Federer Fine For "Lack of Effort" Documented in Book THE ROGER FEDERER STORY - World No. 1 tennis player Roger Federer, the epitomy of class and distinction on a tennis court, was once fined for violating the "Best Effort" rule. Documented in the book, THE ROGER FEDERER STORY, QUEST FOR PERFECTION (www.rogerfedererbook.com, New Chapter Press, $24.