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Roger Federer
Roger Federer was born on August 8, 1981 in Basel, Switzerland. He reached the ATP Top 10 the year he turned 19, and won his first ATP title the year he turned 20.
Roger Federer was born in 1981 and is currently 45 years old. Anyone born before 1981 is older than Roger.
Roger Federer is 45 years old in 2026, born on August 8, 1981 in Basel, Switzerland (Leo).
Roger Federer is 45 years old in 2026 and turned 45 on August 8, 2026. Roger Federer's age in every year ↓
Born
August 8, 1981
World pop. at birth
~4.5B
Roger's age
45
Your age
20
Are you older than Roger Federer?
No — Roger Federer was born in 1981. You were born in 2006, making you 25 years younger.
At your age (20), Roger had already won his first ATP title (the year he turned 20), but hadn't yet won his first Grand Slam title (the year he turned 22).
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Roger's Life Timeline
Roger Federer was born on August 8, 1981, in Basel, Switzerland. He grew up in a sporting family, with his father being a Swiss national and his mother being South African. Federer began playing tennis at a young age and showed exceptional talent early on, which led to his participation in various junior tournaments. His dedication to the sport and natural ability set the foundation for a remarkable career.
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Federer turned professional in 1998 at the age of 17. He achieved his first significant milestone by winning his first ATP title in 2001. Over the years, he accumulated a total of 20 Grand Slam singles titles, including a record eight Wimbledon titles. His playing style, characterized by grace and precision, earned him numerous accolades and a reputation as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. He also became the world No. 1 in the ATP rankings multiple times throughout his career.
In addition to his on-court success, Federer has made significant contributions off the court, including founding the Roger Federer Foundation, which supports education initiatives for children in Africa. He has been recognized with various awards for his sportsmanship and charitable work. As of 2023, Federer remains a beloved figure in the sports world, admired for his achievements and his impact on tennis and philanthropy.
Turned professional
Roger Federer was 17 years old when he turned professional in 1998. This marked the beginning of his illustrious career in tennis, setting the stage for his future successes on the ATP Tour.
Roger Federer turned 17 in 1998, the year he turned professional. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Reached the ATP Top 10
Roger Federer was 19 years old when he reached the ATP Top 10 for the first time in 2000. This achievement highlighted his rapid rise in the tennis world and established him as a formidable competitor.
Roger Federer turned 19 in 2000, the year he reached the ATP Top 10. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his first ATP title
Roger Federer was 20 years old when he won his first ATP title in 2001 at the Swiss Open. This victory marked his entry into the ranks of professional champions and boosted his confidence.
Roger Federer turned 20 in 2001, the year he won his first ATP title. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his first Grand Slam title
Roger Federer was 22 years old when he won his first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in 2003. This victory not only solidified his status as a top player but also began his journey towards becoming a tennis legend.
Roger Federer turned 22 in 2003, the year he won his first Grand Slam title. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became world No. 1
Roger Federer was 24 years old when he became the world No. 1 in the ATP rankings for the first time in 2005. This achievement underscored his dominance in men's tennis during that era.
Roger Federer turned 24 in 2005, the year he became world No. 1. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won three Grand Slam titles in a single year
Roger Federer was 26 years old when he won three Grand Slam titles in 2007. This remarkable feat showcased his exceptional skill and consistency, further establishing him as one of the greatest players in tennis history.
Roger Federer turned 26 in 2007, the year he won three Grand Slam titles in a single year. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his 18th Grand Slam title
Roger Federer was 36 years old when he won his 18th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open in 2017. This victory was particularly significant as it demonstrated his enduring talent and ability to compete at the highest level.
Roger Federer turned 36 in 2017, the year he won his 18th Grand Slam title. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Announced retirement from tennis
Roger Federer was 39 years old when he announced his retirement from professional tennis in 2020. This decision marked the end of an era in tennis and left a lasting legacy in the sport.
Roger Federer turned 39 in 2020, the year he announced retirement from tennis. Are you older than Roger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Roger Federer in each year?
- 2026
- Roger Federer is 45 years old in 2026 and turned 45 on August 8, 2026.
- 2000
- Roger Federer was 18 at the start of 2000 and turned 19 on August 8, 2000. That year, he reached the ATP Top 10.
- 2001
- Roger Federer was 19 at the start of 2001 and turned 20 on August 8, 2001. That year, he won his first ATP title.
- 2003
- Roger Federer was 21 at the start of 2003 and turned 22 on August 8, 2003. That year, he won his first Grand Slam title.
- 2005
- Roger Federer was 23 at the start of 2005 and turned 24 on August 8, 2005. That year, he became world No. 1.
- 2007
- Roger Federer was 25 at the start of 2007 and turned 26 on August 8, 2007. That year, he won three Grand Slam titles in a single year.
- 2017
- Roger Federer was 35 at the start of 2017 and turned 36 on August 8, 2017. That year, he won his 18th Grand Slam title.
Roger Federer's age in every year
Ages change on August 8: the first number is before that birthday, the second after it.
- 19810 years old
- 19820 → 1 years old
- 19831 → 2 years old
- 19842 → 3 years old
- 19853 → 4 years old
- 19864 → 5 years old
- 19875 → 6 years old
- 19886 → 7 years old
- 19897 → 8 years old
- 19908 → 9 years old
- 19919 → 10 years old
- 199210 → 11 years old
- 199311 → 12 years old
- 199412 → 13 years old
- 199513 → 14 years old
- 199614 → 15 years old
- 199715 → 16 years old
- 199816 → 17 years old
- 199917 → 18 years old
- 200018 → 19 years old
- 200119 → 20 years old
- 200220 → 21 years old
- 200321 → 22 years old
- 200422 → 23 years old
- 200523 → 24 years old
- 200624 → 25 years old
- 200725 → 26 years old
- 200826 → 27 years old
- 200927 → 28 years old
- 201028 → 29 years old
- 201129 → 30 years old
- 201230 → 31 years old
- 201331 → 32 years old
- 201432 → 33 years old
- 201533 → 34 years old
- 201634 → 35 years old
- 201735 → 36 years old
- 201836 → 37 years old
- 201937 → 38 years old
- 202038 → 39 years old
- 202139 → 40 years old
- 202240 → 41 years old
- 202341 → 42 years old
- 202442 → 43 years old
- 202543 → 44 years old
- 202644 → 45 years old
