Roger Federer has been appointed global brand ambassador for UNIQLO, and will represent the Japanese fashion brand at all tournaments throughout the year, starting with Wimbledon.

Federer, currently world number two, commented 'I am deeply committed to tennis and to winning championships. But like UNIQLO, I also have great love for life, culture and humanity. We share a strong passion to have a positive impact on the world around us and look forward to combining our creative endeavours'.