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LONDON: On Friday at the Laver Cup in London, Roger Federer will partner up with Rafael Nadal, his longtime nemesis, in an attempt to cap off his illustrious career.
The 20-time Grand Slam champion declared last week that he would retire following the Friday-starting, three-day competition at London’s 02 arena.
Federer has been dealing with a knee issue; his most recent match in a competitive setting was a Wimbledon quarterfinal loss to Hubert Hurkacz last year.
The legendary Swiss player said on Wednesday that Friday night’s doubles match will mark the culmination of his lengthy and remarkable career.
Over the course of the weekend, Federer will be replaced by Italian Matteo Berrettini, the first alternative for the competition that matches Team Europe against Team World.
The legendary Swiss player stated that it would be the ideal situation, but he is unsure if he will be able to connect with Nadal.
“Undoubtedly, without a doubt,” he said to a crowded press conference at the O2. “You know, if that were to happen, I think it could be quite a unique situation.”
Federer added that despite competing for the biggest titles in tennis, he and Nadal, 36, had always respected one another.
“I think it’s maybe a great message to not just tennis but sports and maybe even beyond that for us to go through a career that we both have had and to come out on the other side and be able to have a nice relationship,” he said.
That’s why I believe it would be fantastic. Though I’m not sure if it will occur, I believe it may be a truly unique occasion.
Team Europe, led by Bjorn Borg, consists of six players: Andy Murray, a three-time major champion, Novak Djokovic, who has won 21 Grand Slam titles, and Rafael Nadal, who holds the record with 22 Grand Slam titles in men’s tennis.
Diego Schwartzman, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz, and John McEnroe lead Team World, their rivals.
Federer revealed that his knee problems had ultimately forced him to retire, despite the fact that he had not played competitively since losing in the Wimbledon quarterfinals last year.
He explained, “My knee just doesn’t allow me to play at this level anymore.” During the summer, I realized that all I was doing was searching for a moment in time that I could call it. I felt that ending my career here was rather appropriate.
“I felt that was something really nice, and it will be beyond cool to have Bjorn Borg on the bench with me when I walk out.” It would help to have a team behind me so that I wouldn’t feel so alone at the end of the day.
“I WON’T BECOME A GHOST OF TENNIS”
Federer acknowledged that it was a “bittersweet decision” but nonetheless expressed happiness about retiring from tennis at the age of 41.
He remarked, “You always want to play forever.” “I enjoy traveling, playing against the guys, and being on the court.”I never thought that learning from failure and success could be so difficult for me; everything seemed to work out perfectly. I adore my work in every aspect.
The Swiss added that, despite Nadal and Djokovic surpassing him in the number of Grand Slam victories, he was content with his standing in the discussion over the best male player of all time.
He declared, “I’m definitely very proud and very happy where I sit.” “Winning my 15th Slam at Wimbledon with Pete Sampras—who had previously won a record 14—sitting there was one of my greatest moments. Everything more was a bonus after that.
Given his remarkable career achievements in London, Federer felt it was only fair to end his career there. Before losing to Rafael Nadal in a memorable match in 2008, he won Wimbledon five times in a row after defeating Mark Philippoussis in 2003 for his maiden Grand Slam victory.
“With Wimbledon just down the street and here at the O2, this city has been precious to me—possibly the most special place. I just felt it was extremely fitting, having played here, qualified here for a long time, and won here too [in the ATP Finals].
Despite his impending retirement, he declared that he had no intention of fading into obscurity.
“I just wanted to assure my supporters that I will not turn into a ghost. It’s strange, Federer remarked of the 11-time major winner who gave up tennis at the age of 26, “I spoke about Bjorn Borg, and that hurts every fan because he didn’t return to Wimbledon for 25 years.”
However, I doubt I’ll be that man. I think I’ve been given too much by tennis. I’ve spent much too much time in this game. have too many loves in their hearts. I’ll see you once again. I’m not sure what capacity it is. I need to give it some more thought and give myself some time.
