
The Meteoric Rise of Prime Federer (2003–2007):
It wasn’t just dominance—it was a takeover.
• 2003: Wins his first Grand Slam at Wimbledon. People knew he was talented—but few expected what came next.
• 2004: Explodes. Wins 3 of the 4 Slams, becomes World No. 1, and stays there for 237 straight weeks—a record still untouched.
• 2005–2007: He’s not just beating top players—he’s demolishing them. He wins 11 more Grand Slams in those 3 years, makes 10 straight Slam finals, and finishes each year as the undisputed best in the world.
His rivals? All-time greats. His results? Historical. But what truly made him mythical was the style with which he dominated: the one-handed backhand, the half-volley return, the no-look drop shots. It felt like he was playing a different sport.
There will be players who win more. There will be power, grit, and records. But Federer? Federer was a moment in time when tennis became art—and art like that doesn’t happen twice. #federer #nadal #djokovic #goat #goats #tennis