Swiss tennis superstar Roger Federer amassed three significant awards at the ATP World Tour Finals and the world number seven was presented with the trophies during an on-court ceremony at the ATP World Tour Finals at The O2 in London, Great Britain.
Federer was once again selected by peers as the recipient of the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award for the ninth time. He also was voted by fans as the ATPWorldTour.com Fans’ Favourite presented by Moët & Chandon for an 11th straight year.
On receiving the Sportsmanship award, Federer said, “It is very special as Stefan Edberg was my hero growing up, when all I wanted to do was play on the ATP World Tour. So to follow in his footsteps is wonderful and I hope I can be a role model for players growing up.
“It’s all a bit overwhelming to be honest,” admitted Federer, when he received the Fans’ Favourite award. “I have been around a long time, so I guess that helps. I appreciate all the fans turning up to stadiums around the world. You (the fans) keep me working hard. I am forever grateful.”
Federer was also named as the recipient of the Arthus Ashe Humanitarian of the Year. This is the second time he has won this accolade (first time in 2006). This is in recognition of his foundation’s continuous support of the children in Africa and Switzerland.
With the three awards, Federer has now a total of 27 ATP World Tour Awards – a record.
“It is something very personal on many levels,” said Federer. “I never thought that it would be possible as a young boy to establish a foundation. Arthur Ashe and Andre Agassi inspired me by their example.
“It is 10 years since we established the foundation. We hope to touch one million lives by 2018. It is an honour to receive this award for a second time.”
