Roger Federer trains for final tournament of career in London - in pictures
Roger Federer is hoping to bring the curtain down on his glittering career by teaming up with long-time rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup in London on Friday.
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Federer expected to close career with doubles match alongside Nadal at Laver Cup
Roger Federer is known for his elegant style of play, for his longevity, for his 20 Grand Slam titles — and for occasional tears in his most emotional post-match moments, whether after victory or defeat.
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.
Naomi Osaka opens up on her difficult 2022 as she prepares for Tokyo Open return ' 'More down than up'
Naomi Osaka has admitted to 2022 being a difficult year as she returns to tennis for the first time since her first-round loss at the US Open. Osaka will play the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo this week — an event which is being held for the first time since 2019 — with her first-round match against Daria Saville (nee Gavrilova) on Tuesday. Ad The 24-year-old will be hoping for an upturn in fortunes having had a dismal 2022 by her lofty standards, being knocked out of the French Open — like the US Open — in the first round, missing Wimbledon, and making only the third round of the Australian Open back in January.
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.
Novak Djokovic lauds retiring Roger Federer’s ‘integrity and poise’
Novak Djokovic paid tribute to Roger Federer’s “integrity and poise” following the announcement of his impending retirement.
Novak Djokovic pens emotional tribute to retiring Roger Federer who prepares for Laver Cup farewell in London
Novak Djokovic has released an emotional tribute to his rival and friend Roger Federer after the Swiss icon announced his retirement from the sport on Thursday. The 20-time Grand Slam champion shared the news on social media prompting heartfelt reactions from across the tennis community. The likes of Martina Navratilova and Serena Williams have congratulated Federer on his achievements, and now, Djokovic has spoken for the first time since the news broke.