Tennis Superstar, Roger Federer?s Gift to Tennis
Roger Federer has changed the game of tennis, and it's safe to say that quite a few people are not happy about it.
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Image: Roger Federer
While the discussion over who deserves to be called the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) in men’s tennis will undoubtedly linger on for some time, there’s little doubt that Roger Federer is a “genius” and the “best player,” according to the 23-time major champion, Serena Williams. It seems Williams is Federer’s top fan and voted him as king above rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
Let’s look at why everyone loves Federer. Is it just the squash shot or a combination of factors"
The Iconic Squash Shot
For years it was all about the serve-and-volley, nothing else. The points were shorter, and the shots were lower. That was all until the GOAT Roger Federer came along.
Professional players have been able to generate a faster pace and spin from more extreme positions thanks to the evolution of the racket. The modern-day string and racket technology may seem normal to most modern-day players, but things were different back in the day.
Throughout his 23-year professional career, Roger Federer (39) has pushed tennis boundaries. Best known for his squash shot, Federer is not one to back down from a challenge.
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The post Tennis Superstar, Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis appeared first on LUXUO.
Image: Roger Federer
While the discussion over who deserves to be called the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) in men’s tennis will undoubtedly linger on for some time, there’s little doubt that Roger Federer is a “genius” and the “best player,” according to the 23-time major champion, Serena Williams. It seems Williams is Federer’s top fan and voted him as king above rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
Let’s look at why everyone loves Federer. Is it just the squash shot or a combination of factors"
The Iconic Squash Shot
For years it was all about the serve-and-volley, nothing else. The points were shorter, and the shots were lower. That was all until the GOAT Roger Federer came along.
Professional players have been able to generate a faster pace and spin from more extreme positions thanks to the evolution of the racket. The modern-day string and racket technology may seem normal to most modern-day players, but things were different back in the day.
Throughout his 23-year professional career, Roger Federer (39) has pushed tennis boundaries. Best known for his squash shot, Federer is not one to back down from a challenge.
READ MORE: SK-II, Tokyo 2020 Olympics team up on a Special-editio...
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