A Quote by Roger Federer

My heart is in South Africa, through my mum. My mum being from here, me spending a lot of time here as well, I feel most connected to this part of the world.

Roger Federer

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Africa Being Connected Feel Heart Lot Me Most Mum My Heart Part South South Africa Spending Through Time Well World

Quote Author

Roger Federer
Swiss - Athlete
Born: August 8, 1981

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