Roger Federer discusses his retirement from tennis, reflecting on his past and focusing on hard work. He considers tennis roles, shares sports fan anecdotes, and hopes to attend Wimbledon again.
In the BBC Breakfast interview, Roger Federer discusses his life after retirement from tennis. The legendary player, who won 20 grand slam singles titles and eight Wimbledon trophies, reflects on his past and feels distant from his career, forgetting records and accomplishments.
Federer emphasizes the importance of grit and hard work behind his elegance and grace. He’s considering roles in tennis, such as commentary or mentoring, but is uncertain about potential criticism. Federer also shares an anecdote about his sons wearing Arsenal soccer shirts instead of his preferred FC Basel jerseys.
As a sports fan, Federer expresses his excitement about watching various events, including the Euros, Wimbledon, and the Olympics, and imagines himself at home, watching sports for extended periods with a bag of crisps. He expresses his hope to attend Wimbledon again and shares his thoughts on Andy Murray’s retirement