Swiss legend Roger Federer open to playing exhibition matches once fully fit
Retired Swiss legend Roger Federer has admitted at the Halle Open that he would be open to featuring in exhibition matches 'if the body was in top shape'.
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Roger Federer says he is keen to play in exhibition matches once he gets his "body back into shape". </p>
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The 20-time Grand Slam winner retired from professional tennis at the Laver Cup in September 2022, prompted by a long battle with a knee injury. </p>
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He was at the 2023 ATP Tour's Halle Open to commemorate the tournament's 30th anniversary where he was the guest of honour with the occasion dubbed as "Roger Federer Day". </p>
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Federer, who is a ten-time Halle Open champion, was further honoured with an award at centre court, thereafter responding to questions from the media regarding his future plans post-retirement. </p>
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"If the body was in top shape, I would probably play a few exhibitions," said the former World Number 1. </p>
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"I still go to the gym four or five times a week and try to get my body back into shape with my knee. That's why I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything." </p>
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The 41-year-old then revealed that he had considered moving into match commentary but opted against rushing into anything immediately after his retirement last year. </p>
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"First, I thought it would be cool to comment on matches of the generation of players I played against. I know them best. </p>
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"But becoming a commentator in the year after my retirement didn't feel right. Maybe I will commentate one day, maybe never," said Federer. </p>
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The Halle Open continues in Germany at the Owl Arena with Round of 16 clashes scheduled for today and will draw to a conclusion on 25 June. </p>
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