Furious that a line judge had not seen a serve from Sebastien Grosjean which landed out a furious Henman angrily vented his frustration.

""Get a grip," was the only printable comment he launched in the direction of umpire Carlos Ramos. The 10th seed also used some choice vocabulary which last week landed Rusedski a fine as he crashed out to Andy Roddick.

Unlike Rusedski, Henman's comments were not picked up by television microphones.

ROOF STILL HOT TOPIC The rain at Wimbledon is a hot topic once again after Wednesday's three disruptions - as is the long-mooted idea of a roof on centre court to allow some play to continue and avoid a backlog.

But All England Club chairman Tim Phillips warns there are many considerations, and not just cost.

"It is essential that the micro climate created within the court by a roof does not adversely affect the safety of players," says Phillips.

THAT'S YOUR LOT Fans who had tickets for Tim Henman's quarterfinal against Sebastien Grosjean will not be able to ask for a refund after rain curtailed play to leave the Frenchman heading for victory at two sets to one.

The 14,000 fans are not entitled to a refund as All England Club rules do not provide for one if there is more than two hours play.

"TIGER" BURNS BRIGHT While Tim Henman was struggling in his quarter-final he at least received support from one intrepid tabloid reporter, who smuggled in a Tiger suit which he donned in the crowd.

The "tiger" ended up getting drenched, however, after forgetting his umbrella.