Tim Henman has vowed to bounce back from his crushing second round Wimbledon defeat to Roger Federer and resurrect his fading Grand Slam dreams.
The Briton, adored by his loyal band of ever-enthusiastic fans at the All England Club, said he felt he had a few more Wimbledons left in the twilight years of his career.
The 31-year-old, who was once ranked fourth in the world but is now 64th, insisted there were several things he wanted to achieve before he calls it a day. "I'll enjoy a bit of a break and then I've got to keep working and get ready for the summer," the British number three said after losing to Swiss reigning champion Federer 6-4, 6-0, 6-2.
Asked what his priorities were to get his career back on course, Henman said: "Getting my ranking back up and having a full schedule for the rest of the year.
Four-time semi-finalist Henman is worshipped by the Centre Court faithful, having given the home crowd a decade of hope for a first British Wimbledon men's winner since Fred Perry in 1936.
The Briton reckons he will have a few more opportunities to bask in the Centre Court atmosophere before hanging up his racquet. Close friend Federer also believes Henman has something to offer the game.
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