I had the pleasure to meet Federer a couple of times. This summer he came to the tennis club close to my home. After that I understood him better why he seem arrogant to some.
I think he just tries to avoid talking about others and end up talking about himself. Maybe he is afraid that people will misunderstand him and say he talk badly about others.
He is very popular here in London. Rafa is also very popular here. I know so many people who have no problem liking them both.
Federer will be missed badly when he retires. I try not to think about it. Makes me sad..