6 Minutes of Roger Federer Exemplary Sportsmanship

That's why the 4 Maestro gor 13 consecutive Sportsmanship awards. The elegance, the class... can't be compared

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[@puttemacguff7666]

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[@oscartracey5364]

“It’s out.” Coldest line

[@tomr6955]

Ball was very close, most likely in. Often these ones are in on the hawkeye replay.

[@GodSpeed91]

In the other clip actually hawkeye showed it out by a few millimeters 😅

[@tomr6955]

@@GodSpeed91 Really? Which clip?

[@gregg9694]

Approximately 4:40

[@aleksa1981]

That's the best one for me.

[@mickeylyon]

his speech about the ball boys shows perfectly what kind of man he is. No matter the number of titles, he will remain the greatest...at least for me :). nobility, class and honesty are not measured in victories

[@pugsnhogz]

Well said. Fed will always be my #1, no matter how many titles that other guy wins ;)

[@abhijeetsghosh6321]

Fedex.. the real GOAT

[@james2578]

he definitely has no class or nobility. his videos where he is swearing his head off show that

[@juve788]

haha whatever makes yall happy, but he will never be the goat. Just beause someones favorite player may be wawrinka would not make him goat lol. novak and nadal clear of him

[@pugsnhogz]

@@juve788 wow this was a really well-written comment for a 12 year old!

[@anubislee36]

I like that federer defends both the player and the ballboy in the last clip.

[@christiankerr809]

swiss neutrality

[@anubislee36]

@@christiankerr809 haha

[@Rory626]

​@christiankerr809 this made me laugh hahaha

[@davidbroughall3782]

I don't care how high the stakes are, you don't verbally abuse children. Period.

[@B3Band]

Children literally verbally abuse children

[@gordonlove5121]

I think abuse is a bit harsh there. But he could have been better.

[@grayfullbuster9137]

Not only did Roger correct the score, the moment he saw Stan trip, he seemed like he purposely hit the backhand out. Like he doesnt want to win with any handouts or flukes or just out of respect for his buddy. A true gentleman Roger is!

[@rafaelisslaam1894]

Definitely. Roger would never miss a shot that bad.

[@jimiyu.]

he hit it out because the previous ball was already called out

[@grayfullbuster9137]

​@@jimiyu.Please watch it again my friend. That is not correct

[@KP-by4eu]

it doesn't matter. It was 5-2 and he won the first set. There was no way he'd lose.

[@framey3830]

@@KP-by4eu Always possible to lose if you haven't yet won.

[@DonLee1980]

"It's Out." - Sportsmanship, confidence... damn.

[@homotechnium7628]

Roger: Look at me I’m the umpire now

[@ManMachinist]

Comment of the decade, seriously!! 😂

[@tommytk72]

And THAT'S why he is the Maestro!!! I miss him so much already...

[@ronartest7748]

nadal eats federer for breakfast

[@eme.261]

@@ronartest7748-- It's very disconcerting. Do you believe, somehow, that a statement like that is an honor to someone of Nadal's character? It's always interesting to me that someone can be a fan of an athlete who is exemplary, gentlemanly, never a braggart nor a bully, and yet, as a fan of theirs chooses to speak for them in a manner they would never condone. Nadal, of all people, would be disappointed.

[@ronartest7748]

@@eme.261 lolwut

[@eme.261]

@@ronartest7748-- Laughing at yourself? Odder, still.

[@ronartest7748]

@@eme.261 lolwut

[@mariaarlenemccormack8701]

One of the reasons why Federer is the greatest tennis player of all time is because of his wonderful character - caring, humble, ethical, philanthropic, friendly and a true gentleman!

[@donholden8355]

For us of a certain vintage Rod Laver was also a superb sportsman.

[@tomsd8656]

Well the game is now very different with Alcaraz and a few young guys, but Federer is a unique talent and so far nobody had been that way yet.

[@AnkitBhatiaat]

Younger Federer wasn't any of those things lol

[@annewalden3795]

@@AnkitBhatiaat But he grew up and became his true self .I think every genuine tennis fan misses Roger 's style and grace.

[@bharsmugu2244]

@@AnkitBhatiaatisn’t that one of reason why Roger is all the more inspiring ? Because he made many young , temperamental players believe that they could be good guys and inspire many others

[@nocalsteve]

Respect for that umpire standing up for the ballboy also.

[@TheKDX7]

The greatest, really

[@juve788]

never will be lol

[@agradina]

@@juve788 says who nobody knows who u are, the majority of tennis coaches ,players and peoples say federer is.

