Jules Rojer is the definition of a warrior on the ATP Tour.

A doubles specialist from the small Caribbean island of Curaco, Rojer´s tennis career has already spanned more than 20 years, winning 37 doubles titles and 4 Grand Slams along the way.

Rojer has been as high as world number 3 in doubles. He won his first Men’s doubles Grand Slam at the age of 35 at Wimbledon, and his 3rd aged 41 in Paris in 2021. In today´s episode he shares his story that has led to this point.

Jules tells us about:-

The early influences that helped shape his mindset and work ethic on his home island of Curaçao.The influence and emotion attached to parental love and support.How winning isn't the only measure of success in sports.How doubles has changed during his career.

Jules is a storyteller, and this episode is filled with stories that will make you laugh, smile and the odd tear! But most of all you will learn what it takes to create a champion when the odds are stacked against you, and how you do that whilst maintaining a healthy and humble attitude towards life.

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