Federer 'stopped believing' ahead of retirement as knee injury took toll
Roger Federer has spoken of how injury forced his decision to retire, admitting he had "stopped believing".
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Roger Federer and Serena Williams should stick to retirement plans, says John McEnroe ahead of Laver Cup
John McEnroe says tennis fans would want to see Roger Federer and Serena Williams «play forever», but believes neither player should do a U-turn after announcing their retirements. Federer confirmed this week that he is «definitely» retiring from the sport and would not consider returning to competitive tennis in the future, while Williams subtly hinted she could return to the tennis when asked on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon if she would make a comeback. Ad McEnroe does not think an athlete should go back on their decision after announcing their retirements, but says the decision ultimately comes down to the individual.
‘It’s unbelievable!’ – Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe hail men’s Big Four for their achievements ahead of Laver Cup
The 11-time Grand Slam champion Bjorn Borg and his great rival John McEnroe, who won seven slams, have both hailed the achievements of tennis’ Big Four. All of the Big Four — Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray — are in London for the upcoming Laver Cup, which you can watch live on Eurosport and discovery+. Ad It will be the farewell to Federer, with the tennis legend having already confirmed that he will retire following the tournament, reducing himself to just exhibitions.
Roger Federer says 'I am definitely done' and not planning to make a retirement U-turn after Laver Cup 2022
Roger Federer says he is «definitely» retiring from tennis following the conclusion of this year's Laver Cup. Global sports stars such as NFL legend Tom Brady and heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury have previously announced their retirements from their respective sports before swiftly deciding to make comebacks. Ad However, Federer insists he will not do the same.
‘His level of tennis is insane’ – Daniil Medvedev on ‘ridiculous’ Carlos Alcaraz and being world No. 1
Daniil Medvedev says Carlos Alcaraz’s “level of tennis is insane” as the Spaniard won maiden Grand Slam by winning the US Open to also become the new world No. 1. Alcaraz beat Casper Ruud in the final with the world No.
Roger Federer set for 'great send-off' alongside Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray – Tim Henman
Tim Henman says it is “hugely fitting” that Roger Federer will bow out from tennis alongside fellow ‘Big Four’ stars Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray at the 2022 Laver Cup. Federer, 41, announced his retirement on Thursday after a long battle with injury. He last played competitively at Wimbledon in 2021.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - A sporting tribute
To commemorate the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Warner Bros. Discovery Sports would like to thank its UK contributors who have shared their memories of meeting Her Majesty for a special programme titled Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: A Sporting Tribute.
Roger Federer Arrives In London For His Last ATP Tournament As Player
Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer on Sunday arrived in London for the Laver Cup, which will be his last tournament as a professional tennis player. The Swiss tennis great last Thursday announced his retirement from competitive tennis saying that the upcoming Laver Cup in September would be his last Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) event as a player. The tennis legend is expected to initiate his final goodbye on September 22 with a practice session with Team Europe. In the official event, to be held from September 23 to 25, he will be seen contesting alongside other tennis greats - Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray, as well as youngsters world number one Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tsitsipas.