[@juve788]

@@agradina dude what 😂😂 Novak is clear goat nowadays everybody knows it lol….he is better than fed in like everything and also superior to nadal. Like it or not that’s how it is and he is the goat 😁

[@agradina]

@@juve788 ur everybody seem to include nobody since u consider me and the majority everybody .

[@shahrifshuvo9741]

No matter his grand slam record has broken yet he is the greatest of all time. Legend Legend Legend.

[@tijmenboogaard1518]

Verdasco should have received a official warning for that behaviour.

[@jeffhermida4788]

And fined for it.

[@cheefussmith9380]

Yeah that was particularly young kid and he didn’t do anything wrong at all.

[@iwishiwasthomasshelby]

And banned from tennis for life.

[@rfpete1385]

And have his chest hair cut

[@fesa276]

Verdasco was always a clown and a low class

[@antoinesavoit8657]

4:40 umpire reaction always gets me

[@PineconeSunset]

Its almost like perfect sitcom comedic timing, shot is played, Haase says his line, Roger has perfect comeback, audience laughs, camera goes to umpire pressing 'FAULT' lol

[@worldsinfonia557]

Miss him so very much. It's not only about his tennis but his presence attitude and personality. Miss the grace he brought into the court. It's very painful, hurts a lot not seeing him play.

[@gend8585]

and only a fed fan will understand what they miss and the pain if not having him around..

[@ronartest7748]

@@gend8585 nadal eats federer for breakfast

[@Largecanyondog]

A true champion doesn’t want any free points from mistakes. They want to have earned every one.

[@harishnair5060]

That last interview!! I mean I already respected and loved this man a lot, but the last clip made me admire him just a bit more. Tennis is just not the same without him

[@JoeLarkin-rv1io]

You just born with class

[@realtruth9346]

Borned but alsoeducated by Parents with good values, including Respect to all human beeings, independend of status.

[@nanashipersonne4151]

No, absolutely not, at least not everybody.

[@muhammadwaseem82]

I am a Rafa fan but Roger is the greatest tennis player of all time and one of the Greatest humans who grace any game.

[@kessku1484]

I'm a Rafa fan too! and for a brief period, he was the GOAT if we go by majors. Federer was untouchable besides in the French, but I doubt anybody will surpass Novak. He's earned it. Rooting for Alcaraz now! 😅

[@felipe.raposo]

​@@kessku1484I think Federer was better than Nocak, both in their primes.

[@The1sttoxicavenger]

The absolute King of Sportsmanship; no one in any other sport has ever or will ever match Rogers courtesy and conduct. The light of tennis dimmed a bit when Roger took his leave, but how fortunate we all are to have watched a true hero during his career. GOAT for sure.

[@hulkslayer626]

Not to be contrary, but in regards to courtesy and conduct, you might want to check out the sport of Strongman. 👍

[@babilabub]

Even if I re-watch Roger's videos in 10 years, I'd still be happy and glad I was lucky enough to see him play, not only at grand slams but also for kids day out and exhibition match.

[@kenchi7686]

2:22 he legit hit it out for the sake of his opponent falling over. Damn. Too classy

[@eugenebarrett]

Helps that Wawrinka is his friend. Was probably very worried that it could be serious.

[@StevoCCL]

Funny how the video shows what Verdasco did to a ball boy. As a ref, I can tell you what a player does on court is reflective of his genuine personality. Federer is a great role model to the younger generations.

[@xhappybunnyx]

fr, everyone has a "theoretical best" and an "emotional best" and you can't excuse missing the latter by saying you know the former. Imo your genuine personality is a 25-75 mix of what you theoretically believe and what you end up doing in the moment

[@kanadmukherjee7934]

My GOAT. The GOD of tennis. Its not only about the titles and prize money. His impact all throughout the world in popularizing tennis is immense.

[@Mark-ut5oq]

they only say this now that he has been overtaken

[@fraerot]

But it is about the prizes and achievement otherwise we wouldnt be giving them. He is not the GOAT but I like him very much. Why has to be the goat debate after all....just enjoy

[@adamwyatt-lowe2833]

Not really he's the most naturally tennis player I've ever seen and by far the most graceful

[@dannycarlow8204]

​@@Mark-ut5oqThe only man with more match wins and titles than Roger is Jimmy.

[@Mark-ut5oq]

@@dannycarlow8204 yea except alot are ATP 250s lol. Federer has 14 less big titles than Djokovic and more than a year less at no.1. It probably would be 2 years if we account for the rankings freeze and Nole’s ban from US/Australia.

[@shreenatha464]

I have always felt that FEDERERISM is a word that can be coined to mean "Laser Focus" ... Like many have said, He is the GOAT for me ... Apart from his talent and elegance, He is such a honour for Tennis ... You can shower every imaginable positive tag on Him and still it won't be enough ... a Class Act and so unique ... BTW, I am a Rafa fan

[@ilovecaulk2542]

Integrity is a nice thing to have. He’s classy.

