Roger Federer has announced his retirement from tennis and has been followed around the world. (Photo AP / Anja Niedringhaus, File)
The withdrawal of Roger Federer of professional tennis was news that shook the world. Although it is true that it will give its last function next week in Cup washer, Knowing that he will not be seen competing on the professional circuit in the future has been a source of a lot of nostalgia and has prompted colleagues, fans and the media to fire him.
The Swiss used his social networks to communicate his decision. An audio in video format was how he dealt with his goodbye of him, where he explains his reasons for him and thanks his family and fans for their support. “To my family of tennis players and beyond, with love, Roger. “were the words that guided its publication.
The newspaper L’Equipe -from France- he dedicated his cover to him and gave him a very appropriate title for a figure of his stature. “God Save the King”it was the dedication.
The Telegraph, from the UK, said: “Roger Federer and Wimbledon, a love story in three acts. He has won eight Wimbledon titles and is, according to many, the greatest lawn tennis player of all time.” For the part of him, The Wall Street newspaperfrom the United States, he wrote: “Roger Federer has announced his retirement from tennis. The 41-year-old athlete, winner of 20 major titles, underwent knee surgery last year. Together with Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, he dominated the circuit male as a member of the Big Three “
Logically, the departure of a figure of his stature had repercussions and went viral all over the world. However, what will remain are the great moments in his career, his exploits and the inspiration he surely caused in thousands of people.
Source: Clarin
