Tennis legend Roger Federer and his wife Mirka are celebrating the arrival of twin boys, expanding their family with yet another set of twins. The couple, whose affinity for doubles extends beyond the court, first welcomed twin girls, Charlene Riva and Myla Rose, in July 2009. Now, in a delightful twist of fate, they have added two baby boys to their growing clan.
The news of Mirka giving birth to the twins on Thursday, Jan 4th, took fans by surprise, as Federer had only announced the pregnancy in September 2023, without disclosing the number of expected arrivals. The tennis maestro expressed his regret to fans for the unforeseen hiatus from the sport, promising a swift return to the Tour after the momentous family event.
“I apologize to my fans and hope to be back soonest,” Federer conveyed to CNN. “I’ll be training near my home, and am excited to rejoin the Tour soon.” The unexpected nature of the announcement has left fans and the tennis community buzzing with excitement and warm wishes for the Federer family.
The Federers’ journey into parenthood has been marked by the extraordinary occurrence of twin births, solidifying the notion that twins indeed run in their family. The couple’s ability to balance the demands of a high-profile sports career with the joys and challenges of raising four children is a testament to their resilience and dedication.
As the tennis world eagerly awaits Federer’s return to competitive action, the focus momentarily shifts to the newest members of the Federer family. The names and additional details of the twin boys are yet to be disclosed, adding an element of anticipation to the heartwarming news.
Congratulations pour in for Roger Federer and Mirka on this joyous occasion, as they navigate the exciting journey of parenting once again, proving that for the Federers, love and blessings come in twofold.