https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF0bgBlpJRw
Federer's first Grand Slam win, Wimbledon 2003

To my tennis family and beyond,

Of all the gifts that tennis has given me over the years, the greatest, without a doubt, has been the people I’ve met along the way: my friends, my competitors, and most of all the fans who give the sport its life. Today, I want to share some news with all of you.

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, and its message to me lately has been clear. 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 dreamt, and now I must recognize when it is time to end my competitive career.

The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event. I will play more tennis in the future, of course, but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour.

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. 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.

I would like to especially thank my amazing wife Mirka, who has lived through every minute with me. She has warmed me up before finals, watched countless matches even while over 8-months pregnant, and has endured my goofy side on the road with my team for over 20 years. I also want to thank my four wonderful children for supporting me, always eager to explore new places and creating wonderful memories along the way. Seeing my family cheering me on from the stands is a feeling I will cherish forever.

I would also like to thank and recognize my loving parents and my dear sister, without whom nothing would be possible. A big thank you to all my former coaches who always guided me in the right direction…you have been wonderful! And to Swiss Tennis, who believed in me as a young player and gave me an ideal start.

I really want to thank and acknowledge my amazing team, Ivan, Dani, Roland, and particularly Seve and Pierre, who have given me the best advice and have always been there for me. Also Tony, for creatively managing my business for over 17 years. You are all incredible and I have loved every minute with you.

I want to thank my loyal sponsors, who are really like partners to me; and the hard-working teams and tournaments on the ATP Tour, who consistently welcomed all of us with kindness and hospitality.

I would also like to thank my competitors on the court. I was lucky enough to play so many epic matches that I will never forget. We battled fairly, with passion and intensity, and I always tried my best to respect the history of the game. I feel extremely grateful. We pushed each other, and together we took tennis to new levels.

Above all I must offer a special thank you to my unbelievable fans. You will never know how much strength and belief you have given me. The inspiring feeling of walking into full stadiums and arenas has been one of the huge thrills in my life. Without you, those successes would have felt lonely, rather than filled with joy and energy.

The last 24 years on tour have been an incredible adventure. While it sometimes feels like it went by in 24 hours, it has also been so deep and magical that it seems as if I’ve already lived a full lifetime. I have had the immense fortune to play in front of you in over 40 different countries. I have laughed and cried, felt joy and pain, and most of all I have felt incredibly alive. Through my travels, I have met many wonderful people who will remain friends for life, who consistently took time out of their busy schedules to come watch me play and cheer me on around the globe. Thank you.

When my love of tennis started, I was a ball kid in my hometown of Basel. I used to watch the players with a sense of wonder. They were like giants to me and I began to dream. My dreams led me to work harder and I started to believe in myself. Some success brought me confidence and I was on my way to the most amazing journey that has led to this day.

So, I want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart, to everyone around the world who has helped make the dreams of a young Swiss ball kid come true.

Finally, to the game of tennis: I love you and will never leave you.

Roger Federer

Roger Federer (August 08, 1981) is a Swiss professional tennis player. He was ranked world No. 1 by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) for 310 weeks, including a record 237 consecutive weeks, and has finished as the year-end No. 1 five times.

He has won 103 ATP singles titles, the second most of all time after Jimmy Connors, including 20 Grand Slam singles titles, a record eight men's singles Wimbledon titles, an Open Era record-tying five men's singles US Open titles, and a record six Year-end Championships.

He also won a men's doubles Gold and Singles Silver at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Olympic events respectively.

A winner of the Davis Cup in 2014 and the Hopman Cup thrice (2001, 2018, 2019).


The greatest ever...... The calmness, the gracefulness. Legend!

.....

Legend takes a bow.

Whatever has a beginning will surely has an end

The end of a legend

The day the two football GOATS retires from football will be a day, we will all understand that Legends are born once in a lifetime

End of an era. GOAT.


2nd pix: Roger in July 1998 (just turned pro)

Whatever has a beginning will surely has an end

The end of a legend

The day the two football GOATS (CR7 and LM10) retires from football will be a day we will all understand that Legends are born once in a lifetime

If it was tinubu now, he would say the game is sweeter in the old age .

Ok

He never played me though. Fear fear.

He don try

Thank you legend for gracing the world of lawn Tennis.
You have paid all your dues legend.
You came, you saw and you conquer.

What a beautiful career he had.



the tennis world will miss you,legend!

farewell legend ...Serena Williams retire two weeks ago
the legends are gradually retiring
soon it will be CR7, LM10 and Ibrahimovic.. appreciate them , respect them ..is not easy being world class for a long time

Federer Express, the GOAT � of tennis. After him, my next best is Djokovic. Honourable mention to Nadal.

Eeya. Wetin do Djokovic self after deportation scandal? Serbians and their issues ehn

He has done well! Not a mean feat!

The old guard takes a bow:

Serena Williams
Venus Williams
Roger Federer


I hope the new generation lives up to their standard!

The Jew jab did him in.

Instead to be like Djoikovic and have some principle this one fell face flat for Jewish trucks now he is suffering from myocardiitis.

A great tennis player ever, one of the best of all time..

Hahaha congratulations � is in order

Abeg u dn try self...
selina williams still remain my role model in d game

princeemmma:
Whatever has a beginning will surely has an end

The end of a legend

The day the two football GOATS (CR7 and LM10) retires from football will be a day we will all understand that Legends are born once in a lifetime

Well said! I couldn't agree more!

I fear we will never see the quality of Messi and Ronaldo for another Century!

The quality of football today is beyond pathetic!

I hope the coming world cup changes my perspective... The last Afcon was shocking! Such decline hit me hard!

fergie001:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF0bgBlpJRw
Federer's first Grand Slam win, Wimbledon 2003





Roger Federer (August 08, 1981) is a Swiss professional tennis player. He was ranked world No. 1 by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) for 310 weeks, including a record 237 consecutive weeks, and has finished as the year-end No. 1 five times.

He has won 103 ATP singles titles, the second most of all time after Jimmy Connors, including 20 Grand Slam singles titles, a record eight men's singles Wimbledon titles, an Open Era record-tying five men's singles US Open titles, and a record six Year-end Championships.

He also won a men's doubles Gold and Singles Silver at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Olympic events respectively.

A winner of the Davis Cup in 2014 and the Hopman Cup thrice (2001, 2018, 2019).


The greatest ever...... The calmness, the gracefulness. Legend!

the greatest of all time......Legend

Roger is enjoying advanced democracy where he hails from and that is what we need in Nigeria.

JewsAreSatanic:
The Jew jab did him in.

Instead to be like Djoikovic and have some principle this one fell face flat for Jewish trucks now he is suffering from myocardiitis.

Too many dullards on this forum.

LienwaltAbel:
Eeya. Wetin do Djokovic self after deportation scandal? Serbians and their issues ehn

Keep Djokovic name out of your filthy OSU mouth .

Federrer is resigning over heart related issues he developed from taking the Jew jab.

At least Djokovic will live to see his grand kids.

I give this Federeer chap 3ys max before he succumbs to the Jew jab .