The Roger Federer Effect reveals how Roger Federer transcended tennis to become one of the most revered sports stars in the world. Friends, rivals, fans, celebrities and artists explain how the winner of 20 Grand Slam titles - including eight Wimbledon crowns - has touched their lives and in some cases, changed them altogether.
A collection of 16 thematically arranged pieces presenting the author's 20-year-long observations, interviews on and insights into the life, career and professional achievements of Swiss-born tennis player Roger Federer.
„Years of Glory“ is the first book about the golden era of Swiss tennis. It portrays the successes of the small nation in the global sport of tennis through stories, interviews, essays, caricatures, statistics and photos. Swiss Journalists Simon Graf und Marco Keller, who have attended many major tournaments all over the world, give a poignant portrayal of the people behind the victories, and reveal many unpublished tales and anecdotes. In an exclusive interview, Roger Federer shares how he made it from talent to record winner. And Martina Hingis talks openly about her relationship with her mother and coach. “Years of glory” dramatizes vividly: As numerous as the Swiss successes were – all protagonists followed their very own path.