Roger Federer Retires from Professional Tournament
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VIVA – Roger Federer announced the decision to retire as a professional tennis player. The Laver Cup in London on September 23 to 25, 2022, will be his last professional tournament.
The Switzerland tennis player posted an announcement on his social media on Thursday, September 15, 2022.
He wrote that he had been through a lot of pain and surgery, realizing the limitations of his body capacity at the age of 41.
“As many of you know, the past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries. I’ve worked hard to return to full competitive form. But I also know my body’s capacities and limits,” Roger Federer explained through a statement letter on his Instagram account.
“I am 41 years old. I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years. Tennis has treated me more generously than I ever would have dreams, and now I must recognize when it is time to end m competitive career.” Roger Federer's statement continued.
Petenis Swiss, Roger Federer
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According to Roger Federer’s statement, the Laver Cup next week in London will be his final ATP event. He will play more tennis in the future but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour.
When he was young, Federer was known as a tennis player who had a temperamental attitude. Many said, Federer has a lack of discipline when on the court.
However, over time, Federer changes. He became one of the world's top tennis players who are used as role models by young children.
Even when he got the injury, Federer can still excel in professional tennis. For him, leaving the world of tennis was a bittersweet decision and he will miss it.
“This is a bittersweet decision because I will miss everything the tour has given me. But at the same time, there is so much to celebrate. I consider myself one of the most fortunate people on Earth.” Roger Federer wrote in his statement
“I was given a special talent to play tennis, and I did it at a level that I never imagined, for much longer than I ever thought possible,” Roger Federer added.
Although this decision will be tough, Roger Federer has left many happiness memories for the tennis world and his fans.
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