Tennis fans have debated this for years: Who's the greatest player of all-time, and where does Roger Federer fit on that short list? But to “The Great One”, Wayne Gretzky, there's no discussion. In an interview with the Canadian sports channel Sportsnet at the Coupe Rogers in Montreal, Gretzky said he considers Federer not only the greatest tennis player ever but also among the top four athletes of all-time. “He deserves to be up there with guys like Michael Jordan, Muhammad Ali, Pele. He's a special man. He's got charisma, he's got style, he's got class. He's a winner. He loves his sport. He's got a passion for the game. He's a little bit like how Gordie Howe was. He's...
Watch Hot Shot as Roger Federer keeps Peter Polansky behind the baseline before coming in for a delicate half volley winner on Wednesday at the Coupe Rogers. Watch live tennis at tennistv.com
How many cakes did you receive on your last birthday? One? Maybe two? When you're Roger Federer, birthday parties never end. Federer admitted he received five cakes prior to taking in a Coldplay concert at Montreal's Bell Centre, where lead singer Chris Martin gave him a birthday shout out. The Swiss superstar reflected on a memorable 36th birthday after securing his place in the Coupe Rogers third round on Wednesday afternoon with a 6-2, 6-1 win over Peter Polansky. “The thing is that they are big cakes, and you have to eat them during the week,” said Federer, smiling. “It's good I'm doing some sport this week. “It was quite a calm day yesterday. I spent my day with my...
As most occasions have been this year for Roger Federer, this birthday must also feel a little sweeter. The Swiss great turns 36 today, 8 August 2017, and some say his game has never been better. He enters the Coupe Rogers in Montreal with a tour-leading 31-2 record and has won five tour-level titles this season, including two Grand Slam crowns – Australian Open and Wimbledon – and two ATP World Tour Masters 1000 titles – BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells and the Miami Open presented by Itau. Federer also captured the Gerry Weber Open in Halle. [ALSO LIKE] His year could get even better as well. During the North American hard-court swing, Federer will be battling for No....
Roger Federer celebrates his 36th birthday Tuesday during the Coupe Rogers in Montreal. Here are 36 reasons why the Swiss remains one of the most beloved players in tennis history.