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.
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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.
Roger Federer is the 'most beautiful player I have ever seen' – John McEnroe ahead of Laver Cup farewell
Laver Cup Team World captain John McEnroe has paid special tribute to Roger Federer ahead of the Swiss great’s retirement from the sport. Federer announced last week that the Laver Cup 2022 will be his final competitive event in tennis, saying he will not play in any further Grand Slams or on the ATP Tour after the event, which is to be held this week at the O2 Arena in London. Ad And McEnroe, talking ahead of the event, thanked the 41-year-old for all he has done for the sport, telling him he was the «most beautiful player» he has seen on a tennis court.
Rafael Nadal intending to play on despite chronic injury
Rafael Nadal says he will not retire yet from tennis after receiving an award from Spain's King Felipe at Alcala de Henares University, near Madrid.
Laver Cup 2022: What can the John McEnroe-led Team World do in London to land their first title?
Fifth time lucky for Team World? As the 2022 Laver Cup approaches, Team Europe — the reigning champions — are in the enviable position of having won every one of the four previous editions, including a 14-1 thrashing in Boston last year. Ad With Roger Federer set to take part in his last-ever competitive tennis event before retiring, the legendary Swiss will be desperate to go out on the high of winning the tournament he helped found, but Team World have one of their strongest line-ups in the event's history and could spring a shock.
‘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.