
'Forbes': More billionaires than ever before
Forbes has reported a record number of billionaires, with the AI boom driving wealth, and Roger Federer is listed for the first time as a billionaire.
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Forbes has reported a record number of billionaires, with the AI boom driving wealth, and Roger Federer is listed for the first time as a billionaire.
Carlos Alcaraz boasts a faster “make up speed” than tennis legends Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
Rory McIlroy spent the majority of his career chasing an elusive Green Jacket, but when it finally rested on his shoulders last year, he didn’t know what to do with himself.
Paul Annacone has weighed in on Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner ahead of a possible clash between the two at Indian Wells. Currently, Annacone is coaching Taylor Fritz, and he’s previously worked with Roger Federer as well.
Novak Djokovic got his 2026 ATP Tour campaign off to a flying start. In his first and only tournament appearance so far this year, he went all the way to the Australian Open final.
Felix Auger-Aliassime extended his run in Dubai on Thursday, booking a spot in the semi-finals with a win over Jiri Lehecka. The top seed came through 6-3, 7-6 and will now face Daniil Medvedev for a place in the final.
Emma Raducanu recently signed a deal with Japanese clothing brand Uniqlo. Making the switch from Nike to Uniqlo, Raducanu followed in the footsteps of tennis legend Roger Federer.
Carlos Alcaraz discussed his distinct playing style, explaining why it differs from that of tennis legends Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, and how he filled a void in men's tennis.

Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz is still undefeated in 2026.
After completing the Career Grand Slam with victory at The Masters, Rory McIlroy turned to tennis great Roger Federer, whose advice about surpassing Pete Sampras’ record helped McIlroy rethink his goals and find renewed motivation. The golfer was impressed with Federer's answer which he thought was great as he’s lived it and he’s been through it.
Roger Federer’s love of football has always rivalled his passion for the sport he dominated for so many years.
Alexandra Eala has been turning heads across the tennis world, with her emergence on the WTA Tour drawing attention from several well-known names. Kim Clijsters was among the first to praise Eala following her performances earlier this season at both the Abu Dhabi Open and Dubai Tennis Championships.
Roger Federer has been vocal about the uniformity of court speeds in 2025, and it looks like the Dubai Tennis Championships have taken notice.
Roger Federer became such a mythical player in tennis that he even influenced players from other sports.
Benjamin Hassan on meeting hero Roger Federer at Dubai Tennis Championships: 'I'll never wash my hand again' thenationalnews.com
Roger Federer is one of the greatest tennis players of all time, and he has plenty of records to prove it. Federer boasts an unmatched Grand Slam record, more Wimbledon titles than anyone else, and five consecutive US Open crowns.

Follow The Athletic’s coverage of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells The fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells has arrived in California’s Coachella Valley. Here are the matches and players that have stood out, some things tennis fans may have missed, and what to look out for in the third round. Why is Carlos Alcaraz fed up of playing an already-retired legend? Of all the ways Carlos Alcaraz has improved over the past year or so, the most impressive might be one of the subtlest.
Comparisons between Carlos Alcaraz and the Big Three are already a regular talking point, and he’s barely into his 20s.
Australian tennis player Alex de Minaur recalled the only match in which he played against Roger Federer, emphasizing that it was a special experience for him, although
Roger Federer enjoyed one of the best seasons of his career in 2017, winning two Grand Slam titles.
Tennis and basketball are two sports that have always been intrinsically linked, with that relationship having only grown in recent years.
Emma Raducanu was announced to be joining Uniqlo as her new clothing sponsor. Raducanu had sported Nike since the age of 15, three years before she won the US Open title in 2021.
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