Story about Roger Federer planning next move based on opponent's grip stuns Joe Rogan [VIDEO]

Joe Rogan gets surprised after knowing about a feature of Roger Federer
Joe Rogan is in awe of Roger Federer's skills. [Image courtesy: Getty Images]

Joe Rogan was visibly stunned after podcast guest Michael Kosta highlighted Roger Federer's insane judgment during a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience (JRE).

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During the podcast, they delved deep into Kosta's field of interest: tennis. They even compared tennis and MMA, drawing parallels between the two sports. When Kosta revealed how a minor difference in Federer's rival's grip was enough for the Swiss icon to predict their shot, Rogan was in disbelief.

Kosta, who is also a comedian and hosts the Tennis Anyone podcast, said:

"Roger Federer would notice his opponent with a quarter of an inch open up grip on the run, and Roger would know, 'A forehand slice is coming, I'll sneak in and pop it.'"
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Rogan reacted:

"Really? Just the grip? Wow!"

Check out Joe Rogan and Michael Kosta's conversation about Roger Federer's skills below (55:00):

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Federer enjoyed a remarkable career spanning over two decades, winning 20 Grand Slam singles titles, including eight Wimbledon championships. He held the world No. 1 ranking for 310 weeks, including a record 237 consecutive weeks, and secured 103 ATP singles titles.

The tennis legend announced his retirement in September 2022.

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