Roger Federer

HOBBIES

"Roger Federer's", nickname is "Rog. Roger Federer has a winning streak of 33 matches, which includes 24 consecutive wins. He is only living Swiss on whom a postage stamp has been issued with a Wimbledon trophy in April 2007. Apart from tennis, Federer is also keenly interested in soccer and WWF. Roger Federer has launched a fragrance called RF Cosmetics in October 2003. He likes to vacation in the Swiss mountains, Maldives and Dubai. He likes listening to music

SOCIAL COMMITMENTS

The Roger Federer Foundation was co-established by him in December 2003. This foundation helps in funding projects for disadvantaged children in South Africa.. In April 2006, Federer was appointed Goodwill Ambassador to UNICEF that helps poor children from all parts of the world.

ENDORSEMENTS

Roger Federer uses a Wilson K Factor KSix-One Tour 90 Racquet. It is very heavy and it has a small hitting surface. His racquets are stringed at a relatively loose tension thereby allowing him to return the ball with a higher velocity and with less effort. Federer uses Nike apparel and footwear .Roger Federer has signed a lifetime contract with Wilson racquets

AWARDS

Roger Federer has won many awards during his career the most recent one being the Laureus World Sportsman Award 2007 for the third consecutive year.

COACH

Tony Roche, a former Australian Tennis champion has been Roger Federer's coach from 2005 onwards.