Fedex, RF, Roger, Federer..that's how people call this champ! There have always been an argument if Federer is the GOAT(Greatest of all time)! Many say yes and some say no!
To be precise, it is extremely difficult, infact impossible to compare legends of different generations. A certain Borg might have his own followers and also certain Rod Laver, Sampras, or even Rafa. Everyone have their own set of legendary achievements which gave them cult status. Grand slams, masters, WTFs, World No:1 weeks, Olympic medal, Davis Cup, etc. However, what separates Federer from rest of the legends is his amazing consistency! He has played 61 consecutive slams which is astonishing 15 years!! He reached 10 consecutive slam finals..23(almost 6 years) consecutive semifinals..and 36(9 years) consecutive quarter finals in slams!! He ruled the court for record 302 weeks (almost 6 years)!
Another astonishing stat which sets him apart is he has won ATP fans favorite award for record 12 consecutive years. He also won Stefan Edberg sportsmanship award, voted by his peers for record 11 years(Nadal won in 2010)! This proves his popularity among his peers as well as global fans.
He is 33, and is still Number:2 in the world!! In an era of players with super fitness, Federer is a player who relies on his silken movement. That has kept him away from injuries. I dont know is he is the all time best, but yes for many ..including me..Federer is the perfect role model and an amazing champion
To be precise, it is extremely difficult, infact impossible to compare legends of different generations. A certain Borg might have his own followers and also certain Rod Laver, Sampras, or even Rafa. Everyone have their own set of legendary achievements which gave them cult status. Grand slams, masters, WTFs, World No:1 weeks, Olympic medal, Davis Cup, etc. However, what separates Federer from rest of the legends is his amazing consistency! He has played 61 consecutive slams which is astonishing 15 years!! He reached 10 consecutive slam finals..23(almost 6 years) consecutive semifinals..and 36(9 years) consecutive quarter finals in slams!! He ruled the court for record 302 weeks (almost 6 years)!
Another astonishing stat which sets him apart is he has won ATP fans favorite award for record 12 consecutive years. He also won Stefan Edberg sportsmanship award, voted by his peers for record 11 years(Nadal won in 2010)! This proves his popularity among his peers as well as global fans.
He is 33, and is still Number:2 in the world!! In an era of players with super fitness, Federer is a player who relies on his silken movement. That has kept him away from injuries. I dont know is he is the all time best, but yes for many ..including me..Federer is the perfect role model and an amazing champion
