‘There Is Nowhere to Hide’ – 41-Year-Old Roger Federer’s Popular British Friend Points Out Attributes That Are Hidden to the Outside World

In the fast-paced world of professional sports, fame and success often go hand in hand. Certain athletes and tennis stars have qualities that go beyond what they achieve on the field. Throughout his illustrious career, Roger Federer has captivated fans with his artistry and ability to make the game look effortless. But behind its elegant exterior lurks a tough and resilient competitor, as popular British adventurer and TV host Bear Grylls points out. In an interview with Deadspin, Grylls revealed why, given the chance, he’d rather be Roger Federer than any other athlete in history.

Grylls emphasized that Federer has qualities beyond imagination. He talked about Federer’s tenacity, resilience, and unwavering determination. In his video message, the TV personality, who is renowned for his survival skills and daring expeditions, wasn’t shy in admiring the Swiss Maestro.

Grylls shares about his admiration for the Swiss Maestro Roger Federer

In a recent interview with Deadspin, Grylls discussed his ultimate fantasy in the realm of sports. He revealed that he would choose to be none other than tennis legend Roger Federer if given the chance. Grylls is drawn to the gladiatorial nature of tennis and admires the sport’s requisite courage, patience, skill, and commitment.

Grylls expressed his deep admiration for the game of tennis, emphasizing its one-on-one nature. He shared his love for tennis because there is nowhere to hide from facing an opponent on the court. He spoke,” For me, I love tennis. I love watching tennis and love playing tennis. I like it cause it feels gladiatorial. It feels like mano a mano you know.”

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He also added, “It’s like one on one. There is nowhere to hide. And it rewards courage and patience and skill and commitment and physicality. And I think, uh I think my favorite player is Roger Federer. (He is) Super kind of like way tougher and more resilient and fierce than you necessarily think.”

Beyond physical endurance, Federer’s toughness encompasses his mental strength and ability to remain composed under immense pressure. Grylls further stressed that Federer’s cool-headedness on the court is not a sign of weakness, but rather a testament to his unyielding focus and mental fortitude. This inner resilience allows Federer to make critical decisions with clarity, particularly in high-pressure scenarios, enabling him to outmaneuver his opponents and emerge victorious.

Grylls once requested Federer for tips in tennis matches

In 2020, Grylls shared a video of his tennis match with his oldest son. In the video’s caption, Grylls jokingly referenced his memorable mountain adventure with Federer. He also asked the Swiss tennis legend for advice on how to improve his game. He said how he often loses and humorously recalled how he was beaten by his oldest son in a tough game. Grylls had also jokingly referred to the mini ping-pong match he lost to Federer on the mountain expedition earlier. However, he added that he would be willing to challenge the tennis legend in contact tennis.

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At Grylls’ request, Federer offered some advice on game technique. The Swiss Maestro had mentioned the importance of incorporating step-by-step techniques into tennis. He had also explained and suggested that playing outdoors might suit Grylls’ style better.