Legendary tennis star Martina Navratilova heaped reward on Roger Federer, who bid adieu to skilled tennis after the opening day of the Laver Cup 2022.
Federer, you made it look really easy: Navratilova lauds Swiss tennis legend. Courtesy: AP
HIGHLIGHTSRoger Federer performed his final ATP match on FridayFederer put an finish to his profession that lasted greater than 2 many yearsFederer broke down in tears after his last match in Laver Cup
Legendary tennis star Martina Navratilova heaped reward on Roger Federer, who bid adieu to skilled tennis after the opening day of the Laver Cup 2022 on Friday, September 23.
Federer performed his final match on the ATP tour, representing Team Europe towards Team World. The veteran partnered Spain’s Rafael Nadal and performed towards Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe.
Federer and Nadal gained the primary set and in addition had a match level within the third set, however they did not go the space.
Navratilova, who gained 18 Grand Slam singles titles, mentioned that she was privileged to observe Federer play for greater than twenty years.
“Roger, enjoy your life after tennis. Thank you for being a part of this amazing sport, a massive part of it. You made it look so easy. It was a pleasure knowing you, it was a pleasure watching you play. I am looking forward to the next chapter in your life,” Navratilova was quoted as saying in a video uploaded on the ATP Tour’s official Twitter deal with.
After his final match, Federer obtained a farewell to recollect for ages. While giving an interview to the presenter after the encounter, the star from Switzerland broke down. Rafael Nadal, the winner of twenty-two Grand Slam singles titles, was additionally seen shedding tears whereas listening to Federer.
Federer’s spouse and a variety of stars had been additionally current on the venue in London, watching the legend play. Earlier this week, Federer introduced that he gained’t be collaborating in Grand Slams and on the tour.
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