Coming of a Storm: Roger Federer at the Wimbledon
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If ambition and resilience is greater than the greatest of challenges than attaining victory is an undeniable right. The greatest of legends all across the world have had to battle insurmountable challenges and face daunting obstacles in their quest to ultimate triumph. Rolex the world leader in premium watches salutes these heroes and supports their cause to individual glory and perfection. Closely involved with numerous world class sporting events around the world Rolex assists exceptional athletes in fuelling their growth and potential. Roger Federer the world renowned tennis player from Switzerland is regarded by numerous people along with past legends of the game as the greatest player in the history of tennis. Equaling the record of the legendary Pete Sampras by clinching 14 Grand Slams, Roger Federer is the rewriting the history of tennis. With a Career Grand Slams to his name, Roger Federer is transforming the long held perceptions and ushering in a whole new standard to the game. Named the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for four consecutive years from 2005 to 2008, Roger Federer is reshaping aspirations and has become an icon that represents a champion. Rolex proudly partners Roger Federer and his ongoing ambition of becoming the best the world has ever seen.
Born in August, 1981 in Basel, Switzerland, Roger Federer held the world number one position in the tennis rankings for record number of 237 consecutive weeks. Beating champions across the world, Roger Federer has etched his name in the pages of human achievement and will forever be regarded as a legend that brought with him a new dawn to the game of tennis. Forever changing the dynamics of the game, Roger Federer is a formidable champion who has silenced many critics who at one point unabashedly slammed the world class player after a few misses and setbacks. Challenging the claim of the end of the ‘Federer era’ that many critics had predicted Roger Federer beat the top notch tennis player Robin Soderling, to claim the title at the French Open. This momentous occasion will go down in history as the battle of a man with an unwavering ambition and his triumph over destiny. A name that has become synonymous with victory and persistent ambition, Roger Federer has transformed into an inspiration and a goal that aspiring players across the globe hope to achieve. Seen as the greatest player to have ever played on the court, Roger Federer has been able to capture the imaginations of millions across the globe who watch in complete wonderment, as he glides across the court to return the ball in a magnificent display of skill. At the Wimbledon for 2009 that has Rolex at its official timekeeper; top notch players have been competing to clinch the top honor. Bringing their principal skills forward and pushing ahead with increasing dynamism, the world class players battle it out at center court while the world waits in anticipation to crown its champion. Armed with a 15 win streak, Roger Federer is hitting the centre court at the Wimbledon with all his might and would probably go on to claim the top honor. Defeating the German tennis ace Kohlschreiber in the third round Roger Federer will play off against the Swedish star Robin Soderling in the fourth round that is scheduled to take place at the centre court on the 29th of June.
Rolex is proud to be associated with a legend like Roger Federer and proudly supports his unwavering fortitude. In the quest to final glory and achievement Rolex assists the Swiss star Roger Federer, find his path to brilliance. Greatness is an aspect that relies more on the capacity of the human spirit and heart rather than mere talent. With an unfaltering determination and the heart of a true champion Roger Federer marches on to triumph.
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