Age: 22
Country: United States
Lives: Austin, Texas
Plays: Right-handed, double-handed backhand
Seed: 2
Grand Slam titles: One (U.S. Open 2003)
Record at Wimbledon: 2004-runner-up, 2003-semi-finalist, 2002-third round, 2001-third round.
Having reach the last four in 2003 and the final last year, Roddick will be hoping to go one better and become the first U.S. champion since the now-retired Pete Sampras.
The problem for the young American is that Federer, who ended his dreams in both 2003 and 2004 at the All England Club, is still around and looking better than ever.
Roddick's main weapon on grass is his world record-breaking serve and a fearsome forehand which are enough to blast ordinary opponents off court.
Despite winning his third consecutive Stella Artois title on Sunday, has still to develop the volleying instincts and touch play of a true grass master.