Roddick gunning for trio of Stella titles

The world's fastest server Andy Roddick will crank up his formidable delivery at the Stella Artois Championships in June before gunning for a first Wimbledon title, the American said. Confirming his entry into the London grasscourt event, Roddick said:...

The world's fastest server Andy Roddick will crank up his formidable delivery at the Stella Artois Championships in June before gunning for a first Wimbledon title, the American said.

Confirming his entry into the London grasscourt event, Roddick said: "I have some fond memories of the Stella Artois over the last couple of years and I look forward to going back to defend my title." If he succeeds at Queen's Club, the American who beat France's Sebastien Grosjean in both the 2003 and 2004 finals will join Lleyton Hewitt, John McEnroe and Boris Becker as the only players to win the title three times or more.

Hewitt, champion in 2000, 2001 and 2002, also confirmed his entry into the June 6-12 event this year. Britain's challenge will be spearheaded by three-times runner-up Tim Henman and Greg Rusedski.

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