no longer a Professional tennis player
Switzerland
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2024 was another impactful year for the @rogerfedererfdn. We rolled out our Data Capturing and Information System, helping us better track each child’s progress in the School Readiness Initiative. This innovation is shaping how we support early learners across Southern Africa.
Our Bridge to School initiative continued to grow, distributing activity and toy-making booklets that empower parents to play an active role in their children’s preschool education. We also integrated our approach into pre-service teacher training in Zimbabwe and Lesotho, equipping new educators with the tools to support young learners from day one.
Vamos, @RafaelNadal!
As you get ready to graduate from tennis, I’ve got a few things to share before I maybe get emotional.
Let’s start with the obvious: you beat me—a lot. More than I managed to beat you. You challenged me in ways no one else could. On clay, it felt like I was stepping into your backyard, and you made me work harder than I ever thought I could just to hold my ground. You made me reimagine my game—even going so far as to change the size of my racquet head, hoping for any edge.
I’m not a very superstitious person, but you took it to the next level. Your whole process. All those rituals. Assembling your water bottles like toy soldiers in formation, fixing your hair, adjusting your underwear... All of it with the highest intensity. Secretly, I kind of loved the whole thing. Because it was so unique—it was so you.
And you know what, Rafa, you made me enjoy the game even more.
OK, maybe not at first. After the 2004 Australian Open, I achieved the #1 ranking for the first time. I thought I was on top of the world. And I was—until two months later, when you walked on the court in Miami in your red sleeveless shirt, showing off those biceps, and you beat me convincingly. All that buzz I’d been hearing about you—about this amazing young player from Mallorca, a generational talent, probably going to win a major someday—it wasn’t just hype.
We were both at the start of our journey and it’s one we ended up taking together. Twenty years later, Rafa, I have to say: What an incredible run you’ve had. Including 14 French Opens—historic! You made Spain proud... you made the whole tennis world proud.
I keep thinking about the memories we’ve shared. Promoting the sport together. Playing that match on half-grass, half-clay. Breaking the all-time attendance record by playing in front of more than 50,000 fans in Cape Town, South Africa. Always cracking each other up. Wearing each other out on the court and then, sometimes, almost literally having to hold each other up during trophy ceremonies.
I’m still grateful you invited me to Mallorca to help launch the Rafa Nadal Academy in 2016. Actually, I kind of invited myself. I knew you were too polite to insist on me being there, but I didn’t want to miss it. You have always been a role model for kids around the world, and Mirka and I are so glad that our children have all trained at your academies. They had a blast and learned so much—like thousands of other young players. Although I always worried my kids would come home playing tennis as lefties.
And then there was London—the Laver Cup in 2022. My final match. It meant everything to me that you were there by my side—not as my rival but as my doubles partner. Sharing the court with you that night, and sharing those tears, will forever be one of the most special moments of my career.
Rafa, I know you’re focused on the last stretch of your epic career. We will talk when it’s done. For now, I just want to congratulate your family and team, who all played a massive role in your success. And I want you to know that your old friend is always cheering for you, and will be cheering just as loud for everything you do next.
Rafa that!
Best always, your fan,
Roger
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The past and present of @RogerFederer on Tower Bridge.
𝐅𝐄𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐑: 𝐓𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬, available on Prime Video from Thursday 📺
Welcome to the @on_running family
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Rolex has supported me throughout my career. I’m so thankful for their partnership on this film.
@ROLEX @PrimeVideo
We are proud and excited about the launch of the documentary ‘Federer: Twelve Final Days’ premiering on 20 June on @PrimeVideo. The programme goes behind the scenes during the final days of our Testimonee @rogerfederer’s illustrious tennis playing career. #RolexFamily #Perpetual
So glad to be back in TopSpin after all these years 🔥🔥
“Being in a tennis game, of course, it’s in my roots.”
Watch motion capture help bring authenticity to @RogerFederer’s triumphant return to #TopSpin2K25
Thank you @dartmouth for the invitation and incredible honor to deliver the commencement speech to the 2024 graduating class 🌲#Dartmouth24s
2023 was an eventful year for @rogerfedererfdn! The highlight was my family’s visit to Lesotho. Over the year, 115 new preschool classes were created and the private sector raised $3.5 million for early education. See below for more on the entire School Readiness Initiative⬇️
🎉Today is the @rogerfedererfdn’s 20th anniversary! A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past two decades. We wouldn’t have been able to impact the lives of so many children without you. 🙌
Inspirational win @CocoGauff 🎉,
Been watching your 🎾 and following you for years. It’s great to see so much hard work and passion being rewarded.
You shine brighter than ever🌟
#TEAM8
🔜📍Vancouver @LaverCup
Roger Federer will take center court in Vancouver for a special Q&A during the evening session on Friday, September 22, honoring the anniversary of his last competitive match.
Plus, 2 lucky fans at each session will have the opportunity to meet Federer. bit.ly/3EgdMIB
We had a fun day in NYC as we unveiled my latest collaboration with JW Anderson x Uniqlo and launched the first 'Around the World with Roger Federer' event series. It was so nice to interact with all who came, especially with some inspiring kids on a tennis court that was beautifully designed by Kaws. 😁🌆🎾👌🏼
