‘I’m Not the Coach; I’m the Dad’ – 41-Year-Old Roger Federer Reveals Petty Problems of Being a Father as He Gives a Sneak Peek Into His Life Post Retirement
Parental advice often falls on deaf ears. Being coached by the legendary Roger Federer is a dream come true for any budding tennis player. But that is not exactly the case for his own children. In the past, Federer talked about the parenting he received, when he was given an ultimatum that changed his entire life and the soul of the very sport.
The 20-time Grand Slam winner sat down for an exclusive interview with CNN. In a surprising revelation, Federer shared that even champions face parental resistance. Despite his remarkable success in the sport, it seems the role of a father transcends his incredible career.
Children of Roger Federer ignore tennis tips from the Maestro
Federer cheekily acknowledged the truth that no matter how many Grand Slam titles one has under their belt, parental authority only holds limited sway. When asked about coaching his children, who have shown a keen interest in tennis, Federer humbly replied, “You know, I’m not the coach, I’m the dad. The dad’s advice, as we know, only goes so far. It doesn’t matter if you’ve won Wimbledon or not; you’re still the dad.”
Federer also revealed that his sons, Leo and Lenny, have been showing a strong interest in sports in general. He shared that he likes that his sons are getting more into tennis than his daughters. When asked why he felt that way, Federer revealed that he didn’t want his children to get into tennis, primarily because of one reason.
