2026-04-05 09:31:19
Roger Federer believed he played better tennis when he was happy with his outfit.
The 45-year-old former world number one – who won over 100 singles titles during his career – is a big fan of fashion and always felt “proud” if he thought he looked better on court, which motivated him to raise his game.
Roger – who left his 24-year partnership with Nike for a 10-year Uniqlo deal in 2018 – told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: “I always felt like the better you feel, the better you play. No doubt about it.
“Especially early on in my career, I felt if I could wear cool clothes, or had the better-looking outfit [on the court], it would make me very proud.
“Then later on, when I had my own brand and started designing clothes, it definitely made it feel very special, because you know that the other player likely doesn’t have that.”
The sporting legend’s latest Uniqlo collaboration, featuring black, green, and various shades of blue, is inspired by his tennis days.
He explained: “We added a bit more [colour], while still keeping it chic and classy.
“I like the nod to Wimbledon Championships and the grass season, which has been my favourite one throughout [my career].”
Roger insisted he likes the bold way some players have taken to dressing on court because he thinks it is a way of attracting more fans.
He explained: “I like it. Are they trying too hard? Maybe. But I like that they’re stepping out of the comfort zone. Of course, we want tennis to be about forehands, backhands and the beauty of the game.
“But tennis fans can also get to know the sport through other ways [such as fashion].
“Anything that highlights their personality gives us a better chance of understanding the player, so we know who to cheer for. There’s nothing worse than going to watch any sport, tennis or otherwise, when you don’t care who wins.”
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