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Roger Federer

The Biography
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Roger Federer by René Stauffer is an insightful biography that delves into the life and career of tennis legend Roger Federer. It explores his humble beginnings in Switzerland, his rise to dominance in the tennis world, and the personal and professional challenges he faced along the way. The book offers a comprehensive look at his achievements, giving readers a deeper understanding of both the athlete and the man behind the racket.
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You might enjoy this fascinating read if you're interested in an in-depth exploration of one of tennis's greatest legends. It offers insight into the life, career, and personal journey of a sports icon, making it ideal for fans of tennis and those inspired by stories of exceptional dedication and success.

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Roger Federer

Ren Stauffer has been closely covering Roger Federer's career for nearly 25 years. In this comprehensive biography, Stauffer talks at length to the man himself, his family, friends, coaches and rivals to paint an unrivalled picture of the greatest male tennis player of all time.

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René Stauffer has been closely covering Roger Federer's career for nearly 25 years. In this comprehensive biography, Stauffer talks at length to the man himself, his family, friends, coaches, and rivals to paint an unrivalled picture of the greatest male tennis player of all time.

From his early life in Basel, Switzerland, where he first picked up a tennis racquet, to the heights of his 20th Grand Slam victory and all points in between, Stauffer reveals the secrets to Federer's success, the hardships and doubts that he has faced, and examines the legacy that Federer has created in the modern game.

Excellent — Simon Briggs, The Telegraph

Among the world's leading authorities on Federer — Mike Dickson, The Mail on Sunday

René Stauffer's comprehensive biography of Roger Federer is full of interesting insights into one of the greatest sportsmen of modern times — Martin Chilton, The Independent

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René Stauffer’s book is praised for being a comprehensive biography that offers intriguing insights into Roger Federer, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most elegant tennis players of his time. The author, seen as an authority on Federer, provides a detailed account of Federer's journey from a Basel ball boy to a Grand Slam legend. The narrative is enriched by Stauffer's extensive knowledge and close observation of Federer’s career and life.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913538910

Publisher: Polaris Publishing Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polaris Publishing Limited

Illustration: 16 Plates, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 454g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Ren Stauffer is the tennis correspondent for Zurich'sTages-AnzeigerandSonntags-Zeitung. A sports writer since 1981, Stauffer worked for the Swiss newspapersBlickandSport, before joiningTages-Anzeigerin 1993. After first writing about Roger Federer in 1996, Stauffer has travelled the world covering the Swiss star. He has covered more than 70 Grand Slams.

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