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Roger Federer isn’t done—not by a long shot.

The 35-year-old, who defeated Marin Cilic in straight sets this past weekend to win his record eighth Wimbledon title and 19th major, plans to defend his trophy at the All England Club in 2018.

In winning the grass-court Championships, the Swiss legend became the oldest man to win a Grand Slam title in the Open era. After the decisive victory in the final on Sunday, he told fans on Centre Court that he’d be back on the grass the following year.

But Federer, as realistic and pragmatic as he is dominant, knows that he’ll have to maintain his health and manage his schedule properly if he wants to remain at this level.

“At 25, when you win you’re like, ‘I’ll be back next year. It’s normal. The body’s going to be fine, most likely,’” Federer, who will turn 36 on August 8, told the Associated Press. “But I can’t really think years ahead now. Let’s be honest.”

After missing much of the 2016 season to recover from a knee injury, the world No. 3 is a remarkable 31-2 on the season with titles in Melbourne, Indian Wells, Miami, Halle and now Wimbledon.

Federer fully plans to play the final major of the season, the U.S. Open, at the end of August. A title there would give him 20 Slams overall and six in Flushing Meadows.

Court Report: Roger Federer plans to defend Wimbledon title in 2018

Court Report: Roger Federer plans to defend Wimbledon title in 2018

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