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Roger Federer

Roger Federer

The latest stories and features on tennis player Roger Federer, including professional tennis news and updates.

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8 Aug 1981

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Italy’s Jannik Sinner celebrates after victory against Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz at the end of their Wimbledon men’s final in London on Sunday. Photo: AFP

Sinner beats 2-time defending champion Alcaraz to win first Wimbledon title

The number one-ranked Italian earned his fourth grand slam title overall, beating the Spaniard 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.

14 Jul 2025 - 3:24AM

Sinner unfazed by French Open collapse as he prepares for Alcaraz rematch

12 Jul 2025 - 11:00PM

Wimbledon: Sinner crushes Djokovic, setting up final clash with Alcaraz

12 Jul 2025 - 2:35AM

Alcaraz subdues Fritz to reach third successive Wimbledon final

Carlos Alcaraz battles past Taylor Fritz, waits for winner of Djokovic v Sinner.

11 Jul 2025 - 11:58PM

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz celebrates winning his men’s singles semi-final match against Taylor Fritz. Photo: Reuters

Djokovic says he will need ‘best of me’ to beat Sinner in Wimbledon semi-final

The 38-year-old overcomes spirited challenge of Flavio Cobolli to set up a semi-final blockbuster against another Italian on Friday.

10 Jul 2025 - 10:00PM

Roger Federer’s long-term deals see him become tennis’ first billionaire

Bulk of the Swiss legend’s wealth has come from huge sponsorship deals, as well as an astute investment in a local sneaker brand.

28 Jun 2025 - 8:00PM

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Alcaraz hails ‘real champion’ mindset after epic French Open win over Sinner

Reigning champion saved three match points in fourth set to complete historic comeback.

9 Jun 2025 - 10:32AM

Carlos Alcaraz holds the trophy close after defending his French Open title in an epic five-set battle with Jannik Sinner. Photo: Xinhua

Sinner says rivalry with French Open final foe Alcaraz the tonic tennis needs

The 23-year-old Italian beat Novak Djokovic to book a mouth-watering final on Sunday against his main rival, who is defending his crown.

7 Jun 2025 - 10:00PM

7 timepiece moments from March and April 2025

Despite the industry entering uncertain territory amid Trump’s swingeing tariffs, watch aficionados can still count on stylish new pieces from Audemars Piguet, Breguet, MB&F and more.

15 May 2025 - 3:31PM

From sports shoe to wardrobe staple, the evolution of the white sneaker

From Prada’s sports lines of the 1990s to the rise of athleisure in the 2010s, white sneakers have emerged as a fashion must-have, with Saint Laurent, On, Bottega Veneta and Veja leading the sprint.

4 May 2025 - 5:00AM

White sneakers have become a chic wardrobe staple – as on-screen legend Jane Fonda shows in this campaign for Golden Goose. Photo: Handout

Madrid Open: Djokovic playing for the ‘older guys’ as new generation takes over

The 37-year-old, the last member of the sport’s ‘Big Four’ still standing, says he is carrying on to bring a ‘positive effect’ to the tour.

25 Apr 2025 - 11:00PM

Novak Djokovic returns a shot to Frances Arthur Fils during a training session at the ATP Tour Madrid Open on Thursday. Photo: AFP

Watches and Wonders 2025: from thinnest tourbillon to most complicated watch

While expectations for 2025 are not particularly rosy, given the weaker China market and shifting global consumption patterns, top luxury watchmakers are holding little back in Geneva.

3 Apr 2025 - 12:19PM

Rolex’s patent-packed Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller is finally here

The new Land-Dweller comes in a 40mm platinum and Rolesor case, or a 36mm 18k Everose gold case set with diamonds – both with the Flat Jubilee integrated bracelet and calibre 7135.

1 Apr 2025 - 6:01AM

Home hero Sinner keen to show his best at ‘special’ season-ending ATP Finals

The world No 1 is favourite for the Turin event after a brilliant but controversial year but strongest rival Carlos Alcaraz will have a say.

8 Nov 2024 - 11:54PM

Italian world No 1 Jannik Sinner arrives for the blue carpet event of the ATP Finals in Turin on Thursday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Millionaires and billionaires

What is Roger Federer up to in retirement? From his Uniqlo deal to charity

Besides launching his first fashion collection with Loewe’s Jonathan Anderson, Federer has attended the Met Gala, performed with Coldplay, and supported the Springboks at the 2023 Rugby World Cup

10 Mar 2024 - 7:00PM

Tennis champ Roger Federer is living his best life in retirement. Photo: @rogerfederer/Instagram

Sinner stages remarkable comeback to snatch Australian Open title from Medvedev

Italian becomes first winner of the tournament for a decade outside the big three of Novak Djokovic, Rafa Nadal or Roger Federer, but has to recover from two sets down.

