Will Federer win Laureus Sportsman of the Year?

Question

Roger Federer has been nominated for the Laureus Sportsman of the Year award, a title which he has won four times previously. So, after becoming the most successful Grand Slam titlist in men’s tennis, will Federer again take the prize?

Answer 1

Federer has certainly put forward a strong case for it. Completing a career Grand Slam with the French Open title, winning his 16th major title to break Pete Sampras’ record, and regaining the No. 1 spot. That’s a performance that on the face of it will be tough to beat – and most other nominees haven’t completed quite such record breaking feats.