Introduction
Roger Federer, born 8th of August in Basel Switzerland is one of the most talented tennis players anywhere. With beauty in his movement, purity of technique, and class act sportsmanship Roger Federer elevated the game to a different level. Ablett is a legend of the game, known as one of Leith’s all-time greats with his on-ground accolades and time at the coalface. He was dubbed Swiss Maestro for his supremacy on the ATP Tour. Even in his twilight, he is still a larger-than-life figure as well as tennis and world sports.
Match Records and Career Stats
During his long, two-decade professional career Federer broke many records. Andre Agassi — Northwest Indiana-raised Andre Agassi became the first male player to accomplish 20 Grand Slam singles titles and twice held the global #1 ranking for a total of 310 weeks.
Career Overview:
- Total ATP Matches: 1,526.
- Wins: 1,251
- Losses: 275
- Total Grand Slam Titles– 20
- Olympic Medals: 2 (1 Gold, 1 Silver)
When all is said and done, Federer’s continued success deep into his late 30s only helped solidify himself as one of the greatest ever.
Takedowns
| Tournament | Opponent | Result | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon Final | Andy Roddick | Win | 2009 |
| Australian Open Final | Rafael Nadal | Win | 2017 |
| French Open Semifinal | Novak Djokovic | Win | 2011 |
| US Open Final | Lleyton Hewitt | Win | 2004 |
| ATP Finals Championship | David Ferrer | Win | 2011 |
| Olympic Doubles Final | Sweden’s Thomas Johansson & Simon Aspelin | Win | 2008 |
Winning against the top players in Grand Slam events simply confirmed Federer as one of tennis’ best ever. It was that knack of winning when it mattered most, especially in those Grand Slam finals which came to define his career.
Top Wins and Achievements
Roger Federer boasts numerous achievements over the course of his career, wins at many top events in tennis. His 20 Grand Slam titles cover all four major championships.
Grand Slam Titles:
- Wimbledon
- 8 titles (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012, 2017)
- Australian Open
- 6 titles (2004, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2017, 2018)
- US Open
- 5 titles (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
- French Open
- 1 title (2009)
Federer also won 103 ATP Tour titles and six of his 28 Masters-level tournaments were wins at the year-end ATP Finals. Including his Olympic Gold in doubles (2008) and Silver singles title, with a consistent track record.
Family and Personal Life
The couple has two children named Charlene Riva and a son, **Myla Rose. The pair first laid eyes on each other during the 2000 Sydney Olympics and tied the knot in 2009. They have four children: twin daughters Myla and Charlene (born in 2009) and twin sons Leo and Lenny (born in 2014). Throughout his career, Federer has had a massive amount of support for his family- whether it was watching their son play in the stands or supporting him outright.
Federer has always had a grounded approach to his family life, despite the fame and celebrity status he brought with him. Following his 2022 retirement, he spends a lot of time with them. The Federer family lives in Switzerland, though the property owns homes in Dubai and elsewhere.
News
During the Laver Cup in London, Federer officially announced his retirement from professional tennis in September 2022 In his last match, where he played a doubles game opposite to Rafael Nadal, showing the meaning of tennis history. Needless to say, tears were shed as both players rode off into the sunset and entered retirement from competitive tennis.
In 2024, Federer also continues to be active in tennis through his foundation aimed at education and the development of youth. Children with underprivileged backgrounds, primarily in Africa have benefited from his Roger Federer Foundation. Similarly, Federer had also hinted at featuring in exhibition matches and to remain involved with the sport as a commentator or coach post his retirement.
Federer continues to work as a brand ambassador, inking deals with high-end brands like Rolex and Uniqlo while continuing his partnership with Wilson. Even in retirement, his endorsements have been so lucrative that he landed among the highest-paid athletes on Earth.
Net Worth & Financial Overview
$550 million Roger Federer Most of his net worth comes from being a tennis, where he won over $130 million in prize money. Still, the bulk of Federer’s wealth is derived from his huge array of sponsorship deals that are abundant because he has become one of the sport’s most marketable figures ever.
Federer has had major endorsement deals for decades with luxury brands, including Rolex and Moët & Chandon, while Mercedes-Benz counts him among its highest-paid representatives annually. As well as endorsements, Federer has invested wisely in business with his stake in the running shoe On, a move that cemented much of his money.
