Roger federer

As the gushing, bewildered messages of congratulations flow in following Novak Djokovic’s historic French Open triumph, there is one message that hasn’t come. The 36-year-old Serb brushed off an early wobble to defeat Casper Ruud of Norway 7-6 (7/1) 6-3 7-5 and snap the tie of 22 Slams he shared with career-long rival Rafael Nadal. Nadal was quick to acknowledge the moment. Federer was not. Stream Over 50 Sports Live & On-Demand with Kayo. New to Kayo? “Many congrats on this amazing achievement Novak,” Nadal tweeted. “23 is a number that just a few years back was impossible to think about, and you made it! Enjoy it with your family and team!” It has only been a matter of hours since Djokovic was crowned king of the Roland Garros clay, but Federer’s silence has been noted among tennis fans. It remains very likely of course that Federer simply hasn’t had time to make a grand gesture of congratulations on social media. The 41-year-old is far from a regular social media user. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Photo: Supplied. However, the eight-time Wimbledon champion has previously been quick to congratulate fellow “Big Three” member Nadal. Federer’s name was trending around the world on Twitter on Monday morning with the debate about men’s tennis’ GOAT raging again. There were some sections that found it impossible to miss Federer’s absence from the conversation. American tennis commentator Ricky Dimon used a “crickets” emoji when noting Federer’s missing public congratulato...

About ROGER FEDERER • Began playing tennis at age 8 • Debuted on the ATP Tour in 1998 as a Wildcard entry in Gstaad • Mother is Lynette; Father is Robert; has one sister, Diana • Idols growing up were Stefan Edberg, Boris Becker and Pete Sampras • Speaks English, German, Swiss German and French • Married wife, Mirka Vavrinec, in 2009 • Has four children -- two sets of twins -- Myla and Charlene born July 23, 2009 and Leo and Lenny born May 6, 2014 • Founded the Roger Federer Foundation in 2003 which has invested over 28.5 million in educational programs in Africa and Switzerland, reaching out to 650,000 children. • • • • Holds the record for most Grand Slam men’s singles Championships with 20 titles and has been in 30 finals • Has won a record 33 ATP World Tour Awards including ATP No. 1 five times from 2004-2007, 2009; won the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian of the Year twice in 2006 and 2013; won the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award 12 times in 2004-2009 and 2011-2016; voted ATPWorldTour.com Fan Favorite for a record 14 consecutive years from 2003 to 2016 • Has spent a record of 302 weeks at No. 1; first reached No. 1 in 2004 after winning the Australian Open by beating Marat Safin in the Finals • At 36 years old, he became the oldest world No. 1 • Tied with Jimmy Connors for the 2nd most years at No. 1; Pete Sampras currently holds the record • Finished 14 straight seasons in the Top 10 of the ATP from 2002-2015 which is the 2nd longest record; Jimmy Connors holds the No. 1 s...

Read more “The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event. I will play more tennis in the future, of course, but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour,” he wrote. Federer has not competed since Wimbledon last year “The past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries. I’ve worked hard to return to full competitive form,” wrote Federer. “But I also know my body’s capacities and limits, and its message to me lately has been clear. I am 41 years old. I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years. For a large period Federer held the men’s record for total grand slam titles, outpacing his idol, Pete Sampras, the previous record holder whose count of 14 was once considered to be almost untouchable. Throughout his career he unlocked other records that stand as a marker of his consistency and excellence, such as reaching 23 consecutive grand slam semi-finals and 36 consecutive quarter-finals. Federer has won 103 ATP singles titles, 28 ATP Masters titles and six ATP Finals. Of his 1,526 matches on the ATP tour, he compiled a 1251-275 (82%) singles record. Roger Federer at Wimbledon in 2021, the last time he competed. Photograph: The Guardian In 2003, Federer won his first grand slam title at the age of 21 at Wimbledon and within 14 months he had established his dominance. Between 2004 and 2007, at the height of his powers, he compiled a 247-15 (94%) record and methodically redefined what greatness in the men’s game looked ...

