Roger Federer Breaks Down in Tears in Final Ever Tennis after Stunning Career of 20 Grand Slam Title
- 2 years ago
SOBS Roger Federer burst into tears when he retired from professional tennis, saying: It's been a perfect journey.
One of the biggest sports stars that ever lived has removed his bandana, zipped up his tennis bag and walked away from the tram tracks for the last time.
Though her illustrious career ended in loss early Saturday morning, the outcome of this Laver Cup doubles clash is really incidental to the grand scheme of things on an emotional night of celebration.
The 41-year-old broke down in tears in front of 17,500 fans at the O2 Arena as he paid tribute to his parents, wife Mirka, two sets of twins, close friends, coaches and colleagues.
Even his doubles partner Rafa Nadal was surprisingly emotional when Federer said goodbye to the sport that had made him a household name.
Federer, an eight-time Wimbledon champion, said: “It's been a wonderful day, I told the guys I'm happy, not sad.
“It feels great to be here. I enjoyed tying my shoes for the last time. Everything was for the last time.
“Being here with the fans, my family and friends, it wasn't stressful, although I thought I might lock my back or something. I'm happy I got over it. The match was great. Could not be happier.
“I didn't want him to feel alone out there. To sign off as a team, well, I thought I was a team player at heart.
“It feels like a celebration to me. That's exactly what I expected. I was happy to play tennis and spend time with my friends. It has been a perfect trip, I would do it all over again.
One of the biggest sports stars that ever lived has removed his bandana, zipped up his tennis bag and walked away from the tram tracks for the last time.
Though her illustrious career ended in loss early Saturday morning, the outcome of this Laver Cup doubles clash is really incidental to the grand scheme of things on an emotional night of celebration.
The 41-year-old broke down in tears in front of 17,500 fans at the O2 Arena as he paid tribute to his parents, wife Mirka, two sets of twins, close friends, coaches and colleagues.
Even his doubles partner Rafa Nadal was surprisingly emotional when Federer said goodbye to the sport that had made him a household name.
Federer, an eight-time Wimbledon champion, said: “It's been a wonderful day, I told the guys I'm happy, not sad.
“It feels great to be here. I enjoyed tying my shoes for the last time. Everything was for the last time.
“Being here with the fans, my family and friends, it wasn't stressful, although I thought I might lock my back or something. I'm happy I got over it. The match was great. Could not be happier.
“I didn't want him to feel alone out there. To sign off as a team, well, I thought I was a team player at heart.
“It feels like a celebration to me. That's exactly what I expected. I was happy to play tennis and spend time with my friends. It has been a perfect trip, I would do it all over again.