[@thomasbeatty9496]

Miss you Roger. Not only as a tennis player, but also as a human being,

[@nikolaip5834]

i mean he's still alive as a human being haha ☺️

[@awesomedayz3465]

@@nikolaip5834 RIP Roger Federer

[@Icedmindblow]

What a bloody gentleman. I can see why Jannik Sinner sees him as his idol both in terms of sport/skill and personal attitude.

[@akhil23497]

The way he said’its out’

[@MichaelSIngle-gn9qz]

Classiest player in sports history, in my opinion.

[@janne_plomeros]

Mmm, no.

[@alanpage3973]

Jack nicklaus wae class as well

[@kennethwilliams4874]

Tragically, we rarely see this kind of decency, integrity and class from any athlete in any sport these days. If you have a child who is interested in competitive sports, Roger Federer is truly a great role model for how you conduct yourself on and off the court, field, pitch, ice, etc. In this age of end zone celebrations, players routinely posturing and motioning for the fans to cheer them, whining, bickering, tantrums...I fear we shall not see Roger Federer's like again.

[@tonyg3091]

Lol I remember vividly both the Wawrinka moment and how he called his own serve out. Federer was great, maybe the greatest ever.

[@brian1801]

Wouldn't it be great if the world of sports had more role models like Roger Federer?

[@jimlittle5769]

Or just the world in general...

[@gianmariaroccoli]

Once you re a ball kid...you are a ball kid forever. Every week , every slam without roger is a huge pain for me

[@ritwikroy1645]

Simply, the obvious BEST...❤❤

[@baitandtackle]

Wow. Arguably the greatest tennis player ever asked the ball boy if he dropped the ball and, upon confirmation, didn't argue the call? What exemplary sportsmanship. Get that man some medals. Such humility.

[@johnnysoccer1983]

We need far more Federer's in the world. They aren't just playing for themselves either, as much as they might feel they are. They area also setting an example for future generations, something that many of them should take some time to think about before they take the court again.

[@carolineclarke6490]

I miss watching RF play.

[@docy1456]

The best, period. Tennis isn’t the same without him😢

[@annewalden3795]

Mens tennis is certainly far more tedious since Roger Federer retired .

[@raghavendra1988]

No one came close to him in his prime a mammoth slayer ❤

[@Arrica101]

Why he will always be the goat in my eyes

[@timmi7624]

Great Player Great Sportsmen My deep Respekt 🙏

[@timmckee2813]

...another angel...thank...love...

[@pabloismaelbarrera2409]

Ademas de ser el mas increible para ver, todo un caballero!!

[@louc9972]

The best ever in tennis history for he has CLASS on and off the court! A tough act to follow! LEGEND! 👏👏👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@christopherzaf5768]

It takes much more than titles to be the GOAT

[@bharsmugu2244]

I have never seen any kind of cold discussion happening with Roger at the net during his entire career n most importantly never heard anyone say sorry at the net . Loved the way he said u don’t ve to . Maybe he perfected his behavior to brand his image but ppl watching him especially a young tennis player ll understand that it’s possible to be successful n yet be nice

[@rohithimself]

I don't think his image directed his behaviour. His behaviour made the image. Even his post match conferences were always so informative; he would break his game down, and wasn't harsh anytime.

[@1ena585]

@@rohithimself He could be a bad loser every now and then though, just like everyone else. 2011 US Open is the obvious one.

[@sexbuffet]

just so you know, you're allowed to grow as a person. I'm sure if we went back into your past in 2011 you'd have some skeletons in your closet@@1ena585

[@baska-]

4:00 in other words, the ball boy might've changed the result of a professional tennis match.

[@christoh4723]

This is the kind of Legend i wanna idolize.

[@TTony-tu6dm]

The GOAT. Pure and simple

[@Dime-bz6hc]

Rodger Federer is the greatest tennis player and one of the greatest athletes of all time. To watch his entire career was a privilege. I already miss seeing him on the tour.

[@DonnaAbrams-qh7zt]

If Djokovic plays for 100 years he will never gain the respect and admiration Federer has earned.

[@annewalden3795]

Donna I agree that Roger is the most popular and respected tennis player in the World.

[@mehdibahaj7792]

Fair man,commands respect,that’s why he’s the greatest.

[@nicolelala10]

What an up-standing guy! Especially what he said about the ball kids. I only follow tennis because my wife watches it, but I recognize great sportsmanship when I see it. No screaming, no yelling, no showmanship. Just played his game...and won...a lot!

[@pappyhiping4891]

GOAT.