Novak Djokovic made the most of his experience to outclass world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz Garfia in the first semi-final of the ongoing French Open. The two-time French Open champion, who is chasing a record 23rd men's Grand Slam title and third Roland Garros crown, defeated an ailing Alcaraz 6-2, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 to become the oldest men's finalist in Paris since Bill Tilden in 1930. After making it a set apiece, Alcaraz barely moved in the third and fourth set due to his physical struggles, allowing Djokovic to breeze past him at Court Philippe Chatrier. During the second set, however, Alcaraz hit the shot of the tournament, leaving everyone inside the arena, including Djokovic in complete awe. The 36-year-old tempted Alcaraz with a drop shot, which the 20-year-old did manage to return. Djokovic would then play a deep shot which led Alcaraz to scramble to the baseline. While everyone thought that the 20-year-old would try to loft the ball over Djokovic, he did the unthinkable by sending the ball toward's his opponent's right with a delicate flick. The crowd was in complete awe and stood up to applaud the youngster while Djokovic and Alcaraz both stood there laughing. In Novak voice: NOT TOO BAD His shot, however, reminded fans of Roger Federer's winner against David Nalbandian in the 2006 French Open semifinal. I've seen Roger has done it in 2006 Roland-Garros SF. They reacted the same. FEDERER a Nalbandian en SF ALCARAZ a Djokovic en SF 17 anos después se repite la historia con...

About ROGER FEDERER • Began playing tennis at age 8 • Debuted on the ATP Tour in 1998 as a Wildcard entry in Gstaad • Mother is Lynette; Father is Robert; has one sister, Diana • Idols growing up were Stefan Edberg, Boris Becker and Pete Sampras • Speaks English, German, Swiss German and French • Married wife, Mirka Vavrinec, in 2009 • Has four children -- two sets of twins -- Myla and Charlene born July 23, 2009 and Leo and Lenny born May 6, 2014 • Founded the Roger Federer Foundation in 2003 which has invested over 28.5 million in educational programs in Africa and Switzerland, reaching out to 650,000 children. • • • • Holds the record for most Grand Slam men’s singles Championships with 20 titles and has been in 30 finals • Has won a record 33 ATP World Tour Awards including ATP No. 1 five times from 2004-2007, 2009; won the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian of the Year twice in 2006 and 2013; won the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award 12 times in 2004-2009 and 2011-2016; voted ATPWorldTour.com Fan Favorite for a record 14 consecutive years from 2003 to 2016 • Has spent a record of 302 weeks at No. 1; first reached No. 1 in 2004 after winning the Australian Open by beating Marat Safin in the Finals • At 36 years old, he became the oldest world No. 1 • Tied with Jimmy Connors for the 2nd most years at No. 1; Pete Sampras currently holds the record • Finished 14 straight seasons in the Top 10 of the ATP from 2002-2015 which is the 2nd longest record; Jimmy Connors holds the No. 1 s...

Read more “The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event. I will play more tennis in the future, of course, but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour,” he wrote. Federer has not competed since Wimbledon last year “The past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries. I’ve worked hard to return to full competitive form,” wrote Federer. “But I also know my body’s capacities and limits, and its message to me lately has been clear. I am 41 years old. I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years. For a large period Federer held the men’s record for total grand slam titles, outpacing his idol, Pete Sampras, the previous record holder whose count of 14 was once considered to be almost untouchable. Throughout his career he unlocked other records that stand as a marker of his consistency and excellence, such as reaching 23 consecutive grand slam semi-finals and 36 consecutive quarter-finals. Federer has won 103 ATP singles titles, 28 ATP Masters titles and six ATP Finals. Of his 1,526 matches on the ATP tour, he compiled a 1251-275 (82%) singles record. Roger Federer at Wimbledon in 2021, the last time he competed. Photograph: The Guardian In 2003, Federer won his first grand slam title at the age of 21 at Wimbledon and within 14 months he had established his dominance. Between 2004 and 2007, at the height of his powers, he compiled a 247-15 (94%) record and methodically redefined what greatness in the men’s game looked ...

As the gushing, bewildered messages of congratulations flow in following Novak Djokovic’s historic French Open triumph, there is one message that hasn’t come. The 36-year-old Serb brushed off an early wobble to defeat Casper Ruud of Norway 7-6 (7/1) 6-3 7-5 and snap the tie of 22 Slams he shared with career-long rival Rafael Nadal. Nadal was quick to acknowledge the moment. Federer was not. Stream Over 50 Sports Live & On-Demand with Kayo. New to Kayo? “Many congrats on this amazing achievement Novak,” Nadal tweeted. “23 is a number that just a few years back was impossible to think about, and you made it! Enjoy it with your family and team!” It has only been a matter of hours since Djokovic was crowned king of the Roland Garros clay, but Federer’s silence has been noted among tennis fans. It remains very likely of course that Federer simply hasn’t had time to make a grand gesture of congratulations on social media. The 41-year-old is far from a regular social media user. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Photo: Supplied. However, the eight-time Wimbledon champion has previously been quick to congratulate fellow “Big Three” member Nadal. Federer’s name was trending around the world on Twitter on Monday morning with the debate about men’s tennis’ GOAT raging again. There were some sections that found it impossible to miss Federer’s absence from the conversation. American tennis commentator Ricky Dimon used a “crickets” emoji when noting Federer’s missing public congratulato...

