50 Ridiculously Good Half Volleys by Roger Federer 

Softest touch and most naturally talented player ever. That's undebatable. Djoko and Nadal might have gone pass him when it comes to pure athletism and mental toughness, but I dont find myself watching youtube clips from them. And neither do you, there's a reason for that.

Touch of a god, doesn´t get any better than that.

The greatest tennis player, an honour to watch the elegance with such effectiveness

Without doubt, Federer is the most talented, beautiful, vesatile player ever to play tennis. Variety of shots he plays, is far more than combined of Nadal or Novak. His volley , stop volley, backend, forehand and dropshots are very pleasing to watch. To play for 20 over yrs with very high consistency is simply amazing. And above all, he is very humble, down to earth always easy going with his fans and media. We hardly read or hear ppl say bad things abt him. It is astonoshing to know that he has never retired half way in 1500 plus matches he has played. This shows how much he loves Tennis.. No other player has this effect on public past 50 yrs plus. No wonder he gets so much love, respect and attention from Reporters, players and public.. Even if Novak wins 25 Slams, he can never match talent, skill, charishma, elegance and popularity of Federer. Novak may go down as Goat but Federer is Lion ( king who rules)..👌🏻👌🏻.

This is easily my favorite highlights you've ever done. It's a great demonstration of what sets Federer apart from everyone else.

Never seen another player that can do this with such consistency. Federer basically half-volleys multiple shots during any given rally.

Federer’s approach game and net game are unmatched in this generation. He’s able to drop the ball almost perfectly where it needs to be, so it’s out of reach. You usually get killed at the net if you don’t execute like this.

For me, the one at 4:18 is the best of a crazy bunch. His racket is coming ACROSS the ball and he has to time it right, and feather it, at the same time as opening it for a slice. All while getting into position with his feet. The sheer number of things that could go wrong but don't, along with the eye-hand coordination and awareness of his racket face, is mind-bendingly good to me.

2:46 is outrageous and one of the great pieces of Federer commentary "Maybe Blake should play the Federer Forehand".

Everything about him is otherworldly divine . Makes you go "This is the Greatest I am witnessing" and you feel thankful about it .

The owner of the best one handed half volley in history. Only one who comes close is Stefan Edberg

Roger Federer! GOAT! Klar die Anderen waren oder sind auch nicht gerade schlecht! Das machte es ja so interessant ! Einfach einzigartig! Er machte genau was Er dachte machen zu können! Einfach klasse! Man sieht die Liebe zum Spiel,Sport! Ich spiele selbst gar nicht! Aber Ihm zu zuschauen macht mir den Sport verständlich! Genau wie Jan-Owe Waldner im Tischtennis oder Michael im Auto! Federer ist für mich Tennis 🎾! Toll,immer wieder!

Anyone who keeps comparing Roger's backhand to other one-handers like Tsitsipas, Shapovalov, Dimitrov or Thiem (and seriously keeps saying they are similar or even on the same level) should see this video. None of them come close to Roger. Anyone who keeps saying the backhand is his great weakness that cost him more success (i.e. he would be a much better player with a two-hander) should watch this. It's a magical, extremely versatile shot.

One of the best things about these highlight videos is seeing the reactions of the opponents again. That half volley against Murray at 1:16 - from the year end finals in 2012 - never fails to crack me up. Murray was like, "WTF more am I supposed to do!?" Here's the thing about the GOAT debate - nobody has ever feared playing Rafa or Novak in their prime. Guys literally did not want to play Roger because as Agassi once put it when comparing Roger and Pete - Roger can squeeze you from every part of the court. When he's in "God Mode" - it doesn't matter who he's playing. Novak and Rafa have been both on the receiving end of some Roger beat downs. Even though he has a losing record against both? Out of all of the matches he's played against the 2 of them - there's only 1 really horrible from Roger where he was never in the match - and that's the 2008 French Open. There have been multiple times when he's played Novak and Rafa when it hasn't mattered what they did on court because Roger was untouchable.

