The author met Roger Federer first time on September 11, 1996.
Step-by-step explanation:
Mirka Federer the author of Quest for perfection and also the wife of Roger Federer. She shares her first encounter with him in the book when Roger was 15 years old and was on his way to achieve success as Best Swiss Tennis Player.
Mirka was also a professional player back then, and admired Roger for his passion and hard work towards the sport. The love for the same sport connected them and eventually they got hitched together. While writing the biography, Mirka becomes nostalgic through her description.