Also, the sport has grown since the days of Laver, so the playing field is far greater. I also don't think Nadal will overtake Federer's Grand Slam total because of his knee problems partly caused by his full-on style of play.
He doesn't need to beat Nadal, IMO. Federer is always there at the final stages of a tournament. Nadal wasn't this time. it doesn't demean his achievement.
Glad to see him win. Did anyone see that tosser run on with a banner in the second set? I bet it was the guy who handed Thierry Henry a Barca top when he was playing for Arsenal in the Champions League. I think Federer has a great chance of winning Wimbledon now and toppling Sampras' record, especially with the developments regarding Nadal's knee.
I was referring to his big match mentality in the Grand Slam tournaments against the top two. I know he has a superior record against Federer, but I'm still not sure he has the belief at the very highest level. I wouldn't mind being proved wrong.