The most recent beneficiary of Roger Federer’s good wishes is none other than his compatriot and NHL defenseman Roman Josi.
On Wednesday, Roman Josi was sent several congratulatory messages from his teammates, friends and family at a mini-event in the Bridgestone Arena, where the mayor - John Cooper - proclaimed 23 September as Roman Josi Day. And the Nashville Predators captain even received a surprise message from his long-time friend Roger Federer.
Roger Federer congratulates Roman Josi on winning the Norris Trophy
This Monday, Roman Josi was awarded the prestigious James Norris Memorial Trophy for being the best defensive player in National Hockey League (NHL) during the 2020 season. In doing so, Josi became the first Swiss man to be bestowed with one of ice hockey’s most prestigious awards.
Immediately after this immense acclaim, a celebratory gathering was arranged in the home stadium of the Nashville Predators where a host of people sent in congratulatory video messages for Josi.
One of them was his compatriot Roger Federer. The legendary Swiss star was all smiles as he recorded his heartfelt tribute to Roman Josi.
A recipient of numerous accolades himself, Roger Federer wasted no time in letting the star blueliner know that he greatly admired him and the sport of ice hockey.
Roger Federer continued to wax lyrical about Roman Josi, even revealing he was the ‘biggest fan’ of the Predators’ captain. The man with 20 Grand Slam titles did not hide his delight at Roman Josi’s achievement as he remarked that he was ‘proud’ of him.
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