Roger Federer

Roger Federer is a Swiss professional tennis player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. He turned pro in 1998 at the age of 17 and has since become one of the most successful and popular athletes in the world. Alongside the likes of Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, he redefined the era of tennis and is collectively called the “Big Three” for their dominance on the court, which has elevated tennis to a new height.

Federer's legacy extends beyond tennis, as after retiring from tennis in 2022, he has been on a mission to further improve early education in Switzerland and South Africa through his foundation. He has also collaborated with several other organizations to provide his assistance to various other issues that many face around the world, and through these honorable deeds, he is leaving a footprint of his philanthropic legacy.

What is Roger Federer’s Net worth?

Currently, Roger Federer's net worth of around $550 million, making him one of the richest athletes in the world.

 Federer earned around $130 million throughout his career as a professional tennis player. Besides that, he has also earned so much from endorsements and sponsorships with some of the world's biggest brands that it dwarfs his on-court earnings. Some of the major companies he has endorsed throughout his career are Nike and Rolex, from which he earns $10 million and $8 million, respectively. All of this combined makes his sponsor portfolio unparalleled in the sports world. 

Notably, he also secured a groundbreaking ten-year, $300 million deal with Japanese apparel brand Uniqlo in 2018. To add to it, Federer also holds a stake in the Swiss athletic company "On", which went public in 2021. This investment, too, has the potential to be one of his most lucrative paydays. Moreover, the most he ever earned in a year was $106.3 million in 2020, and he was also one of 5 active athletes to earn more than $1 billion.

What is Roger Federer’s claim to fame?

Roger Federer's claim to fame is his remarkable success as a professional tennis player. His journey from the beginning to the end is quite an impressive one. Below is a list of the specific periods that led him to become one of the greatest tennis players ever.

• Beginning of the Dominance: From 2004 onwards, Federer began to dominate the tennis world for the next 3 years. In the meantime, he won numerous Grand Slam titles and was ranked as the No. 1 player for 237 consecutive weeks.
• Career Grand Slam: After Federer won the French Open in 2009, he joined the elite group of players who have won all four major titles in tennis. This also led to his name being cemented as one of the best players to ever play the game.
• Continued Success: In his late 30s, Federer faced quite some tough competition; however, he still managed to win several accolades, including a historic 20th Grand Slam at the Austalia Open in 2018. This also made many believe and consider that he was the best player to ever play the game. 

What brands have Roger Federer endorsed?

Brand endorsements has been the highest source of income for Federe, as he earns around $95 million from it alone.

Roger Federer has been a highly sought-after brand ambassador and has endorsed numerous companies throughout his career. Here are some of the notable brands he has endorsed:

• Nike: Federer's long-standing partnership with Nike went one for almost 2 decades and ended in 2018, and the brand payed him around $10 million annually. He also wore Nike apparel on the court and even had his own line of shoes, the Nike Zoom Vapor 9 Tour.
• Uniqlo: After bidding farewell to tennis, Roger Federer signed a $300 million, 10-year deal with the Japanese clothing retail chain Uniqlo.
• Rolex: He has been a global ambassador for Rolex since 2006. He has appeared in several ad campaigns for the luxury watch brand and is often seen wearing a Rolex watch off the court. Originally, his deal was around $1.5 million a year. However, after it ended, Federer re-signed a deal that currently pays him around $8 million a year.
• Credit Suisse: The ex-tennis star has been a brand ambassador for the $3.56 billion worth of global investment bank Credit Suisse since 2009. He has appeared in various advertisements for the Swiss bank and even partnered with them to launch the Roger Federer Foundation in 2003.
• Mercedes-Benz: Since 2018, Federer has been a brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz, through which he is known to earn around $5 million annually. He also appeared in several ad campaigns for the luxury car brand and even drove a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG to the 2010 US Open. In 2022, Mercedes-Benz released a teaser titled “Neon Legacy,” in which Roger Federer can be seen with a new iconic neon/yellow AMG GT model.
• Lindt: Federer has been a global ambassador for Lindt Chocolate since 2009. After the multi-year contract extension with the company in 2017, he has been bagging a hefty $20 million annually.
• Wilson: Federer has been using Wilson tennis rackets since the beginning of his career. He signed a 10-year deal with Wilson in 2006 and continued using their rackets exclusively on the court until his retirement.
• Moet & Chandon: Federer became a brand ambassador for Moet & Chandon champagne in 2012 after signing a $6 million, five-year contract. He has appeared in several ad campaigns for the brand and even celebrated his record-breaking 8th Wimbledon title with a bottle of Moet & Chandon champagne.
• On: Roger joined the company in 2019 as a brand ambassador and even got a 3% stake in the company which is worth somewhere around $180 million as of now.