28 Jan 2024 - 9:55PM

Icons and Influencers

Who’s football’s ‘sexiest female player’, Alisha Lehmann?

Swiss striker Alisha Lehmann is considered football’s ‘sexiest female player’, but what else do we know about the 24-year-old apart from her team of Women’s Super League club Aston Villa?

10 Dec 2023 - 5:00AM

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Novak Djokovic finishes ‘one of the best seasons’ with seventh ATP Finals title

World No 1 Djokovic defeats home favourite Jannik Sinner in a ‘very special’ finish to ‘one of the best seasons’ of his life.

20 Nov 2023 - 2:37PM

Novak Djokovic surpasses legendary Roger Federer to win a record-breaking seventh ATP Title. Photo: EPA-EFE

Djokovic says Paris Masters win ‘has more weight’ after halting tearful Dimitrov

The Serb reveals ‘challenging circumstances’ after a 97th career title inches him closer to matching Roger Federer’s 103 wins and Jimmy Connors’ record of 109.

6 Nov 2023 - 12:02PM

Style Edit: Rolex Shanghai Masters returns, Asia’s biggest tennis tournament

The event is Asia’s most important tennis tournament and will see Shanghai again host the world’s best tennis players, including current Rolex testimonies Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Holger Rune

28 Sep 2023 - 10:25AM

US Open (tennis)

Record-making Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff steam into US Open semi-finals

Serbian will appear in his 13th US Open semi-final, eclipsing the mark he shared with Roger Federer, while Gauff is first American teenager to reach semi-finals since 2001.

6 Sep 2023 - 9:44AM

Novak Djokovic celebrates winning a point during his singles quarter-final against Taylor Fritz. Photo: Xinhua

Djokovic, Swiatek begin title quests with easy wins at rain-hit Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic is chasing 24th grand slam and seeking to match Roger Federer’s 8 titles at All England Club.

4 Jul 2023 - 9:44AM

Novak Djokovic acknowledges the crowd after beating Pedro Cachin in the first round of the men’s singles at Wimbledon. Photo: DPA

International Property

How Dubai became the branded residence capital of the world

Dubai recently overtook South Florida as home of the most branded homes, with Roger Federer, heads of states and Formula One drivers among the buyers flocking into the Middle Eastern market

17 Apr 2023 - 11:20AM

Watches and Wonders 2023: new releases, China’s return and the feelgood factor

The Geneva fair defied talk of wider global gloom, with watchmaking giants like Rolex, Chopard, Panerai, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Cartier focusing on the crucial reopening of China’s market

5 Apr 2023 - 8:00AM

4 luxury watch brands courting next-gen talent, from Rolex to Bulgari

Rolex has deals with the current world No 1s Iga Świątek and Carlos Alcaraz, while Tag Heuer, Richard Mille and Bulgari have picked up some of the most promising young talent

29 Jan 2023 - 12:10AM

Watch brands like Tag Heuer, Bulgari and Richard Mille compete to sign up the most promising tennis talents while Rolex has deals with the current world No 1s as well as all four of the sport’s biggest tournaments. Photos: @naomiosaka, @tagheuer, @richardmille/Instagram; Richard Mille

Celebrity style

The 2023 ‘Karl Lagerfeld’ Met Gala’s celebrity co-chairs, revealed

Designer Karl Lagerfeld was a fashion icon in his own right and created clothes for Chanel, Chloé and Fendi – so how will the likes of Blake Lively and Kim K interpret the theme at this year’s event?

19 Jan 2023 - 5:07PM

Channeling Chanel: the theme of the 2023 Met Gala is “In honour of Karl [Lagerfeld]“. The German designer died in early 2019. Photo: Reuters

Fame and celebrity

Inside the world’s highest-paid athlete Lionel Messi’s luxury life

Messi makes his millions through his thriving football career and lucrative brand endorsements, but how does he splash his cash, from luxury cars, private jets and a hotel chain – to philanthropy?

4 Dec 2022 - 12:01AM

Conor McGregor has one, but why is Rolex’s Daytona green dial so special?

Rolex’s ultra-exclusive Daytona green dial watch has been seen on A-listers like Drake and Conor McGregor. Why it’s so incredibly rare and your best chances of snagging one.

2 Dec 2022 - 4:28PM

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