'I had goosebumps': South African hails idol Federer

As a 10-year-old, Lloyd Harris sat on Centre Court at Wimbledon to watch his idol Roger Federer.

Twelve years later, he swapped his seat high up in the stands for a place on the court where he gave the eight-time champion a huge scare before losing their first round clash, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-2 on Tuesday.

"I was 10 and it was the first time I had seen a pro tennis match," recalled Harris. "My parents snuck us on to Centre Court and I saw Federer play Marat Safin.

"I thought it was amazing seeing these guys moving and the way they played. Here I am, playing him a few years later."