Federer eyes dream pairing with Nadal at Laver Cup for farewell match
Roger Federer said Wednesday he wants to team up with long-time rival Rafael Nadal for the final match of his career at the Laver Cup in London.
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Federer on retirement: 'I know it's the right decision'
LONDON (AP) — Roger Federer says he now is at peace with his choice to retire from professional tennis and plans to close his career with one doubles match at the Laver Cup — perhaps with longtime rival Rafael Nadal by his side.
Roger Federer admits feeling 'nervous' as he prepares for farewell doubles match at Laver Cup
Roger Federer says he will play just one doubles match at this weekend's Laver Cup in what would be his last ever professional match.
Roger Federer: Playing with Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray at Laver Cup will be 'dream come true'
Roger Federer says it will be a «dream» to bow out from tennis playing alongside ‘Big Four’ rivals Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray at the 2022 Laver Cup. The 20-time Grand Slam champion is the headline act for Team Europe in his farewell event at London's O2 Arena, with the Swiss maestro set to retire after the evening doubles match on Friday.
Federer admits he 'stopped believing' he could come back
Roger Federer said on Wednesday that he decided to retire because he "stopped believing" he could continue playing after a series of injuries.
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.