« A man who wins is a man who thinks he can win » — Roger Federer. Assouline took up the challenge of tracing the tennis player’s journey in a visual biography and succeeded. The biography goes in depth on his sporting achievements and intimate moments. In this book, written over more than two years with Roger Federer and his wife Mirka, readers will discover his career’s key moments, his personal triumphs, and testimonies from his close friends and rivals. With more than 500 exclusive photographs, this book is a tribute to a worldwide tennis legend.
The King’s Choice
Doris Henkel, a renowned sports journalist, followed Federer’s career closely. She covered his 30 Grand Slam finals among many other important tournaments which gives her a unique perspective on the tennis legend’s career and personality. Roger Federer, often considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time, made history in the sport with his grace on the court and his extraordinary personality. With 20 Grand Slam titles, 310 weeks as the top player in the world, and victories at the Olympic Games as well as the Davis Cup with the Swiss team, Federer redefined excellence in tennis, hence his nickname « the King. »
Assouline’s biography immerses readers into the intimate world of the global icon, offering a rare glimpse into his private life and relationships, especially matters of the heart, with his wife Mirka and their four children. More than a King, the player is portrayed as the King of hearts, always connected to his Swiss roots and committed to humanitarian causes through the Roger Federer Foundation, which has raised 90 million dollars for education in Switzerland and southern Africa.
The book has sixteen chapters. Each one is dedicated to a facet of his career and personal life. From his greatest victories at Wimbledon to international tournaments, including his collaborations with celebrities such as Rafael Nadal, Trevor Noah, Bill Gates, and Anna Wintour, this biography speaks from the heart.
In parallel, stories illustrate his modesty and hard work, values that were at the center of his career with exclusive images from the Federer couple’s personal collections. The book is available in two editions: a Classic and an Ultimate edition, limited to 200 copies, signed by Federer himself. All proceeds from book sales will be donated to his foundation.
The biography is worth its weight in gold. Highlighting Federer’s sporting legacy and values, discover what goes on behind the camera, a player who has become a true global icon with a single backhand. As Anna Wintour said, « there will only ever be one Roger Federer ».
