Roger Federer to spend time at Laver Cup 2024

Roger Federer was seen practicing on the courts ahead of Laver Cup 2024.

The Laver Cup 2024 saw Roger Federer make a comeback to the event. He was seen rallying on the court while practicing few of his iconic shots. Federer will look to spend time with the next generation of stars just like he did last season. The former world No.1 had the fans in awe during Laver Cup 2023 while showing off his classic one-handed backhand which still had the same style and charisma.

This time, Federer opted to practice few backhand volleys at the net. He embraced the courts at Uber Arena in Berlin, Germany. During a practice session, Federer was praised for still having kept the majestic backhand slice by John McEnroe. The Swiss player even jokingly told him to be careful as he has still got it. Federer also made sure to meet Grigor Dimitrov while he was gearing up for day one.

Roger Federer playing tennis. pic.twitter.com/9iR92VLLq9

— José Morgado (@josemorgado) September 19, 2024

Checking out the Laver Cup court in Berlin. 🎾 pic.twitter.com/bc1hy4nS9x

— Laver Cup (@LaverCup) September 19, 2024

Roger’s backhand beauty was also shared on social media under the official X handle of Laver Cup. He was seen looking around the courts while holding his racket in his hand. Federer will be looking to spend time with Bjorn Borg and McEnroe as they will not be captains in the next season.

Yannick Noah, Andre Agassi will be the captains of team Europe and team World respectively. Fans usually get to see new players each season as they will see new captains leading the teams next.

But few players such as Roger Federer have been constant in every edition of Laver Cup. He has always made it to the event and carries on his responsibilities as the co-founder.

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When did Roger Federer last compete at Laver Cup?

Federer has been part of four editions of the Laver Cup. He has played six matches in singles across all editions and reamined undefeated. In doubles, Federer played six matches but lost four of those including his last match in the event in 2022.

⏪ Rafa x Laver Cup 2022 ⏪Emotions were high at Laver Cup 2022 as Rafael Nadal paired up with Roger Federer on Friday night for an unforgettable doubles match, the last of Federer’s competitive tennis career.Next stop ➡ Berlin. pic.twitter.com/lF2fUmdWlU

— Laver Cup (@LaverCup) September 9, 2024

The 43-year-old only played doubles in the 2022 season of Laver Cup. In his farewell match, he paired up with Rafael Nadal while losing to Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock in three sets. Meanwhile in singles, Federer last played against John Isner in 2018 and went on to win the match in a thrilling three setter.

The 20-time Grand Slam winner’s presence, on and off the court has invited standing ovations. It was evident during US Open 2024 as Frances Tiafoe and Aryna Sabalenka admired the legend for coming in to watch their matches.

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