His serve is formidable , his forehand lethal , his backhand a work of art , and his volley nearly flawless .
Federer has earned that distinction in the minds of many because of his superb all - around game .
Federer 's serve is formidable , his forehand lethal , his backhand a work of art , and his volley nearly flawless .
Federer has earned that distinction in the minds of many because of his superb all - around game .