Commentary: A true champion, Roger Federer's legacy of greatness and grace will be missed
SINGAPORE: I used to root against Roger Federer whenever he glided across my television screen.
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Laver Cup 2022: Matteo Berrettini and Tommy Paul named as alternates for Team Europe and Team World in London
Matteo Berrettini and American Tommy Paul have been named as alternates for Team Europe and Team World respectively at this year’s highly-anticipated Laver Cup. Alternates are available to compete in place of one of their teammates in case of injury or withdrawal. Both Berrettini and Paul will participate in all appearances and preparations for the tournament which gets underway on September 23 and concludes on September 25, with all the action live on Eurosport and discovery+.
Djokovic hails 'incredible moments and battles' with Federer
Novak Djokovic paid tribute to his long-time rival Roger Federer on Friday, hailing the "incredible moments and battles" the pair shared on court.
Davis Cup 2022: Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime and Norway star Casper Ruud shine, Uzbekistan stun Japan
A busy day of Davis Cup action saw eliminations, advancements, expected results and shock upsets. Felix Auger-Aliassime secured Canada's place in the knock-out rounds with a strong performance, beating Miomir Kecmanovic 6-3 6-4. Ad Despite FAA's win, Canada lost the tie and top spot in the group when Vasek Pospisil retired hurt from the doubles after just three games against Serbia’s Kecmanovic and Filip Krajinovic.
Murray hoping for final chance to play with Federer at Laver Cup
Andy Murray said he was hoping for a "special" final chance to share a court with Roger Federer at next week's Laver Cup in London and possibly team up to play doubles before the Swiss great retires from the sport. Federer, 41, who redefined the sport with his artistry and grace and collected 20 Grand Slam titles, announced on Thursday that injury issues meant he would call time on his glittering career after the men's team event. Murray and Federer will join fellow "Big Four" members Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic when they play on the same team for the first time at the Sept.
Roger Federer retirement: Former British No. 1 Tim Henman calls Swiss star 'irreplaceable'
British tennis legend Tim Henman has called retiring Roger Federer «irreplaceable» for the tennis world, and hailed his «absolutely incredible» impact on Wimbledon. The eight-time champion at the All-England club announced he will end his career after this month's Laver Cup, and Henman believes that Federer will be «enormously missed» as both a player and ambassador for the game. Ad Henman described Federer as a unique quantity, both in tennis and the wider world of sport.
Laver Cup: Andy Murray hopes to team up with Roger Federer in London - 'That would be special'
Andy Murray has paid tribute to retiring tennis legend Roger Federer’s «unbelievable career» and said he hopes they can play doubles together at the Laver Cup. Federer said on Thursday that next week’s event in London will be the final competitive appearance of his remarkable career. Ad The 41-year-old, who has won 20 Grand Slam singles titles, hasn’t played since the 2021 Wimbledon semi-finals but will compete alongside Murray for Team Europe.
Roger Federer: Novak Djokovic pays beautiful retirement tribute
Novak Djokovic has sent his well wishes in an emotional social media post to long-time rival Roger Federer in his forthcoming retirement at the Laver Cup in six days’ time.