I mean seriously, apart from their family members, why on earth would anybody not be a Federer fan, the man is an artist, a genius, the best ever

I was figuring which part of his game was most satisfying to watch. I settled on this one. This is the reason he always makes it deep into tournaments. People who do split step just stand still and watch. And people who hit it deep expecting to approach a defensive shot just get blue balled.

FedEx forever! In days of little to no FedEx, as a tennis fan I wonder why I’m unable to get behind another player …. This video right here is my reason! If you grew up on this, then everything else just pales…. What a compilation - Am cherishing these - RazOls never fails to deliver :)

Gift from "The Tennis Gods"... Unbelievably hand Skills... So Good 👋 👋 👋 👋...

I never thought a compilation of half-volleys would be my favorite Fed video ever!!! Also, I like that you keep the audio rolling through the beginning of the next clip. It's a nice touch. 👌

I've been watching your videos for almost 4 years now and coming from India where Tennis isn't as popular (don't have too many people to talk about it), I still remember the days when I started watching way back in the mid 2000's, Roger made playing tennis look ridiculously easy. I'm a decent athlete myself playing Volleyball, football and cricket but until I tried playing tennis, really couldn't appreciate the level of difficulty, skill and talent. Stats don't tell you the whole story, I mean in any sport, for example, MJ doesn't have the best stats in Basketball, Ayrton Senna neither in F1 but they are considered as reference points. I myself am a huge fan of Novak and Rafa for different reasons - Novak's consistency, Rafa's spirit - the guy doesn't know what giving up means. But I don't miss them when they aren't playing too much because such traits and their gameplay can be found in other really world-class players. But there can't and will never be another Roger. For me and I think for many tennis fans in general, we've crossed the stage where results matter. Anyway, thank you Raz.

Best half-volleyer of all time Best forehand of all time Best one-hander of all time Best serve of all time Best slice of al time Best hand of all time Still figuring out the goat talk?

The Physical Effort Which Federer plays Tennis seems so Relaxed and Peaceful....His Artistry with the Raquet is so Thrilling and Gravitating...Watching Federer play This Sport is Worth every Single Penny you might Spend to get a chance to Experience such Beautiful Languid Brilliance

The most naturally gifted genius that has ever played the game of tennis.

I love all of these "50 greatest...by Roger" videos. It just proves that he was the real deal and that his spectacular shots weren't one-off accidents. I remember a certain top player (who shall remain namelesss so I don't start a war) mimicking that Federer just stuck his racquet out and swung at a shot and it turned spectacular. But no. Roger is possibly the ONLY player in history who could hit these types of shots on the regular and maintain an incredible, champion-level record. There were other tricksters in the game, but not a single one of them ever won a Grand Slam, i.e., Monfils, Brown, Leconte, Santoro, Dmitrov, and a few others. Maybe the only exception to that is Noah, but he only one a single GS title. While Roger's total GS, Masters 1000, and YEC record may not stand up against Nadal and Djokovic when all is said and done, Roger's pure talent, hand-eye coordinator, and outside shot accuracy has never been equalled in the history of the game.

Thank you so much for this compilation! More than anything else, these trademark shots make him the greatest player ever to step on the court. The reactions from audiences and commentators alone -- priceless! If Federer was in the right frame of mind to confidently execute his most outrageous winners after putting in the delicate footwork needed, he was more or less invincible. Once again: Thank you, Raz Ols, and thank you, Roger Federer, for this beautiful legacy!

I love how the first half of the video are BH shots and second FH shots. All shots are pure magic.

The timing required to do this is a very very rare talent. Unequalled. A lot of those shots were insane!

Atingere magica Marca Federer. Sanatate multa si asteptam sa revii in forta.

I remember a half volley forehand in the Australian open final against Cilic, espectacular shot

Joy to watch, notice the reaction of the ppl in the background !! You probably can make another hour of ridiculous half volleys by Federer.

Amazing 😍😍😍

It's the best tackle in the history of tennis and Federer is the most skillful of the courts.

I mean, he makes it look so easy 😳 This is what is missing from tennis these days… I hope he returns soon 🤞 Thanks for the video Raz!

