Andy Murray's first Wimbledon title has been hailed by the Queen, the Prime Minister as well as stars of sport and showbusiness.
David Cameron was in the Royal Box to watch Murray's straight sets 6-4 7-5 6-4 victory over world number one Novak Djokovic.
The Scot became the first Briton in 77 years to win the men's singles final.
After the victory, Mr Cameron tweeted: "It was a privilege to watch @andy_murray making history at #Wimbledon, and making Britain proud."
Murray was congratulated privately by the Queen following his historic win.
A Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said: "I can confirm that the Queen has sent a private message to Andy Murray following his Wimbledon victory."
Murray went up to his box in the stands to hug his mother Judy after his victory. She said she was immensely proud of her son's achievements.
She said: "It's the best feeling ever to see your son win Wimbledon. This is what he has talked about winning since he was a little boy, it was a dream that has become a reality now for him."
Murray admitted she found it hard to watch her son's triumph. "I have been shaking for the last three hours," she added.
"I am fine now but 15 minutes ago (just before Murray won) I was an emotional wreck."
Murray's younger brother Jamie, who won the Wimbledon mixed doubles title in 2007, tweeted: "What an incredible day!! So proud of my lil bro! What a champion!!"
In Murray's home town of Dunblane , supporters flocked to local venues to cheer on their favourite son.
Former British number one Tim Henman has backed Murray to now go on and win more grand slams.
Henman, who reached four Wimbledon semi-finals, said: "It's a remarkable achievement for him and something we are proud of.
"Andy had this belief in his heart of hearts that he would win it. He had some huge disappointment with losing 12 months ago but deep down he knew he could do this and this is going to be one of many more grand slams for Andy Murray."
Star Wars actor and Murray's fellow Scot Ewan McGregor wrote: "Oh my God. What a match, what a player. Inspiring a Nation. .Andy Murray!! Ya Beauty."
Former England striker and Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker added: "I sense @andy--murray will take a bit of beating at Sport's Personality Of The Year! #wimbledon."
Murray's Davis Cup team-mate Ross Hutchins, who has spoken about the support he has received from the Scot since he was diagnosed with cancer, was delighted to see his friend win.
Hutchins said: "I'm ecstatic. I am so pleased for him."
Other politicians also joined the PM in congratulating Murray.
Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who was also in the Royal Box and helped unfurl a Saltire, wrote: "A truly phenomenal victory by @andy--murray. Hard fought and well deserved. #Wimbledon."
Liberal Democrat leader and Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg wrote: "Congratulations @andy--murray! What a match, you've made us all proud! #Wimbledon"
Labour opposition leader Ed Miliband added: "Congratulations Andy Murray. A historic and amazing moment for him and for the whole country."
London Mayor Boris Johnson writing: "Congratulations to my one time doubles partner @andy--murray on his glorious Wimbledon victory!"
