huge and I started to feel like I’m really in control again.

From the first moment I walked on this centre court I always had the feeling it’s a nice one, … I really had the sense I was returning very well, hardly giving him any points,...

A friend offered me $10 for every match I win 7-6 in the third set. It was too little, so I didn’t accept it. But then he raised it to $20 and I couldn’t refuse....

This doesn’t happen every day so you better enjoy this moment,

I got my chances, but I didn’t make it.

What a pity for him, … But we’ll see much more from him I’m sure.

Dude, you’re the king. Start acting like it!

It is tricky having never heard of him.

It was a fantastic match.

I was hoping it was going to be easier, obviously, but he played well. He definitely served well, and I was playing quite passive.

I didn’t give him much chance. I’m playing so well this week, it was tough for him from the start.

I know he’s so tough,

I was little bit surprised, … I don’t play much in the morning anymore.

I am a sucker for those old traditional places, and Rome is as good as it gets, particularly when you throw in Italian food.

I can’t believe I did it so smoothly in straight sets. It’s a huge relief, but there’s still two days of pressure.