I have been a subscriber for years of your channel and a tennis fanatic, you do a great job with the videos, successes bro

Otros tendrán mas GS, pero como él, no hay y no habrá. Como dijo una vez David Ferrer: "Roger hace que parezca fácil". Y no hace alarde de sus golpes mágicos. GENIO DE LA RAQUETA !!!!!!

As a long time tennis player and fan since about 1980, and having watched all the wonderful players between then and now, I sometimes ask myself who I would most want to be able to play like? Only one answer comes to mind: Roger Federer.

"Pure genius."!! More examples of the man who will never be equaled.

This is the definition of GOAT. Lasting legacy for a 100 years.

Two things: Firstly, that RF was doing that when he was young (with his ponytail), and in his later years (UNI QLO sponsered). and Secondly, that this is why I love to watch High-level ATP tennis. The opponents are great and making amazing shots. Federer is just Better.

The shot against Hewitt and Gasquet are practically identical

Speechless..💫♥️

When you watch Rafa and Nole, you realize they are great athletes. Watching Fedplay, you realize he’s a great artist who happens to play tennis.

If and when they decide to come up with a box-set of Federer's most beautiful games ( of which there will be 100s if not 1000s ) I am buying the whole box set and watching it anytime I wanna feel on top of the world.

One of my favorite shots of federer is his half volley and it's the best half volley in tennis .

no one is closed to federer in term of skills with tennis racquet....that's why in the goat debate when you talking about Federer, it's beyond the achievement, at least for me, because he is the most skilled tennis player in the history.

I miss watching this guy play every week. We need you back, Roger.

An important one missed from this cool video was vs Nadal, backhand down the line half volley, 2017 Indian Wells. Pure genius!

Proved to be beyond existence of mind...second to none skillset

god

Loooooolll I choked from laughter, 'last time we saw one of those, God was a boy.' 1:32

Often it's a clear tactic - push the other chap further and further out, move in on the final push, then direct the ball the other way. Amazes me that you can plan and execute like that in such fast game. Lovely to watch anyway.

Федерер, явно прошёл эту игру ))

Did you include those 2 halfvolleys against Delpo at the AO 2009? I watched the conplete video but maybe I missed them😅

Guga showing young Fed who is the boss in da house. Great match.

Federer playing tennis is like watching Jordan play basketball. On a different level to everybody else !!!!

11:12 shows the difference between the fastest and the best forhand.

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I find this his most impressive shot. No one else can do it.

“You can’t practice this shot.” Well what do you think Federer does? How else could it be that easy for him?

"Look at the hands...the majestry!" lol 00:57

Sinplemente magico

Simple, easy (apparently) and elegant, whatelse !

FedEx the magician

Federer is like that one dude in your favorite TDM server that quickscope oneshots you that you call nolife virgin out of rage, but really deep down you know he's just _better_ than you lmao.

Ti amo immensamente ❤❤❤, non esiste il paragone con nessuno

Is it allowed to upload best ofs yourself?

God

wow looks just like me at the park 🌲🌳🌲

Just the best player ever stats be dammed.

Im really starting to notice that its al backhands, is rogers backhandvolley so much better then his forehand volley?

🤯

Every opponent should be required to make noise so you know who you're going for... Betterer.

the statistical GOAT nadal still dont know what a half volley is.

Honestly, I feel bad that the golden era is past us. We will never watch anything like Federer's touch, Rafa's grit, and Novak's resilience.

12:43 slinky as frkn shot

I thought these were called “on the rise” shots

So Roger mostly is only good on half volleys with the backhand? Good to know the next time I play him

An awful lot of these against Djoko.....😇

Hos half volleys from the baseline only got better as he aged.

01:45 stop it

1:43 “last time we saw one of those, god was a boy.” Is it me or does this guy make the weirdest comments?

Just re name it the fed

Mucho saque y volea, el juego de Nadal es más divertido y espectacular.

Be.

1 of the things/ skills the younger generation lacks...

Yes, while technically you can hit half volleys from the baseline, I think only ones at net should have been included

Half of these half volleys aren’t even half vollies