One or two years ago, I didn't know who I was on court and I used to swear a lot. But now I've learned how to cope and can therefore win 10 matches in a row. I want to be remembered as a good player rather than an idiot on court.
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My dad said if you become a tennis professional just make sure you get into the top hundred, because you have to make a little bit of money. You make a living so you can pay your coaching and, you know, your travels.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success in sports requires financial sustainability, which necessitates being among the top performers.
In this quote, Roger Federer reflects on advice given to him by his father regarding the realities of pursuing a career as a professional tennis player. He emphasizes that reaching the top echelons, specifically the top hundred, is crucial not just for prestige but for financial viability, enabling players to cover their costs associated with training and travel in such a competitive field.
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TennisSuccessFinancialProfessionalCareer
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing sports careers.
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