5 reasons why there will never be another Roger Federer

Federer thrived in a generation of superstarsRoger Federer has achieved what no one has ever achieved before: 18 Grand Slams. The number of Majors in his trophy cabinet is enough to set him apart from everyone, from any era.But here I will not give the case of Federer's records to make the argument that we will never see another Roger Federer. The Swiss star, apart from his Grand Slam total, has several other striking attributes that truely make him a one of a kind.Here are five reasons why there will never be another Roger Federer:

#5 Legend or just a simple guy?

Federer is the perfect idol for every young sportsperson

Federer has been at the top of his profession for the most period of time. He has received love from his fans and fellows throughout his career, and has done it all with unmatched grace and humbleness.

It is quite common for a person as celebrated as Federer to let success get to his head. Tiger Woods, for example, lost his way in his personal and professional life. But when you look at Federer, you get the impression that underneath all the regal airs and trophies, he is a simple person.

He is father to two sets of twins, husband to a woman who is not a super model, travels with his family on tour, visits Disney World with his children just a day after losing in the finals, and always sports an affable, comforting smile.

Federer has no faults in his character, a unique thing that can be boasted of by very few stars across all sports.

#4 On-court class

Roger Federer has one of the most elegant backhand on tour

The Swiss Maestro is the James Bond of Tennis. Why? Because he just doesn’t finish his work, he finishes it in style.

While other players will sweat and grunt and break racquets in frustration, Federer won’t even display a crease of nervousness on his forehead or give a valiant cry over his heavenly backhand winner. No matter whether he wins the point or loses it, he will measure his casual steps towards baseline, adjust his hair around his bandana and get ready to play the next point.

Just. Like. That.

Meanwhile, he can also play one of the most toughest shots with absurd ease. Take a look at the elegance in Federer’s strokes:

#3 Weeks at #1

Nike celebrated Federer’s 300 weeks at #1 spot

Roger Federer has many records to his name. But this one is certainly one of his best records, and will perhaps be the most difficult to surpass for a long time.

He is the only male player in the Open Era to be at the top spot for more than 300 weeks. Federer hit the impressive number thanks to his remarkable achievement of holding on to the No. 1 spot for 237 consecutive weeks - from February 2, 2004 to August 17, 2008.

To be at the top spot for such a long duration in a physically demanding sport, which is prone to injuries, is an unparalleled feat in itself.

#2 Fans\' favourite

The turnout for Federer’s matches – even practice sessions – is mammoth!

If Roger Federer has a special place in players’ hearts, he has even more special place in his fans' hearts.

From 2003, for a remarkable fourteen consecutive years, no one has been voted as the Fans’ Favorite besides Roger Federer. To grasp the scale of this achievement, one should remember he has won the award even in the peak years of Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

If you needed any more reason to confirm his greatness, look back to 2013 which marked the worst season of the Swiss’ grand career. But even then, Federer got hold of the prestigious Fans’ Favorite award by a considerable margin.

#1 Sportsmanship

Federer – a champion sportsman

Roger Federer just doesn’t win over his colleague on tennis courts; he wins them over in their hearts too. Over Federer’s career so far, the players in the ATP circuit have voted twelve times in favour of Federer for the sportsmanship award. This remarkable achievement truly sets him apart from his contemporaries, and perhaps even from players of all other eras.

Today, tennis has become a brutal sport, with large sums of prize money at stake in practically every tournament. But Federer has risen above all that, and should be an inspiration and role model for youngsters all over the world.