Roger Federer

Professional Tennis Player Swiss Born 1981 (age 45)

20-time Grand Slam winner; epitomized grace and technical excellence in tennis.

391 quotes

"Kindness to opponents and respect for the game go hand in hand."
Kindness
"Dreams are what drive us, but hard work makes them reality."
Dreams
"Humor helps you get through the tough moments in competition."
Humor
"Beauty in tennis is found in the elegance of movement and precision."
Beauty
"Death is inevitable, so live every moment on the court with purpose."
Death
"Gratitude for the opportunity to play this game is something I never take for granted."
Gratitude
"Creativity in your game keeps you fresh and your opponents guessing."
Creativity
"Justice on the court comes from fair play and respect for the rules."
Justice
"Friendship formed through sport is often the strongest bond."
Friendship
"The greatest lesson I've learned is that nothing is guaranteed in life or tennis."
Wisdom
"I've always tried to be a positive influence on young players coming up."
Leadership
"I don't have regrets. I have learned from my mistakes. Every loss teaches you something valuable."
Wisdom
"The mark of a great player is in his ability to come back. In pressure situations, that's what separates the good from the great."
Courage
"I think the key is to play with freedom and not put too much pressure on yourself."
Happiness
"Sometimes it's just not your day. You have to accept it and move forward."
"I've always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come."
Work
"Tennis has given me so much in life. I'm forever grateful for this beautiful game."
Gratitude
"You don't think about winning Wimbledon as a kid. You think about playing on the grass court at Wimbledon."
Dreams
"My wife is my greatest support. She keeps me grounded and focused on what really matters."
Family
"I think it's important to enjoy the moment and not always look ahead."
Time
"The pressure is a privilege. When you're at the top, everyone wants to beat you."
Success
"I've learned that patience is essential in tennis and in life."
Patience
"You have to be willing to compete and fight for every point."
Perseverance
"My children inspire me to be a better person every single day."
Inspiration
"In tennis, there are no shortcuts to success. You must earn it."
Work
"I believe in staying humble no matter how successful you become."
Wisdom
"The most beautiful thing about tennis is its simplicity and complexity at the same time."
Art
"I've always tried to be a good role model, especially for young players."
Leadership
"Fear is natural, but you can't let it control your decisions."
Fear
"I think it's important to give back to the sport that has given you so much."
Kindness