[@themcilveens8569]

The ball boy will be tougher for it - the real child was the one giving him the business about the towel being too slow for delivery.

[@DiabloTommaso]

That s why he s the goat. Numbers can go up, there will be players with more wins... but noone changed style 3 times like him. No one will have his class.

[@Ranjeet-nu4gs]

Success is temporary, class permanent.

[@jimlittle5769]

My favorite tennis player of all time. These examples are a big reason why. I also feel he is the greatest tennis player of all time, but everyone has their own thoughts on that.

[@davidcooke8005]

Not a sports fan, but I admire honorable men like Mr Federer.

[@secondtimearound8222]

What a class act and a legend.

[@perfectionbox]

Federer could easily take free points but he's playing a bigger, longer, more important game 🥰

[@The-Dom]

"no, its out" like a boss.

[@kevinsancto1574]

Not only a great ambassador but human being as well all upcoming sports people should aim for this.

[@Fedeniux]

True gentelman

[@Skjeggspir]

A video impossible to make about Djokovic.

[@kh2freek]

Classy comment

[@MarcyTrinidad]

Such a gentleman! I miss him!

[@juliangarcia-visogomez8522]

Federer ❤

[@MiniMilon-wu3ex]

That's a human right there....after correcting the score he didn't even let those mumbling pride to enter his brain. Cz he knows what is is made of and where he goes after all this ends. That's a human right there....

[@PeRiDoTs13]

Lol this is why he won the sportsmanship award for basically 15 years running (with one year interruption by Nadal).

[@puf0923]

Verdasco can be proud of this archive, what a nice man :D

[@goranhikl1180]

One of the best thing that Covid got us is that the tennis players doing the towels themselves

[@moscoustore375]

Simply the GOAT

[@zvonkosolin8627]

Thats why he will win sportsmanship and fan favorite reward as long as he's alive even at 80 years old 👍😀

[@radiohead2206]

Amazing Video Clips thank you. Loved Roger. But mine remains Pete Sampras' match with Jim Courier where he aces him while crying.

[@dartfield4655]

On the other hand we can see Verdasco just doing Verdasco things. Like the time he insulted Gasquet and the whole crowd during a match, what an another classy moment it was.

[@user-me9ns8om1x]

Seriously. He brings tears to my eyes. Is people with his approach on live that should be in relevant positions in society.❤

[@villarusso4553]

He is a champion. His interaction with the Italian girls playing between buildings during covid lockdown is a classic moment of sports and of life!!

[@rupianussitompul9114]

Oh Federer, that's very kind of you. We miss you 😂😂

[@elainemeyer-hp6ye]

My all time favourite.

[@senatordodo4240]

cant believe more sports arent recorded from the end line. All these sports are 10x more interesting when not viewed from the side

[@Jeanpaisa89]

4:24 fucking boss 😂🐐

[@The-Dom]

This is why i love tennis, i find the rules are flexible towards sportsmanship. Truly a gentleman's game.

[@nickadams1992]

No matter how many grand slams Djokovic wins, Federer will always be the greatest tennis player to ever live.

[@camdremaxwel]

FEDERER FOREVER!!!

[@toddrf]

I looked it up, and Verdasco later gave a really half-assed apology for his treatment of the ball kid.

[@xhappybunnyx]

Love it when players respect the game more than a need for personal glory

[@omardaoudi8884]

Legend

[@Valkross9]

They say tennis is a "gentleman's sport", and this man embodies that concept perfectly.

[@avwholesomegamer]

Also heroic: that ump for not throwing a fit and just letting the players focus on playing tennis. Baseball could never XD

[@lydiahanke]

You earn millions every year, but yeah let's scream at the kid that's holding your towel!

[@MrFchank]

Roger was always the most sportsmanlike player ever. Win or lose he always gave credit to his opponent. Exactly opposite of the excuse driven Serena on the women's side.

[@mountaindew2656]

"Nobody called out" Fed: "it's out" Ok sir. you're gonna win the next point anyway.

[@agradina]

goat , i dont know why luck was besides djokovic in saving multiple match points vs federer in grand slams finals because otherwise federer would have had 2 gs more and djoker 2 less until this moment , but i have no doubt that peak federer will beat peak djokovic.

[@srigolokadas5442]

Even during good sportsmanship where Federer literally gives a point to his opponent, the umpire still manages to mess it up…

[@davidfernandogallardoberri698]

Con los Ball Boys nó VERDASCO. No te metas con ellos. Mejora tu juego y deja a los chicos tranquilos.

[@mrkihr]

King!👋

[@rivierapalms6485]

He is one of the greatest sportsmen

[@manurshankar1465]

4:33 - No one called out. It is out. Sportsmanship from both sides!