Choose one or two sporting personalities that you admire and say why you admire them.

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Choose one or two sporting personalities that you admire and say why you admire them.

He has won five of the last nine grand slams- in a sport where two grand slam victories over the course of one’s career ensure hall of fame status. He is more than a household name; he is, Roger Federer- the King of tennis. Not only do his skill, his composure and his achievements fascinate me, but he has always been a character i wanted to emulate- maybe because he is inspirational or simply because he is different from the rest.

I have always admired Roger Federer for his stoic, cool, unemotional, persistent and calculating behavior he exhibits in the tennis court. The fact that he maintains his cool even in the face of defeat makes him a commendable athlete. Rafael Nadal, in his victory over Federer in the French Open finals described that Federer “Creates an aura of control, even if you get a good shot away- he has that look in his eyes, and a demeanor, that suggests it is all part of a big plan.” On nearing defeat, many players vent their frustration by throwing their racquet and shouting at the referee for any call that goes against them, but Federer makes it look so easy- he is careful not to lose his grace and composure because he knows that any sign of giving up will make the task of the opponent much easier. No wonder why he has won so many matches coming from two sets behind. The epic Wimbledon final between Federer and Nadal where Federer came from two sets down- to almost clinch the title, is a stark reminder of what this man is capable of.

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Roger Federer, unlike other sporting personalities of tennis, remains aloof from the “other” side of sports- the side that’s showy and full of dollars. Federer sets an example to people that a sportsperson can reach his peak not through his brand endorsements but simply through their game. Without doubt, Pete Sampras and the Williams Sisters have been great players in the history of tennis but what makes them more popular is their life outside the court- their celebrity realm. For example, Sampras is more recognized as the promoter of Canon ‘Image is Everything’ campaign and Venus Williams as the Cover ...

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