"Roger Federer always has everything under control" - Belinda Bencic
Belinda Bencic recently showered rich praise on compatriot Roger Federer’s amiable nature. Bencic talked about how Federer unfailingly greets everyone he comes across, even though there is always a lot of fanfare and hype around him wherever he goes.
Belinda Bencic was speaking in an interview with Aargauer Zeitung, where she also highlighted her desire to compete alongside Roger Federer at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
Bencic began by describing Federer’s friendly and composed demeanor when he interacts with his numerous fans. She recalled in particular her time at the Hopman Cup, where she saw the 39-year-old’s top-notch social skills with her own eyes.
"Roger is so easy-going. He always has everything under control, which I saw first hand at the Hopman Cup,” Bencic said.
The World No. 11 further revealed that she struggles to understand how Federer manages to be cordial with everyone he meets. The 39-year-old is never fazed by the attention he gets, which is something that Bencic is in awe of.
“He (Federer) always manages to greet everyone,” Bencic added. “I'm overwhelmed when two people want something from me at the same time.”
Bencic did point out, however, that her compatriot might not have been as socially adept when he was her age (23). Federer has years of experience of dealing with the celeb life, which Bencic doesn't think she will ever manage to accumulate herself.
“But Roger must have learned to deal with it first,” Bencic continued. “At 23, he probably couldn't do that. I couldn't live like him."
If we stay healthy, I would like to play at the Olympics with Roger Federer: Belinda Bencic
Belinda Bencic also expressed her hope of pairing up with Roger Federer for the mixed doubles event at next year's Tokyo Olympics. However, she was quick to add that Federer hasn't yet agreed to the partnership.
Bencic also stressed on the importance of both players being fit for the Olympics.
“I'm ready, it's just up to Roger now (laughs),” Bencic said. “No, nothing has been decided yet, everything is still very far away for me. The Olympic Games remain one of my big goals - in singles and maybe also in mixed. If we stay healthy, I would like to compete with Roger."