Wimbledon is still the big one says Henman, OBE
Wednesday December 31, 08:46 PM
LONDON (AFP) - Tim Henman has expressed delight at being awarded the OBE in the New Year's Honours List, but says that finally winning Wimbledon is still his big ambition.
The British No 1 said he was "extremely honoured" with the award and he would receive it "with a massive amount of pride."
Henman, with some help from Greg Rusedski, has single-handedly carried British Tennis for the last decade both in ATP tournament play and in the Davis Cup.
Injuries hampered his year in 2003, but he finished in style by winning his first Masters Series event in Paris in November.
Becoming the first Briton since Fred Perry in 1936 to win the men's singles title at Wimbledom remains his driving ambition though and with his 30th birthday looming in 2004, Henman is still full of self-belief.
"I certainly feel, with my game, I'm better than the vast majority - certainly on grass," he said.
"Add to the fact of playing at home, playing with the support I have. I certainly in my heart know that I will win.
"Wimbledon's the ultimate for me. Centre Court is my favourite court, and the support is fantastic - the best support I have throughout the year.
"I definitely thrive on those kinds of atmospheres.
"I've never really suffered from other people's expectations. My expectations have always been pretty high. I expect a lot from myself, and it's an attitude that's helped me.
"I'm not ashamed to admit my ambition is to be number one, and the grand slam events are the ones you are going to be judged on if you're going to be a great player."
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