Federer playing Flushing Meadows exhibition in long overdue US Open sendoff
Roger Federer is set to make a return to Arthur Ashe Stadium for the first time since his final US Open in 2019. The former world No. 1 participated in a fan week exhibition last night, playing doubles with former champions Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi, and John McEnroe. Federer expressed gratitude for the opportunity to reconnect with his tennis roots, acknowledging the support of New York fans who were left wanting after his 2019 quarterfinal loss to Grigor Dimitrov.
Although Federer has continued to compete in exhibitions post-retirement, he revealed that the timing for a New York match this year aligned with his family's needs, as his four young children could now watch him play. He downplayed any expectations of an intense match, stating that the competition level would be respectful and primarily for fun.
When asked about a potential tennis comeback, Federer firmly rejected the idea, citing numerous obstacles and a busy schedule, emphasizing that he is now focused on his role as a fan and a family man.
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