The Swiss star endured a difficult end to the 2018 season.
After winning the Swiss Indoors in Basel, he was on course to win his 100th ATP title.
But the milestone unfortunately eluded him meaning he’ll have to wait until next season to reach the feat.
He was beaten in the semi-finals of the Paris Masters by Novak Djokovic before losing out to Alexander Zverev at the ATP World Tour finals.
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Now the 37-year-old is hoping to make amends at the Australian Open in January.
“I love to be in Australia, the people know that, I got inspired by so many people like, Roach, Carter, I loved to watch Rafter back then, I can‘t wait to be back down there,” he said.
Federer was then asked what makes his game so special.
“I think that variety of my shots: I can always switch and, like I said, still surprise myself,” he added.
“All this is very funny besides representing a nice challenge. I can adapt to any kind of opponents.
“The love for the game is important as well because it allows me to face the daily work and all the rest with a positive attitude.”
Federer finished the year as World No 3 behind Rafael Nadal and Djokovic.
He was victorious at last year’s competition and will be hoping to repeat the triumph next month when the new season gets underway.
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The 20-time Grand Slam winner also highlighted the difference between playing in majors in comparison to the ATP Tour.
“In three out of five sets the mental and physical strength are the key, there is not too much room for luck,” he continued.
“Instead the two of three always end fast. The mind with which you face these matches is different as well.
“Three out of five you know that you will have to stay on a court for a long time and I like that approach to the match.”