Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
“Fame was never the goal. My goal was to spend my life doing something I love with the people I love.”
Watch 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer deliver his emotional induction speech at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. Looking back on his journey from a 13-year-old ball boy in Basel to tennis legend, Roger expresses deep gratitude to his family, coaches, rivals, and the global tennis community.
From recounting humorous stats like wearing over 5,000 headbands to paying tribute to his family, Federer delivers a timeless love letter to the sport of tennis.
“Fame was never the goal. My goal was to spend my life doing something I love with the people I love.”
Watch 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer deliver his emotional induction speech at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. Looking back on his journey from a 13-year-old ball boy in Basel to tennis legend, Roger expresses deep gratitude to his family, coaches, rivals, and the global tennis community.
From recounting humorous stats like wearing over 5,000 headbands to paying tribute to his family, Federer delivers a timeless love letter to the sport of tennis.
