World No. 43 Paolo Lorenzi has revealed Swiss legend Roger Federer’s struggles that come with his superstar status around the globe.
Federer won the Hopman Cup for Switzerland in Perth on Saturday. His triumphant campaign in Western Australia would have certainly boosted his confidence for the upcoming Australian Open, where he will be the defending champion.
The 36-year-old has turned back the clock and is dominating the sport after making a remarkable comeback in 2017. Federer spent six-months out of the game due to a knee injury in 2016 but returned with a bang by winning his 18th and 19th Major titles at the Aussie Open and Wimbledon last year.
However, despite his status of being called the greatest player of all time, Federer is struggling to find enough time to spend with his fellow players on the men’s circuit.
According to Lorenzi, Federer has never been able to sit, discuss or chat with lesser known players on the ATP tour as his other commitments never leave him with a substantial amount of time to spend with them.
“He is very nice, but he struggles to have a normal life,” Lorenzi said.
“You see him less in the locker room.”
Federer is not thinking of retiring from tennis any time soon and he could fulfill Lorenzi’s wish for working for the welfare of the players which are not famous.
“It’s a great feeling and it’s so much fun playing in front of you guys,” Federer said at the Hopman Cup while praising his fans.
“Hopefully I’ll see you next year. What happens… hopefully I can come back again and break another record. Who knows?”
