August 8th: The Day the World #1 Tennis Player was Born

On this day in 1981, Switzerland's finest tennis player, and the current world number one, Roger Federer was born. Considered by many critics, sports players and fans to be the greatest tennis player of all time, Federer has performed consistently and exceptionally throughout his sporting career, raking in prize after prize, trophy after trophy, and a couple of Olympic medals too! His repertoire of awards and achievements is hugely impressive, whether it be representing his home country Switzerland at the Olympic Games, or individually at competitions like the French, Australian and US Opens, Grand Slam and, most notably, Wimbledon.

Federer: World #1

   Roger's success isn't limited to the tennis court either. After meeting his tennis-playing wife Mirka Vavrinec at the Olympic Games of Sydney 2000, they married in 2009 and now have identical twin daughters. So whilst being World Number 1 Dad, Mr Federer still employs much of his time, money and effort into establishing, contributing and helping charities. For example, The Roger Federer Foundation began in 2003 and aims to help disadvantaged people and promote sports and active lifestyles. What a guy. Coming up against his rivals Nadal, Djokovic and Scotsman (when losing)/Briton (when winning) Andy Murray, Federer has provided some of the most tense yet enjoyable tennis in history. All this, and he's only 31 this year!