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 ‘Don’t Remember Ever Sweating So Much’- Roger Federer While Interacting With Anne Hathaway

Published 04/27/2022, 11:55 AM EDT

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Roger Federer, the Swiss tennis ace and 20 times Grand Slam champion, is currently keeping out of the circuit. Due to an injury to his knee in 2021, which pestered him enough to go under the knife. Since then, his fans have been waiting to see him in action.

Speaking of action, he gave a little something to his fans to stick to till he makes a comeback on the tennis court. Federer collaborated with Anne Hathaway, one of the best in Hollywood to promote the tourism of his homeland. The collaboration fell well on the audience’s palate. Therefore, they met again, but this time it was for a fun Q and As session.

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What Got Roger Federer Sweating?

Federer and Hathway discussed everything from what would they carry to a trip to the singers they love to listen to. But what got Federer sweating was when Hathway brought up Dolly Parton while naming people with whom she would like to travel with. She said, “You know who Dolly parton is, right?” To which a little confused, Roger replied, “What? Give me the explanation, please.”

Hathway was shocked and said, “There is no way to explain it. She is a living saint. First of all, she knows how to yodel. She is the only American I can think of who is really great at Yodeling.” Thereafter, Hathway decided to help the tennis ace improve his taste in music. She said, “I am not gonna make you feel bad. I gonna make you a mix.”

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And then something clicked in her mind and she recalled one of the most famous Parton song which Federer might have heard. “You know the song Nine to five?” She inquired. Following that, she sang a bit for him.

To which Roger reacted instantly and said, “This stuff I feel like I know. Yes, this stuff I have heard. So I know her, so I am good. Don’t ask me any more questions, please. Why am I sweating? “

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When Will Federer Make a Come Back?

Federer lost against the Polish tennis professional and former world no.9, Hubert Hurkacz, in the quarterfinals of the Wimbledon championship 2021. Following this, the 20 times Grand Slam champion hasn’t played any professional game. Although he made a statement before his knee surgery that he will miss tournaments till 2022 Wimbledon. Many fans are hoping to see him play the greens.

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However, keeping in mind the magnitude of his surgery, he might make a comeback in the last Grand Slam of the year in the United States of America. Federer has already started practicing. Hence, the rumors of his retirement have lost their value. All we have to do for now is be prepared to witness the legend rule the court again.

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Mahima Verma

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Mahima Verma is a Tennis writer for EssentiallySports. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management from IHM Mumbai. A sports enthusiast, particularly Tennis since her childhood, Mahima believes that she is fortunate enough to witness the legends like Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Serena Williams play.
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Deepakshi Chaudhary