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Real Name:
Roger Federer
Occupation:
Professional Tennis Player
Date Of Birth/Age:
8 August 1981 (42 Years Old)
Place of Birth:
Basel, Switzerland
Gender:
Male
Nationality:
Swiss
Marital Status:
Married
Education:
Swiss National Tennis Centre, Ecublens
Height:
6Ft 1Ft
Net Worth:
$550M
Roger Federer Biography
Roger Federer, a former Swiss tennis player, was born in Basel, Switzerland, on August 8, 1981. His parents were Robert Federer, who is Swiss, and Lynette Federer, who is South African and has Dutch and French ancestry. Federer grew up near the French and German border, which allowed him to become fluent in German, French, and English. He was raised as a Roman Catholic and started playing tennis and soccer at a young age. Federer promised to make it big in tennis, and by the age of 11, he became one of Switzerland’s ‘Top 3 Junior Tennis Players’.
At 14, he focused solely on tennis, dedicating all his energy to the sport. He participated in tournaments, practised regularly, and conditioned himself to become a professional player. His abilities were recognized when he won Switzerland’s ‘National Junior Championship’. His impressive talents earned him a sponsorship at the ‘Swiss National Tennis Centre in Ecublens.’ In 1996, he competed in the ‘International Tennis Federation junior tennis circuit.’ Two years later, he won both the junior ‘Wimbledon’ title and the ‘Orange Bowl’ as an amateur, cementing his status as the ‘ITF World Junior Tennis Champion of the Year.’
Family
Parents
Roger Federer’s parents are Robert Federer and Lynette Federer. His father, Robert Federer, is Swiss-German and originally from Berneck in the canton of St. Gallen. His mother, Lynette Federer (née Durand), is Afrikaner and hails from Kempton Park in Gauteng, South Africa.
The couple was fortunate to have twin daughters, Charlene Riva and Myla Rose, born on July 23, 2009. In 2014, their wife gave birth to twins Leo and Lenny, born on May 6, 2014.
Wife
The famous tennis player Federer is happily married to Miroslava Federer (formerly Vavrinec), who also played professionally for the Women’s Tennis Association. They first met at the 2000 Sydney Olympics while representing Switzerland. Mirka, as she is commonly known, was forced to retire from the tour in 2002 due to a foot injury. The lovely couple tied the knot on April 11 2009, at the charming Wenkenhof Villa in Riehen near Basel. The wedding ceremony was attended by a small group of their closest friends and family members.
Lifestyle
2K23Ndy Team Europe’S Roger Federer During A Training Session Ahead Of The Laver Cup At The O2 Arena, London.
When he turned professional, he played his first match against Lucas Arnold Ker in Gstaad, Switzerland, but unfortunately lost. Despite making a name for himself in amateur tennis, he needed more time and experience to succeed professionally. Despite facing multiple defeats, he eventually won the ‘Hopman Cup’ alongside Martina Hingis in 2001 by defeating American competitors Monica Seles and Jan-Michael Gambill. That same year, he won his first singles by beating Julien Boutter at the ‘Milan Indoor Tournament.’
He achieved a string of victories by delivering impressive performances at the ‘French Open’ and ‘Wimbledon,’ making it to the quarter-finals in both tournaments. His match against the reigning champion, Pete Sampras, at ‘Wimbledon’ left a lasting impression on everyone. He exhibited exceptional abilities throughout 2002, improving with every game. He surpassed his previous record by concluding the year in the sixth position in the ‘ATP’ ranking – marking the first time he finished outside the top 10.
In 2003, he had a remarkable year in the ‘ATP’ tour, reaching nine finals and winning seven. He also claimed his first ‘Wimbledon’ singles title. With his exceptional talent and skills, he surpassed other players and climbed to number two on the ‘ATP’ ranking. The following year, he achieved even greater success, winning the ‘Australian Open,’ ‘Wimbledon,’ and the ‘US Open’ in the 2004 ‘Grand Slams.’ In addition, he also triumphed in the ‘ATP Masters Series 1000’ and ‘ATP 500’ series. His game mastery propelled him to the top spot in the world ranking.
