Roger Federer Retires From Tennis: Laver Cup Tournament Will Be His Last
variety.comJazz Tangcay Artisans Editor A few weeks after Serena Williams played her last tennis match to move away from the sport, Roger Federer on Thursday announced he is also retiring.
In a video posted on his social media, Federer, who has won 20 Grand Slam titles, said, ” Many of you know the past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries.” He continued: “I’ve worked hard to return to full competitive form.
But I also know my body’s capacities and limits and its message to me lately has been clear. I’m 41-years-old. I’ve played more than 1500 matches over 24 years.
It has treated me more generously than I’ve ever dreamt, and now I must recognize when it is time to end my competitive career.” Federer announced his last games will be played in London next week at the Laver Cup tennis tournament.
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