Novak Djokovic made the most of his experience to outclass world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz Garfia in the first semi-final of the ongoing French Open. The two-time French Open champion, who is chasing a record 23rd men's Grand Slam title and third Roland Garros crown, defeated an ailing Alcaraz 6-2, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 to become the oldest men's finalist in Paris since Bill Tilden in 1930. After making it a set apiece, Alcaraz barely moved in the third and fourth set due to his physical struggles, allowing Djokovic to breeze past him at Court Philippe Chatrier. During the second set, however, Alcaraz hit the shot of the tournament, leaving everyone inside the arena, including Djokovic in complete awe. The 36-year-old tempted Alcaraz with a drop shot, which the 20-year-old did manage to return. Djokovic would then play a deep shot which led Alcaraz to scramble to the baseline. While everyone thought that the 20-year-old would try to loft the ball over Djokovic, he did the unthinkable by sending the ball toward's his opponent's right with a delicate flick. The crowd was in complete awe and stood up to applaud the youngster while Djokovic and Alcaraz both stood there laughing. In Novak voice: NOT TOO BAD His shot, however, reminded fans of Roger Federer's winner against David Nalbandian in the 2006 French Open semifinal. I've seen Roger has done it in 2006 Roland-Garros SF. They reacted the same. FEDERER a Nalbandian en SF ALCARAZ a Djokovic en SF 17 anos después se repite la historia con...

About ROGER FEDERER • Began playing tennis at age 8 • Debuted on the ATP Tour in 1998 as a Wildcard entry in Gstaad • Mother is Lynette; Father is Robert; has one sister, Diana • Idols growing up were Stefan Edberg, Boris Becker and Pete Sampras • Speaks English, German, Swiss German and French • Married wife, Mirka Vavrinec, in 2009 • Has four children -- two sets of twins -- Myla and Charlene born July 23, 2009 and Leo and Lenny born May 6, 2014 • Founded the Roger Federer Foundation in 2003 which has invested over 28.5 million in educational programs in Africa and Switzerland, reaching out to 650,000 children. • • • • Holds the record for most Grand Slam men’s singles Championships with 20 titles and has been in 30 finals • Has won a record 33 ATP World Tour Awards including ATP No. 1 five times from 2004-2007, 2009; won the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian of the Year twice in 2006 and 2013; won the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award 12 times in 2004-2009 and 2011-2016; voted ATPWorldTour.com Fan Favorite for a record 14 consecutive years from 2003 to 2016 • Has spent a record of 302 weeks at No. 1; first reached No. 1 in 2004 after winning the Australian Open by beating Marat Safin in the Finals • At 36 years old, he became the oldest world No. 1 • Tied with Jimmy Connors for the 2nd most years at No. 1; Pete Sampras currently holds the record • Finished 14 straight seasons in the Top 10 of the ATP from 2002-2015 which is the 2nd longest record; Jimmy Connors holds the No. 1 s...

Read more “The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event. I will play more tennis in the future, of course, but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour,” he wrote. Federer has not competed since Wimbledon last year “The past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries. I’ve worked hard to return to full competitive form,” wrote Federer. “But I also know my body’s capacities and limits, and its message to me lately has been clear. I am 41 years old. I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years. For a large period Federer held the men’s record for total grand slam titles, outpacing his idol, Pete Sampras, the previous record holder whose count of 14 was once considered to be almost untouchable. Throughout his career he unlocked other records that stand as a marker of his consistency and excellence, such as reaching 23 consecutive grand slam semi-finals and 36 consecutive quarter-finals. Federer has won 103 ATP singles titles, 28 ATP Masters titles and six ATP Finals. Of his 1,526 matches on the ATP tour, he compiled a 1251-275 (82%) singles record. Roger Federer at Wimbledon in 2021, the last time he competed. Photograph: The Guardian In 2003, Federer won his first grand slam title at the age of 21 at Wimbledon and within 14 months he had established his dominance. Between 2004 and 2007, at the height of his powers, he compiled a 247-15 (94%) record and methodically redefined what greatness in the men’s game looked ...