Federer looks forward to brief return to Arthur Ashe stadium

New York, USA - Former tennis champion Roger Federer expressed excitement about his brief return to Arthur Ashe Stadium this week for a celebratory exhibition match. Scheduled for fan week prior to the US Open tournament beginning on Sunday, the exhibition features doubles play with former rivals Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi, and John McEnroe, all of whom have won multiple US Open singles titles.

Federer spoke at a news conference on Monday, highlighting the opportunity to thank fans and express gratitude, as his sendoff in 2019 was cut short when he lost in the quarterfinals.

Federer's absence from the 2019 tournament, followed by injuries that kept him from competing in 2020 and 2021, left New York fans disappointed. However, he revealed that recent family commitments, including his four children, have allowed him to prioritize this New York match ahead of his upcoming induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport.

Federer anticipates a respectful match with a casual level of competition, emphasizing that it will be fun for both players and fans. Despite numerous questions about a potential tennis comeback, Federer firmly declined, citing numerous obstacles and emphasizing that he is now content watching the sport from the sidelines.