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Regarded by many as the greatest tennis player in the history of the sport, this authoritative biography charts the success of Roger Federer, drawing from exclusive interviews with Federer and his family as well as the author's extensive experience covering the international tennis circuit. Comprehensive and compelling, this account provides an informed overview of the Swiss tennis star, from his start as a temperamental player on the junior circuit to his triumphs at the U.S. Open and Wimbledon. With entertaining anecdotes, updates on Federer's record-breaking career, and an insider's view of the professional tennis world, this inspiring biography is a definitive portrait of one champion's rise to the top of his game.
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"To me, Roger Federer is the right model for anyone aspiring to be a tennis player. It is such a pleasure to just watch him play. His shotmaking has got better and I doubt there is any shot he cannot make in any part of the court...All records will tumble when it comes to Roger. He is such a complete player that I do not see anyone getting better than him for a long time from now."---Bjorn Borg"Roger's got too many shots, too much talent in one body. It's hardly fair that one person can do all this."---Rod Laver"He's the most gifted player that l've ever seen in my life. He's probably the greatest player that ever lived."---John McEnroe"Well, I think when I look at Roger, I mean, I'm a fan. I'm a fan of how he plays, what he's about...he's a class guy on and off the court."---Pete Sampras"I'd like to be in his shoes for one day to know what it feels like to play that way."---Mats Wilander
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