Roger Federer receives a standing ovation after being bestowed with the prestigious Swiss Honorary Sports Award
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The former World No 1 Roger Federer is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. His journey from a ball boy at the Swiss Indoors to one of the best tennis players is a true example of hard work and has left people inspired by his grace and calm demeanor. He added another feat to his cap as he was given the Swiss Honory Sports Award.
He retired with 103 ATP titles, the second most in the history of tennis, including 20 Grand Slam titles in his career of 24 years. He played his last match alongside his arch rival Rafael Nadal in the doubles category at the Laver Cup. Moreover, his farewell night remains one of the saddest days in the history of tennis.
The 41-year-old was given the prestigious award in Zurich for his exemplary on-court contribution to the Swiss sports over the years as he was successful in putting his country’s name in the world map. As he walked on to the stage to receive the honor, Roger Federer received a standing ovation. He was spotted wearing an all-black tuxedo suit with a black tie and looked dapper when he received the award.
The retired legend is the sixth person to win the prestigious award after 13 years as he joins the list of other influential Swiss names. It was his first appearance in his country after his retirement since he had denied to appear at the Swiss Basel tournament. He had stated that that he isn’t prepared for another emotional night after Laver Cup.
Roger Federer hilarously recalled how he was denied entry at Wimbledon
He has won 1,250 singles matches over his career and was the World No 1 for a record 237 consecutive weeks. His sudden retirement was a shocker for many since he hadn’t been playing since Wimbledon 2021. He had undergone his third knee surgery after Wimbledon and his recovery didnot go as per plan that delayed his comeback. Roger Federer is the highest paid tennis player in 2022 with $90.7 million earnings despite not playing a single match on the ATP tour. Overall, he is ranked 7th on the list of the Top-50 highest-paid athletes.
During a recent interview at a talk show, he hilarously narrated how he was recently denied entry into the All-England Club at Wimbledon by security. He stated that he didnot carry his membership and the security denied his entry and was quick to admit that he didn’t know about membership cards. He was even a part of the 100th anniversary celebration event of the Centre Court along with along champions.
His numerous accolades and achievements need no introduction with a lot of collaborations with leading brands. Roger Federer’s specially designed Mercedes-Benz car was auctioned for a hefty six-digit price by Sotheby’s. The auctioned money would be utilized in renovating public tennis courts. The car was designed in neon color which was inspired from the tennis ball and also carried the initials of the former World No 1.
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