Roger Federer is a Swiss professional tennis player who has achieved unparalleled success in the sport, currently holding the rank of world No. 2 in men's singles tennis according to the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
Throughout his illustrious career, Federer has accumulated an impressive 20 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in history for a male player, and has held the top spot in the ATP rankings for a record-breaking total of 310 weeks, including a remarkable 237 consecutive weeks.
Since turning professional in 1998, Federer has consistently remained in the top ten, a testament to his enduring skill and dedication. His remarkable run of form has seen him re-enter the top ten following his victory at the 2017 Australian Open.
Federer is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all-time, with an impressive array of accolades to his name. He has won a record eight Wimbledon titles, a joint-record six Australian Open titles, a record five consecutive US Open titles, and one French Open title.
Federer is one of only eight men to have achieved a career Grand Slam, and has reached a record 30 men's singles Grand Slam finals, including an impressive 10 consecutive finals from the 2005 Wimbledon Championships to the 2007 US Open.
In addition to his impressive Grand Slam record, Federer has also won a record six ATP Finals, 27 ATP World Tour Masters 1000 titles, and a record 20 ATP World Tour 500 titles.
Federer's all-court game and versatile style of play are characterized by exceptional footwork and shot-making, making him an effective player both as a base-liner and a volleyer. His effortless and efficient movement on the court has earned him a reputation as one of the most popular players among fans.
Throughout his career, Federer has received numerous awards and accolades, including the tour Sportsmanship Award thirteen times and the ATP Player of the Year and ITF World Champion five times. He has also won the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award a record five times, including four consecutive awards from 2005 to 2008.
Federer is the only individual to have won the BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year award four times, a testament to his enduring impact on the world of tennis.
