Tennis icon Roger Federer will return to the Laver Cup, which will take place in Vancouver on September 22-24, but not quite like you expected.
A year after he officially retired from professional tennis, playing one last time in a doubles match alongside his great friend and rival Rafael Nadal, last year’s Laver Cup was the crowning glory of the legendary nearly three-decade career. Swiss.
The 42-year-old has no regrets about how the curtain came down at the end, and was indeed immensely happy to have shared the stage in the presence of his rivals, fellow professionals and family. Although he will return to this year’s tournament without any playing ability, he is thrilled to bond with the fans in Vancouver, the host city of the 2023 Laver Cup.
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Federer won two Masters titles in Toronto, Canada, on the ATP Tour, but never played any professional tournaments in Vancouver. The Swiss admits that he has heard good things about the bustling west coast city.
Roger Federer will take center court in Vancouver for a special Q&A during the evening session on Friday, September 22, honoring the anniversary of his last competitive match.
Plus, 2 lucky fans at each session will have the opportunity to meet Federer. pic.twitter.com/VTv9TbYIyc
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“I will miss the Laver Cup very much as a player, with my last game also played there with Rafa on the pitch with Novak, Murray and everyone celebrating my career it has been a beautiful moment in my career.”
Special guest
Federer will be present on Center Court for a special post-match question and answer session during the evening session on Day 1, Friday, September 22. All fans present will have the opportunity to submit their questions. Additionally, two lucky fans will be personally chosen to meet Federer during each session of the tournament.
Roger Federer with Rafael Nadal
Federer is delighted with the pool of talent at the tournament’s disposal. Since the tournament’s inception in 2017, it has been a great success, with thousands of fans over the three days of the event. And Federer believes that it is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for any tennis fan.
“I think the Laver Cup experience is like no other. I think going there for three intense days of tennis, seeing the best players in the world and an amazing tennis show. It’s a great experience, great venues, beautiful stadiums, everything.” a tennis lover needs to see once in a lifetime from him”.
With information from Tennis Infinity
2023-08-16 02:16:47
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