Roger Federer's social media reach is enormours, says Australia's Minister

had a very busy time in Perth, visiting the Pinnacles and all the great nature of the area. The Western Australia Tourism Minister feels excited to have the Swiss back in the country for the third year in a row.

It is wonderful to have this opportunity to show Roger Federer another extraordinary part of our State. His appeal transcends the game of tennis and his social media reach is enormous, said Papalia. Federers global influence will showcase the Pinnacles to a worldwide audience as one of many unspoilt natural attractions people can experience when they visit WA, along with our delicious fresh produces including local seafood.

The quokka photograph reached more than half a billion people in 45 countries and sparked a tourism trend with visitors, including a growing list of celebrities replicating the popular photo. Federer will play his first 2019 Hopman Cup match on December 30 against the Brit Cameron Norrie, trying to defend the title he won 12 months ago with his compatriot Belinda Bencic.

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