These are just a few of the many brands that Roger Federer has endorsed throughout his career. His endorsement deals have helped him become one of the highest-paid athletes in the world.

How does Roger Federer spend his wealth?

Federer has been one of the biggest names in the tennis world for several years, not only for being one of the highest-earning sportsmen but also for spending wealth on various assets. Below is a list of some of the most prominent assets he currently owns:

How many houses does Roger Federer own?

Roger Federer owns several properties around the world, but the exact number of houses he owns is not publicly known. Here are some of the properties that he currently owns:

• Herrliberg, Switzerland: Federer 5,800-square-meter parcel in Herrliberg, Switzerland, for which he has reportedly paid $30 million. This place is set on a high scenic slope that overlooks the Zurich lake.
• Wollerau Home: The tennis maven owns a $7.3 million house in Wollerau, Switzerland. This house was built from scratch on a 1.5-acre plot of land. 
• Valbella, Switzerland: Federer owns a modern mountain pad in Chalet in Valbella, Switzerland, which is a popular ski resort town in the Swiss Alps. However, its price remains unknown.
• Dubai, UAE: Federer also owns a $23.5 million penthouse in Dubai, specifically in the 50-story "Le Reve" skyscraper. His residence includes five bedrooms and 15,715 square feet of living space.

What cars and other high-end vehicles does Roger Federer own?

Most of the cars owned by Roger Federer are by Mercedes-Benz.

The tennis star's car collection is quite exotic and extensive. However, the same cannot be said for his other high-end vehicles. Below is a list of his cars and his other vehicles:

Cars

• 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4MATIC ($79,800): In 2018, Federer received a CLS 450 4MATIC as a prize for winning the 40th Mercedes Cup at the Stuttgart tennis tournament.
• 2021 Mercedes-Benz S580 ($116,300): Mercedes-Benz collaborated with Federer back in 2021 for an ad that shows how the tennis star relieves his stress by driving the S-Class.
• Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR ($117,000): Reportedly, Roger Federer’s garage also includes a black 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR SUV.
• 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS ($102,000): Roger is a long-standing promoter of Mercedes-Benz. Hence, it is no surprise that he actually owns the EQS model. Many snapshots have been taken in which Roger Federer can be seen happily posing with his black Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.

Private Jets

• Bombardier Challenger 350: Federer currently owns just one private jet, and that is the $17.5 million Bombardier Challenger 350, as he most often charters private jets through Netjets.

Yachts

Although Federer has been rumored to own two yachts and has been spotted with one of them, the exact details regarding his yacht remain unknown.

What are Roger Federer’s charitable contributions?

Federer is quite well known for his philanthropy and has made significant charitable contributions throughout his career. Here are some of the notable charitable contributions made by Federer:

• Roger Federer Foundation: Federer established the Roger Federer Foundation in 2003 to support education projects in some of the poorest regions of the world. The foundation has provided funding for over 1.5 million children in 18 countries in Africa and Switzerland.
• UNICEF: Federer has been a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF since 2006. He has helped raise awareness and funds for various UNICEF initiatives, including their programs to provide education, clean water, and healthcare to children in need.
• Make-A-Wish Foundation: Federer has granted numerous wishes for children through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, including hitting tennis balls with them on the court and hosting them in his private box at tournaments.
• COVID-19 Relief: Federer, through his Roger Federer Foundation, made a generous $1 million donation to COVID-19 relief efforts in 2020 so that the families affected by the novel coronavirus would receive some support.

These are just a few of the many charitable contributions that Roger Federer has made throughout his career. His dedication to philanthropy has earned him numerous awards and recognition as well.

What's next for Roger Federer?

Throughout 2024, Federer has been surprisingly quite active after his retirement in 2022, as he has been to various interviews, and shows and has also been spotted watching matches of the 2024 Euros. He also spoke about how the stock market and investment market shows you the reality, and how he over came all the difficulties and is finally leading a happy retirement.