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Roger Federer wins Laver Cup for Team Europe

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - SEPTEMBER 24:  Roger Federer of Team Europe reacts during his mens singles match against Nick Kyrgios of Team World on the final d

Roger Federer delivered the Laver Cup for Team Europe with a nail-biting win over Nick Kyrgios on Sunday.

The inaugural tournament came down to the final match after Team World's John Isner upset Rafael Nadal, but Federer would have the final say to secure a 15-9 score-line.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - SEPTEMBER 24:  John Mcenroe, Captain of Team World and Bjorn Borg, Captain of Team Europe enters the arena ahead of the mens doubl
Image: Team captains Bjorn Borg (L) and John McEnroe

The world No 2 won 4-6 7-6 11-9 against Kyrgios to avoid a deciding match that, for long periods, appeared to be on the cards.

The third and final day began with Team Europe enjoying a 9-3 advantage but Jack Sock and John Isner added three points to Team World's tally by beating Tomas Berdych and Marin Cilic in doubles action.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - SEPTEMBER 24:  Rafael Nadal of Team Europe plays a volley during his mens singles match against John Isner of Team World on the fi

Alexander Zverev beat Sam Querrey 6-4 6-4 to give Team Europe an overall 12-6 lead, and hand Nadal the opportunity to seal victory.

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But world No 1 Nadal suffered a surprise 7-5 7-6 loss to Isner forcing him to hand the baton to team-mate Federer, who eventually got the job done.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - SEPTEMBER 24:  Nick Kyrgios of Team World plays a forehand on the run during his mens singles match against Roger Federer of Team

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