Federer faces last player to beat him on grass

WIMBLEDON, England - It's been four years and 45 matches sinceRoger Federer lost on grass.

The player who caused that defeat is back in Federer's path.

Croatia's Mario Ancic will face the three-time defending Wimbledonchampion in Wednesday's quarterfinals at the All England Club.

"It's great to have a chance again on such a big stage to playagainst Roger," said the 22-year-old Ancic, who's No. 10 in therankings.

Ancic was a qualifier when he beat Federer 6-3, 7-6 (2), 6-3 inthe first round of the 2002 championships. The Swiss star has sincewon seven Grand Slam titles and put himself in line to become one ofthe best players of all time.

Federer is …