The WTA has a new feature on its website called “Something Completely Different,” which includes players’ answers to “random” press conference questions. The first in the series is: “Who is your favorite male tennis player?” Roger Federer is on the top of many a WTA player’s list – and no, Marion Bartoli isn’t even included!
I posted some of the Roger-centric responses, click here for more (Nadal and Murray are other faves):
Patty Schnyder: “Roger. He makes it look so easy. He comes up with it on the big points. He finds a way to beat almost everybody. He’s so impressive.”
Elena Dementieva: “Roger Federer. He’s the best ever. I like everything about him. The way he plays, the way he behaves on and off the court… he’s perfect. He’s the greatest player I have ever seen.”
Vera Zvonareva: “You can’t overlook Roger. He’s definitely one of my favorites. I also enjoy watching Davydenko play.”
Ana Ivanovic: “Roger Federer. I admire him very much, not only for his achievements, but for how he conducts himself on and off the court. I also like Nadal, and of course Novak because we have been friends for many years.”
Sabine Lisicki: “I’d go with Roger. I also like how Djokovic broke through two years ago, I enjoyed watching him. He changed the game, played differently… he is fun, too.”
Nadia Petrova: “Roger Federer. Every tennis player dreams to play like him. He’s such a great champion. And he also has the good looks!”
Since the WTA didn’t include Marion Bartoli, I will: “Roger Federer. He always says hi. He’s really friendly. I love him but I would get really nervous if I had to play with him.”
I’ll throw in Grand Dame Chris Evert while I’m at it: “Isn’t there something about Federer that pulls at your heartstrings? I cry every time he loses a match, and I don’t even know the guy. (Laughs) There’s something so endearing about him as a person.”
Oh, and speaking of Roger and the ladies, Jon Wertheim shared this story about Mirka the Boss in this week’s Mailbag (thanks Judy!): “Funny story: A few years ago, Roger Federer was asked to read the Top 10 list on Letterman’s show. Mirka took one look at the content, declared it too sarcastic and they walked out of the studio.”
The ladies may flock to Roger, but Mirka will always be No. 1!
Tags: ATP, Chris Evert, Federer, Marion Bartoli, Mirka Vavrinec, WTA
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I wonder what would happen if the ATP asked the guys to name their fave WTA player. I doubt some of them even watch women’s tennis.
No guesses as to Roger’s answer, Sveta.
Dootsiez, a couple of years ago I read that Justine was the one female player that the ATP guys would stop to watch.
Both Andy Murray and Roger Federer watch women’s tennis. Maybe that’s why they’re such faves with the ladies.
Of course the ladies themselves often say they don’t watch women’s tennis, which drives me absolutely up the wall. Really, if they aren’t even interested. . .
Roger will also ranked #1 for the ATP poll! I’m sure a lot are dreaming to be king too.
The last story is a little sad. The eternal story of baby Rog and mamma Mirka is getting freaky after all this time.
An agent who manage your carrier why not, but your wife…
Flo, Mirka does manage Roger’s career. Plus, she is Roger’s wife, and as many husbands can testify, wives have strong opinions.
One of the strengths of Roger’s career is that he has Mirka to take care of the details, so he can concentrate on tennis.
I don’t no who own this avatar but it’s not mine ! I have to change my nickname I think, there is an other Flo.
Hey Flo, you should grab a gravatar for yourself. It will show on all Wordpress blogs if u use the same email addy.
http://gravatar.com/
I’m surprised because usually I have my own gravatar… I’ll fix this problem soon.
Hey, Roger Federer is the new ambassador for Lindt (chocolate).
It’s so cool !
Agree 100% with Dementieva: Roger Federer is the best tennis player in the history of the world…
doesn’t elena d have a thing for rog? and how come they didn’t ask sveta? isn’t marion no longer a fan ever since he married mirka? unless he dresses up as 007 for halloween, then…
every time i see those pics from madrid… swoon!
Luv the Mirka tidbit.
I get the impression the tennis media are just dying for the opportunity to write more about Mirka. She’s had them by the short hairs for a while now
Good picks, ladies! Didn’t know Lena D. was such a Fedophile. Neat!
Just hope Mirka does NOT take the media and what they say about her too seriously! With Roger being almost too good to be true, the journos have often found nothing but his girlfriend / partner / wife to bitch about, and some of it has been really mean-spirited and hurtful. I think it is one reason why Roger can only be heard praising her in every way possible. Just imagine what kind of pressure this could put on a relationship and you will understand why they so fiercely guard their privacy.