Reliving First Kiss With Wife Mirka, Roger Federer Confesses to Surreal Feeling of Having Her Through Life’s Ebbs and Flows

The firsts of a loving relationship never leave one’s memory. Roger Federer is no different as he can still vividly recall several firsts he had with his wife, Mirka Federer. Their partnership has crossed more than a decade, but the earlier days of their romance are still clear in the Swiss Maestro’s mind. In an enchanting statement, Roger delves deeper into his “first kiss” with Mirka, which changed both of their lives into a fairytale.

In a recent interview with Extra TV, Federer spoke about how he never imagined he would go the length with, Mirka Federer after their first kiss. “I met her at the Sydney Olympics back in 2000, she also played tennis, she also played for Switzerland and we were on the same team together we never thought that we’re going to you know after the first kiss there it was going to end up with four children later and this incredible career and this life together and when I met her you know I had no titles yet and I retired with 103 titles so you can imagine everything that we went through together.” 

The pair dated for nine years before they got married in 2009. The couple is parents to two sets of identical twins and Mirka Federer would often be spotted with their kids at the box, cheering for their dad.

The Maestro had just become an adult when the two began dating, which was perfect for him.  “The good thing is we started dating when I was about eighteen and a half, nineteen, I was super young at that time and so we spent the whole life basically together already.”

The former world’s number-one has been always vocal about his wife Mirka’s contribution to his life. During Federer’s Laver Cup 2022 tour, when he retired, this Swiss tennis legend didn’t forget to mention how Mirka’s support helped him in building a career he always dreamt of. “She could have stopped me a long, long time ago but she didn’t. She kept me going and allowed me to play, so it’s amazing – thank you,” Federer said.

In the 20-time grand slam champion’s life, his wife, Mirka Federer, had earned great respect following her endless sacrifice to not only help Federer in his professional career but also to take care of his family when he was away on tour. During Federer’s second honorary doctorate ceremony at Dartmouth, he paid a beautiful tribute to his wife, Mirka Federer, by dropping an amazing compliment for her.

Roger Federer says his wife Mirka “makes every joy in my life, even brighter”

Roger Federer and Mirka Federer’s love story is one many hope to have. Federer and his wife faced the struggle of being apart for long periods but sustained with immense affection and respect towards each other. During Federer’s honorary doctorate ceremony in Dartmouth, this Swiss legend shared how every moment in his life became much better with his wife.

“I feel so very lucky that my incredible wife, Mirka who makes every joy in my life, even brighter, and our four amazing children, Myla, Charlene, Leo, and Lenny are here with me today. And more important, that we are here for each other every day,” said Federer.

Roger Federer’s statement about his wife, Mirka Federer, showcases their bond as a couple. Federer’s revelations shed light on Mirka Federer’s dedication to helping her husband reach the milestones he always wanted. This is how Mirka truly proved that behind every successful man, there is a woman who would go to any length to support her partner.