How old was Federer when he met Mirka?

How old was Federer when he met Mirka?

How did Federer and his wife meet? The magical moment happened at the Sydney 2000 Olympics, where the Swiss tennis players and wrestlers were sharing accommodation in the Olympic village. It had become apparent that 18-year-old Federer was infatuated with fellow tennis player Miroslava ‘Mirka’ Vavrinec, who was 21.

How much older is Mirka than Roger?

Roger is four years younger than his wife, so he was intimidated to make a move.

Why did Mirka Federer retire?

Mirka retired from tennis in 2002 due to a persistent foot injury but was often seen supporting her husband in the stands. “The last few years have been tough for me, but I think it was even tougher for her,” Federer told Blick. “With all her injuries, she didn’t enjoy watching me anymore. I felt sorry for her too.