'Mirka has suffered with me': Roger Federer reveals his wife played a crucial role in teaching him discipline
Roger Federer has been dominating the headlines lately, but this time it's not for his unparalleled tennis skills. Instead, it's his inspirational speech to students at Dartmouth College, where he received an honorary degree, that's capturing everyone's attention. And just when the buzz was starting to settle, Federer¡¯s recent interview revealing the profound impact his wife, Mirka Federer, has had on his illustrious career has gone viral, sparki...Read More
Roger Federer has been dominating the headlines lately, but this time it's not for his unparalleled tennis skills. Instead, it's his inspirational speech to students at Dartmouth College, where he received an honorary degree, that's capturing everyone's attention. And just when the buzz was starting to settle, Federer¡¯s recent interview revealing the profound impact his wife, Mirka Federer, has had on his illustrious career caught people's interest
Roger Federer/ AP
Before Roger Federer became a tennis legend, he was a 'player' in more ways than one.
In a heartfelt interview with El Pais, Federer credits his wife, Mirka, for instilling the discipline that transformed his career. "I was more the player," Federer confessed.
Mirka, a former tennis player who represented Switzerland in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, met Federer there. Nine years later, they married in a secret ceremony and now have four children¡ªtwo sets of twins, two boys and two girls.
Roger and Mirka, with their first set of twins/ The Telegraph
Reflecting on their journey, Federer shared, "We met at the Sydney Games, when I hadn't won a title yet, so she has been with me almost every step of the way. She has helped me a lot during difficult times and she has played a very important role in keeping me motivated. She also taught me what discipline is, because she is incredibly disciplined; I was more the player, the artist, if you will, and I needed guidance in that aspect."
"She worked very hard in the second part of my career with the children, making everything work as we traveled around the circuit. The logistics were crazy, and she has been incredible in this regard. She knows it, and that's why I'm so glad she's in the movie too," Federer adds.
Roger Federer with his wife Mirka Federer/ Cosmopolitan
The upcoming Amazon Prime series, Federer: Twelve Final Days, set to release later this month, will showcase the final chapter of Federer's career before his farewell match at the 2022 Laver Cup. Federer expressed his gratitude for Mirka's support, especially in managing their family and the demanding logistics of the tennis circuit.
In the series, Federer reveals that viewers will finally understand how much Mirka has endured beside him throughout his career. They will get to know the woman who has always stayed away from the limelight, supporting him tirelessly behind the scenes.
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