Despite Idolizing Roger Federer, 19-Year-Old Coco Gauff Vows to Not Replicate Her Superhero Idol’s Prime Quality – ‘Not Going to Be Perfect..’

The Roger Federer Fan Club has a new member! And it is none other than the American rising star Coco Gauff. There is hardly anything that Roger Federer hasn’t achieved, be it on the court or off it. The 20-time grand slam champion has been the epitome of success and excellence with an exemplary career that was synonymous with grace, perseverance, and artistry. His larger-than-life persona, magnetic aura, and yet his humble and gracious demeanor make him the perfect role model for any athlete. Therefore, it goes without saying that Roger Federer is looked up to by almost every young tennis player there is today.

Recently, as many other players in the past have, Coco Gauff opened up on her impression of the Swiss great during a post-match press conference at the French Open.

Coco Gauff says Roger Federer is the closest to perfection

Nineteen-year-old Coco Gauff has shown that the Swiss maestro still rules the hearts of current players on the tour. During her post-match press conference at the Roland Garros, Gauff was asked about her skills, talent, and responsibilities both on and off the court by one of the reporters. She alluded to the great Roger Federer in her answer.

“So the great powers on the court, definitely my mentality. I guess an all-court player, I can hit the ball, I can do some intangibles… I guess the responsibilities, I mean, on the court I try to present myself the best I can in that moment. Obviously, I’m not going to be perfect. I mean, Roger, he’s probably the closest to that when it comes to that. I’m not going to be like that, but I think I try to be authentically myself”, she said.

Gauff’s honest admission about not being able to emulate Federer in terms of being ‘perfect’ isn’t at all surprising. Indeed, the aura of Roger Federer is superhero-esque and almost unattainable by other stars on the professional circuits. The way he has carried himself throughout his career and beyond, and the impact he has had on the sport of tennis as a whole is unmatched.

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What makes the Swiss legend such a revered personality?

Unlike many other stalwarts of the sporting world, Roger Federer was never embroiled in any major controversies throughout his career. He won the ATP Fan’s Favorite Award a record 19 times and the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award a whopping 13 times, which stand as a testament to his impact on the game. He is also a two-time recipient of the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian Award. Federer has been actively involved in philanthropic activities, mainly through the Roger Federer Foundation, which aims to provide education and improve the living conditions of underprivileged children in Africa and Switzerland.

Therefore, it can be well imagined why Roger Federer is an inspiration to so many aspiring athletes all over the world. Values and qualities like these have made him immortal and ever-present in the hearts of young players like Coco Gauff.

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