Tennis legend Roger Federer has announced his retirement from the game. The 41-year-old made the announcement earlier today. The Swiss star broke the news on social media on Thursday afternoon. He thanked fans for the “unbelievable journey” he’s been on throughout his 24-year career.
Why Roger Federer Retired at 41
Roger Federer revealed that injuries and recent fitness troubles made him realise that “it is time to end”, and that he will play his final match at next week’s Laver Cup in London. Federer will go down as one of the all-time greats of the game after winning 20 Grand Slam singles titles, including eight at Wimbledon – more than any other player in history.
He wrote in a statement posted on Instagram: “As many of you know, the past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries. He also said: “I 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 … I must now recognise when it is time to end my competitive career. 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.”
Roger Federer described himself as “one of the most fortunate people on Earth” thanked his wife Mirka for “living through every minute with me”, and signed off by saying: “To the game of tennis: I love you and will never leave you.”
