Roger Federer has shown the entire world his class not only as a tennis player  but also as a well-rounded sportsman. Even the basketball great Michael Jordan has nothing but respect for The Swiss Maestro. Jordan follows tennis and even went to see the semifinal of the 2014 US Open between Federer and Marin Cilic. Jordan even commented on the atmosphere in the stadium and talked about how different the environment was.

Roger Federer used to play basketball when he was young. He followed and played many sports before finalizing on tennis. However, he still idolized Michael Jordan as his favorite sports personality.

Michael Jordan supported Roger Federer 

As per the New York Post in 2014, Michael Jordan was amazed by the talent of Roger Federer. In the 2014 US Open, The Mighty Federer reached as far as the semifinal. Even though he didn’t advance till the final, Federer put on a great performance. Watching his opening-round match was the NBA legend Michael Jordan.

Jordan, when asked about Federer’s chances of winning the Open, felt that he could pull it off. Federer said that he felt great to have Jordan watching his match. Growing up, Jordan was Federer’s all-time sports idol.

After the match, the Brooklyn native compared the atmosphere between tennis and an NBA game. Jordan said that it was quieter than the Madison Square Garden basketball stadium. But he said he understood why that was the situation since fans know what Federer requires.

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“It’s a little quieter than Madison Square Garden, but these are tennis enthusiasts, fans who understand the game and give you the boost of energy. Roger was saying that [Monday] night. I was saying the same thing. The Garden was the Mecca, and playing at the Garden, they appreciated the way you play the game. He said it’s the same way here in tennis.’’

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The two greats have been close friends ever since they first met through Nike, the old sponsor of Federer. Soon after both of them had dinner and the Swiss even shared a picture of the two on his Instagram account. Both personify greatness and have left an immense legacy in their respective games, certifying themselves as icons.