Coach Peter Lundgren has revealed his favorite Roger Federer anecdote. The Swedish coach knew from the Swiss’ reaction after winning his first ATP title that there would be many more in the future.
Lundgren, who worked with Federer between 2000 and 2003, was one of Federer’s first coaches
. In February 2001, Federer defeated Julien Boutter in the final in Milan to claim his first ATP title.
Lundgren, who has won three titles in his career, was asked by Blick to reveal his favorite Federer anecdote. “After he won his first ATP tournament in Milan in 2001, I pulled him aside and said jokingly: Now you’re only two titles away from me.
Roger only smiled. And I knew straight away there would be many more,” Lundgren told Blick.
Lundgren on the 103 titles won by Federer
“Yes, it’s fabulous.
Absolutely crazy,” Lundgren said. After the 2003 season, Lundgren and Federer went their separate ways. When asked about his relationship with Federer, Lundgren indicated that everything was fine between them, but also hinted that they weren’t really in touch.
“Roger has never been the best conversationalist in the world, but that doesn’t bother me at all. I’m happy every time I see him on TV. Also, I recently met his parents.
We talked for 20 minutes, it was a great experience,” Lundgren revealed. In 2003, Lundgren guided Federer to his first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon.
It was from there that Federer became one of the greatest players in tennis history. Federer also became a marketing giant and one of the most marketable athletes in sports history.
“It’s his world. He grew up in this world and he is an absolute professional in his dealings with the media. I am proud to see how my student at the time has become a great man today“said Mr. Lundgren.
2023-05-23 09:53:27
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