BBC Sport · Jul 13, 2017
Wimbledon 2017: Roger Federer plays down favourite tag before semi-finals
Federer is trying to reach his 11th Wimbledon final in 15 yearsSeven-time champion Roger Federer played down the favourite tag as he prepared for his 12th Wimbledon semi-final on Friday.
The 35-year-old Swiss third seed plays Czech 11th seed Tomas Berdych on Centre Court at about 16:00 BST.
Seventh seed Marin Cilic of Croatia faces American 24th seed Sam Querrey - conqueror of Andy Murray - in the first semi-final at 13:00.
"Being favourite or not the favourite doesn't matter," said Federer.
"These other guys are all big hitters. I feel like they will have their word to say of the outcome of the matches."