Roger Federer refined but ruthless as he glides towards eighth Wimbledon crown | Jacob Steinberg

Swiss master eases Centre Court crowd’s nerves as he sees off Tomas Berdych with another age-defying display to set up a final showdown with Marin CilicRoger Federer is a cruel man when he is in the mood. He hides it well with the easy charm, the sense that one day he may turn up on court wearing a top hat made out of solid gold, the lulling elegance that gently puts his opponents to sleep. It is a winning combination that helps to explain why they prefer not to see him pushed too hard on