Roger Federer heads to the Tennis Hall of Fame and says he ‘had the best time’ during his career
NEW YORK (AP) — Roger Federer loved to win, of course, and at the peak of his career almost always did. All those victories and trophies he piled up alone would have made Federer…
Roger Federer, a Swiss tennis player, expressed his delight at being inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. The 45-year-old, who began his career at 17, reflected on his extensive career and career-defining moments. Despite Federer's numerous victories and trophies, he emphasized that his legacy extends beyond the court.
"I think when you retire, I think I said it before, that there was a lot of talk also about maybe my personality and what I brought to the game overall when I wasn't on court," Federer said. "I thought it was about, in the moment, forehands and backhands and saving break points and victories and all that stuff." However, Federer realized that his behavior and interactions in the locker rooms, with media, and with tournament directors played a significant role in shaping his legacy.
Federer, who will be inducted alongside Mary Carillo, a broadcaster and former player, expressed his excitement about his first trip to Newport. Despite the numerous cities he has visited for tennis tournaments, including New York, London, Paris, Cape Town, South Africa, and Mexico City, he noted that Newport would be a new experience for him.
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