Croatian Goran Ivanisevic - Wimbledon Champion
2001.
Almost nobody believed in it, the author of these pages site was about to change the text in the links part of the site after this year’s Wimbledon had been finished. The part of the page dedicated to Goran included the desire and belief that was shared among Goran’s supporters from all over the world, the longing of those who followed his path in professional tennis. It stated: “We hope that Goran is going to fulfill his greatest desire, to win the Wimbledon next year”. But the page remained the same this summer, a tinny spark of hope still existed, Goran was living for Wimbledon, this tournament was something which always inspired him, sometimes positively, sometimes… sometimes he was disappointed. Finally, the page can only be enriched with photos and text dedicated to this incredible success, the victory on the greatest tennis tournament in the world is something to remember. Thanks Goran, for giving us joy, anxiety and tears, thanks for remembering Drazen.

HM - 11.07.2001.

"Thanks Goran" - Photo album of a miracle
 

Goran Ivanisevic finally gets to kiss the Wimbledon Trophy that had eluded him in his 3 previous finals.

 

Goran lies flat out on Centre Court after winning the Men's Championship.

 

Goran Ivanisevic shows the ectasy of winning the Gentlemen's Championships at Wimbledon.

 

Goran enjoys the moment on Centre Court after winning the Men's Championships.

 

Goran Ivanisevic takes the 2001 Gentlemen's Singles Title.

 

Goran Ivanisevic shows his delight at booking a place in his fourth Wimbledon Final.

 

Fans of Goran Ivanisevic lend their support in the Men's Final on Centre Court

 

Goran Ivanisevic Returns a Rafter Serve in the Final

 

Ivanisevic Blocks a Drive by Rafter

 

A backhand from Goran Ivanisevic during his Men's Singles Final with Pat Rafter

 

Goran Ivanisevic Lines up a Volley in the Final Against Pat Rafter

 

Goran Ivanisevic Bends Low to Return a Rafter Shot

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