Andy Murray has become the first Briton in 77 years to win the men's singles title at Wimbledon, with a straight-sets victory over the world number one.
With the hopes of the nation resting on his shoulders, the Scotsman beat Novak Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 6-4 on Centre Court in a battle lasting three hours and 10 minutes.
Murray had squandered three match points before winning the championship when the Serbian netted a backhand, sparking wild celebrations among the 15,000 people in the crowd.
The 26-year-old player, who held his trophy aloft and kissed it, said: "That was one of the toughest moments, today was unbelievably tough match.
"I don't know how I came through the final three points, I'm so glad to do it.
"I have played Novak many times and when everyone finishes playing, he will go down as one of the fighters.
The Queen and the Prime Minister led congratulations to Murray "He did the same today and that is what made it tough.
"I understand how much everyone wanted to see British winner at Wimbledon and I hope everyone enjoyed it."
Murray expressed his delight on Twitter shortly after his win: "Can't believe what's just happened!!!!!!!"
Murray hugged his coach Ivan Lendl after his momentous victory World number two Murray broke down in tears as his triumph sank in and climbed into the players' box to hug his girlfriend Kim Sears, coach Ivan Lendl and the rest of his support team.
But he almost forgot his mother Judy, who was sitting just behind the box, before returning to embrace her too.
"I did forget Mum, but then I did remember," he added.
"My team have stuck by me through some tough moments. This one is for Ivan (Lendl, his coach) as well, I know he did everything to try to win this one when he was playing. He's fantastic, he's been patient and I thank him."
Murray nearly forgot to hug his mum The win makes Murray the first Briton to take the Wimbledon men's singles title since Fred Perry in 1936.
His brother, Jamie Murray, won the Wimbledon mixed doubles title in 2007.
Andy Murray won his first grand slam at the US Open last year and was desperate to claim the SW19 title after losing to Roger Federer in an emotional final last year.
After his win, Murray paid tribute to those who have spurred him on The thrilling match came on the hottest day of the year to date and saw temperatures reach 40C (104 Fahrenheit) in the sun on Centre Court, while the mercury hit 29C in the shade.
Thousands of people descended on the famous All-England club, including Prime Minister David Cameron, Scotland First Minister Alex Salmond, Victoria Beckham and Wayne Rooney, while millions tuned in to watch the action on television.
On Murray Mount, fans held union flags and Scottish Saltires as they squeezed on to the steep bank to watch the tense tie.
Djokovic has won six grand slams, but today was not his day Mr Cameron led tributes to Murray, tweeting: "It was a privilege to watch @andy_murray making history at #Wimbledon, and making Britain proud."
Djokovic was gracious in defeat.
"Congratulations to Andy you absolutely deserved it, you played incredibly," the six-times grand slam champion said.
"I know what it means to you guys in the whole country so well done. It is a great achievement. I gave it my all and it was an honour to be in this match, in this final."
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