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In 2009, federer ended that debate by completing his collection of career grand slams and overtaking pete sampras alltime record of 14 major titles. Chris bowers had covered federers career up to wimbledon 2007 in his first book. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Roger federer is a legend not only in the world of tennis but also in the wider sporting arena. Federer the biography of roger federer download ebook. Aug 30, 2018 turn on notifications to never miss an upload. Aug 27, 20 andy roddick discusses his oneonone interview with roger federer and reveals if he thinks federer is the best player ever. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Regarded by many as the greatest tennis player in the history of the sport, this authoritative biography is based on many exclusive interviews with federer and his family as well as the authors experience covering the international tennis circuit for many years. Three reasons why federer is great but not the greatest. He has appeared in the 8man yearend tournament 14 consecutive times and total 17 times, and is the only player to achieve both these feats in the open era. I was hoping that this book would focus more on federer s career and the events after wimbledon 2007. The book gives us details into his financial and media life.
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