Lobbing Federer changed his life – the cult hero back at Wimbledon
Marcus Willis is best known for playing Roger Federer on Wimbledon's Centre Court but, 10 years on, he says he is not defined by that magical moment.
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"People say, did you enjoy every moment? No, I was playing a tennis match. It's not always fun."
— Marcus Willis , Athlete
"It's not just being good. It's having the money, it's staying injury-free, it's travelling the world, not seeing your kids grow up properly."
— Marcus Willis , Athlete
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Marcus Willis is best known for playing Roger Federer on Wimbledon's Centre Court but, 10 years on, he says he is not defined by that magical moment.
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