Federer set to become first living person to be on coin in Switzerland

Roger Federer will become the first living person to be celebrated on a coin in the country, it has been revealed.

Swissmint will release a Federer 20 Swiss Francs commemorative coin; to tie in with his 20 Grand Slams in January and a SFr50 gold coin in May.

"In addition to his sporting brilliance, Roger Federer is above all; the perfect ambassador for Switzerland," said the company in a statement. "He has a unique way of embodying likeability, down-to-earthiness; success and eloquence."

"Thank you Switzerland and Swissmint for this incredible honour and privilege," said the World Number Three.

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