2005 began with disappointment as he lost two “Grand Slam” titles. However, he made a strong comeback by winning both the “Wimbledon” and the “US Open.” Additionally, he continued to win, securing four “ATP Masters Series 1000” and two “ATP 500” series, which helped him maintain his number-one ranking. In 2006, he played inspiring tennis and won three “Grand Slam” singles titles. He also won four “ATP Masters Series 1000” finals and an “ATP 500” series, achieving a hat-trick by remaining in the number one position for a third time.
In 2007, he repeated his success from the previous year in the Grand Slam tournaments, making it to the finals of all four and winning three. He also won two finals in the ATP Masters Series 1000 and one in the ATP 500 series. His domination of the sport earned him the number-one position for the fourth time.
In 2008, his impressive record diminished as he only managed to win one ‘Grand Slam’ title (the US Open) and secured three wins in the 250-level events of the ‘ATP’. This resulted in him dropping to the second position in the world ranking. However, he returned in 2009 and reached the finals of all four ‘Grand Slams’, winning both the ‘French Open’ and ‘Wimbledon’. He made history by winning his first ‘French Open’ and completing a career Grand Slam’. He also holds the record for the most ‘Grand Slam singles titles, with a total 15.
In 2010, Federer had a year of disappointment. He started strong by winning the ‘Australian Open,’ but his performance at the ‘French Open’ and ‘Wimbledon’ shocked fans worldwide, as he failed to reach the semi-finals on both occasions. Although he reached the semi-finals at the ‘US Open,’ he couldn’t go further. His world ranking fell to the number two position once again. His career graph declined as he failed to secure a single title at the four ‘Grand Slams’ in 2011, his first since 2002. He dropped out of the top three in the world ranking. However, the year ended on a high note as he won the ‘Swiss Indoors’ for the fifth time and his debut ‘Paris Masters title.
In 2011, he made a significant comeback in his tennis career by defeating David Ferrer in the ‘ATP’ tour and making it to the final of the year-end championships for the seventh time. This impressive performance helped him regain his number three ranking. The following year, he won significantly by beating Andy Murray and winning the ‘Wimbledon’ tournament. He also participated in international competitions such as the ‘Davis Cup,’ the ‘ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament,’ ‘Dubai Tennis Championship,’ and ‘Indian Wells Masters.’ He earned a silver medal at the 2012 ‘Summer Olympics, losing to Murray in the finals.
In 2013, disappointment and shock were felt by a specific individual. Despite their efforts, they could not secure a ‘Grand Slam’ title or reach a final in the first four months. Regrettably, they could not defend their title in Madrid and only managed to emerge victorious at the ‘Gerry Weber Open.’ The following year, in 2014, they fared better by reaching the finals at ‘Wimbledon.’ However, they missed the ‘Grand Slam’ as they lost to Djokovic. They did, however, win two ‘ATP Masters 1000’ and ‘ATP 500’ series and ended the season on a high note by winning the ‘Davis Cup’ for Switzerland. As a result, they were ranked number two according to the ‘ATP’ ranking for that year.
In 2015, Federer achieved a remarkable milestone in his career by winning the ‘Brisbane ATP Tour’ and securing his 1000th victory overall. Although he made it to the finals of two ‘Grand Slams,’ he could not clinch the titles. Nevertheless, he managed to defend his championship against Djokovic at the ‘Dubai Tennis Championship’ and emerge victorious.
In 2016, he could not participate in most matches, dropping his ‘ATP’ ranking to a low of 16 due to a knee injury. Despite not winning any titles that year, Federer made a comeback in 2017, securing ‘Grand Slam victories in Australia and Wimbledon. He also won three ‘ATP Masters 1000’ titles and two ‘500 series titles, significantly improving his ranking and finishing the season as one of the top two players in the world. In the following season, Federer won the ‘Australian Open’ and the ‘Hopman Cup’ for Switzerland but lost in the ‘ATP Finals semi-finals, causing his ranking to slip to number three.
