That wraps up the live coverage of the men's final. I can honestly say that was the best thing I've seen in tennis. The final set was as good as it gets. Congratulations to Roger Federer. We've been privileged to witness history.
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Good night, folks
The plaudits are coming thick and fast
Roger Federer on court
"I'm happy for you. I would have been happy to lose tonight, to be honest. The comeback was perfect, as it was," he said in reference to Nadal.
"Tennis is a tough sport. There are no draws, but if there was one I would have been happy to have one tonight and share it with Rafa, really."
Nadal on court
"I fighted a lot … A great match. I think Roger (Federer) probably deserved it a little more than me.
"I'm just going to keep going. I feel that I'm back at as high level. I'm going to keep trying the whole season."
Rod Laver on court. Roger Federer will get another special moment with Australia's tennis icon.
Congratulations Roger Federer!
What a brilliant result. And so richly deserved. They way Federer fought back in the final set will forever be remembered. This is the sweetest of wins ...
Do yourself a favour and watch a replay - at least the final set anyway. It was a remarkable fighting comeback from Federer.
Roger Federer wins his 18th slam!
HIS SWEETEST MOMENT.
THE TEARS ARE COMING.
MOST REMARKABLE THING I'VE SEEN IN TENNIS. BEYOND DOUBT
FEDERER WINS !!!!!!
Extraordinary drama.
MATCH POINT
The second. Another chance. Coming after an ace from Federer!