Philanthropist Roger Federer Dishes Out His ‘Safe Retreat’ Desire as He Wishes to Create a ‘Special Place for Society’

Throughout his years as a professional tennis player, Roger Federer has always been a man for the people. Not only with his heroics on the tennis courts but off it as well, he has won multiple hearts. But beyond the grand slams, the titles, and the records, there lies a another chapter in Federer’s life that is dedicated towards the betterment of the kids and the future of the game.

Reflecting on the same, Roger Federer, in a recent interview with GQ reflected on his visions for the upcoming generation.  The 20-time grand slam winner also sheds on his partnership with Mercedes and how it would help upcoming kids to pursue their dreams.

Roger Federer partners with Mercedes and reveals future plans for kids

In an interview with GQ, tennis legend Roger Federer revealed his vision that made fans adore him even more. Beyond the milestones that he accomplished on the courts, Federer is using his love for the game towards a noble cause – supporting young tennis players and their access to public tennis courts.

Federer announced that he will be partnering up with Mercedes in an initiative to nurture the future of the kids and give them access to proper tennis courts. These courts will provide the kids a chance to get to know more about the game while falling in love with it.

‘The future of “my sport” and our youth is very important to me. I want the children to go out, exercise and have a place where they can forget their problems for a match or two. It’s about creating a safe retreat where you can always meet up with friends. A special place for society,’ said Federer in the interview with GQ.

Federer’s commitment to this cause shows his dedication to the sport’s future and his desire to provide young players with a place where they can forget their problems, if only for a match or two. His partnership with Mercedes reflects a vision of creating a brighter future for aspiring tennis stars, one court renovation at a time.

While the partnership with Mercedes might be an interesting aspect, it is important to note that throughout his years as a professional player, Roger Federer has always been upfront whenever it comes to supporting young talent and making sure that they get the right stage to showcase their talents.

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Federer has always been upfront whenever it comes to supporting young talents

While Roger Federer’s partnership with Mercedes was the best thing, this was not the first that the Swiss great has come up to support the young children to get access to the game. The 20-time grand slam winner has a foundation to his name that works relentlessly towards the betterment of the kids. As the stats suggest, so far the organization has helped more than 2.5 million kids.

Not only this but he has always been upfront when it comes to donations. Be it the Russia-Ukraine war or helping the underprivileged children in Africa, he has never shied away from helping with whatever he can. Thus, he has always been a man for the people. With his recent partnership with Mercedes, he will be looking to give them an opportunity to come up and fulfil their dreams and become the stars of the future.

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