Roger Federer, the legendary tennis player, has seamlessly transitioned his elegant style from the tennis court to the golf course, much to the admiration of current world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz. During a recent golf outing in Melbourne during the Australian Open, Alcaraz was struck by Federer's smooth swing and overall skill, describing it as "as beautiful as his tennis.
Federer, who retired from professional tennis in 2022, has only been playing golf for about two years. However, Alcaraz, who has been playing for five years, admitted that Federer already beats him, jokingly adding, "It hurts, yeah." This rapid improvement highlights Federer's natural athletic ability and dedication to his new hobby. Other tennis stars, like Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud, also enjoy golf as a way to relax.
The tennis community has taken notice of Federer's golf game. Golf star Rory McIlroy, who has played with Federer, noted that Federer has great technique and is very keen on the sport, even getting custom-fitted clubs. The Federer family has embraced golf, with his wife Mirka and their children also taking up the game, transforming them from a tennis family into a golf family. This sentiment was echoed by Alcaraz after his second-round win at the Australian Open, where he revealed his golf outing with Federer and praised the 20-time Grand Slam champion's abilities, stating, "Everything he does, he does in style, really beautiful."