In 2019, Roger Federer achieved impressive feats in professional tennis. He secured a third-place finish at the ‘Australian Open’ and claimed his 100th career singles victory at the ‘Dubai Tennis Championship.’ Additionally, he won one of the two ‘Masters Series 1000’ and two of the ‘500 Series tournaments. Federer also made it to the finals at ‘Wimbledon’ where he faced off against Djokovic in a thrilling five-set match. Although he ultimately lost, the game was the longest men’s final in ‘Wimbledon’ history.
Between 2003 and 2018, Roger Federer received the ‘Fans’ Favorite Award’ from ATPWorldTour.com. His peers, opponents, and competitors voted for him 13 times for the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award, which he won from 2004 to 2009, then in 2011 and 2017. He is also a proud recipient of the highly-regarded Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award, which he won five times: from 2005 to 2008 and again in 2018. Additionally, he was honoured with the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian of the Year Award in 2006 and 2013.
Net Worth
It is reported that Roger Federer’s net worth amounts to $550 million. Additionally, he is estimated to earn a salary of around $47 million annually.
Cars
It’s no surprise that Roger has some of his garage’s most unique and special cars. Being a 20-time Grand Slam winner, he has earned money from his prize alone. Roger has been affiliated with Mercedes-Benz for the past 14 years, serving as their ambassador and spokesperson in various advertising campaigns. He has even been a “source of ideas” for the German carmaker. Some of the cars owned by the tennis star are listed below: Mercedes AMG GT, Mercedes AMG G63, Mercedes Benz SL55 AMG, Mercedes AMG GLE 63 S, Mercedes Benz CLS 450, Mercedes AMG SLS Roadster, Land Rover Range Rover Sports SVR, and Mercedes Benz EQS.
House
He has a residence located in the beautiful town of Valbella, Switzerland. Along with owning properties in his home country, he also possesses properties in the United States. Despite his successful career as a tennis star, he prefers to lead a humble life. Additionally, he has a house in the Middle Eastern city of Dubai and a remarkable Glass Penthouse near Lake Zurich.
Grand Slams
Roger Federer is regarded as the greatest tennis player ever because of his incredible speed, smooth play, and exceptional shot-making. His powerful smashes, precise footwork, and efficient technique have helped him win numerous matches and make tennis history. Federer holds the record for the most weeks spent at the number one position in the world rankings, a total of 302 weeks overall. He held this position for 237 consecutive weeks from 2004 to 2008 and remained in the top two for eight years straight. From 2003 to 2012, he had the top three positions.
Federer is one of only eight tennis players worldwide to achieve a career ‘Grand Slam.’ He has won an impressive 20 Grand Slam men’s singles titles, making him third behind Djokovic (23) and Nadal (22). Additionally, he is the proud recipient of Olympic gold and silver medals for both doubles and singles.
Shoes
On Holding, a Swiss sneaker manufacturer supported by Federer, expects its tennis and running shoes to increase sales by almost 40% this year. Since Federer entered this partnership, this newcomer has been making inroads into the sports footwear market, traditionally dominated by larger competitors such as Adidas AG and Nike Inc. The stock price rose by as much as 30% in New York, marking the most significant intraday gain since its initial public offering in September 2021. The rapid growth of On Holding follows a fourth-quarter revenue that almost doubled, exceeding industry analysts’ estimates by a wide margin.
Retirement
Last year, Federer, widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players in history, announced his retirement. He was a dominant force in the Grand Slams for over 15 years, and his departure was a poignant moment for the tennis world. Federer’s retirement was due to a long-standing knee injury troubling him for around three years. He decided to stop playing tennis and released a statement before the 2022 Laver Cup, confirming that it would be his final tournament. He cited the limitations of his body as the main reason for his retirement.
