Top Players react to Roger Federer’s retirement with emotional comments

After a storied 24-year career, Roger Federer has announced his retirement from tennis. One of the greatest players of all time, Federer has won a record 20 Grand Slam titles and held the world No. 1 ranking for a record 310 weeks. He has also been a perennial fan favorite thanks to his graceful style of play and his respectful demeanor on and off the court. While it is sad to see him go, we celebrate his incredible career and thank him for all the joy he has brought to the sport.

Many famous people react to Roger Federer’s retirement including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Lionel Messi, Serena Williams, Carlos Alcaraz, Stan Wawrinka, and the list is long…

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Famous people react to Roger Federer’s retirement

Rafael Nadal reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

The first Famous people react to Roger Federer’s retirement was Rafael Nadal of course, the big rival and friend.

This is what Rafael Nadal said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Dear Roger, my friend, and rival.
I wish this day would have never come… it’s a sad day for me personally and for sports people around the world. I said it to you when we spoke and now it’s here.
It’s been a pleasure but also an honor and privilege to share all these years with you, living so many amazing moments on and off the court.
We will have many more moments to share together in the future, there are still lots of things to do together, we know that.
For now, I truly wish you all the happiness with your wife, Mirka, your kids, your family and enjoy what’s ahead of you. I’ll see you in London at the @lavercup“

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Lionel Messi reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Lionel Messi said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“A genius, unique in the history of tennis and an example for any athlete. The best in your new stage, we will miss seeing you on the court making us enjoy, @rogerfederer.“

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Novak Djokovic reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Novak Djokovic said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Roger it’s hard to see this day and put into words all that we’ve shared in this sport together. Over a decade of incredible moments and battles to think back on. Your career has set the tone for what it means to achieve excellence and lead with integrity and poise. It’s an honour to know you on and off court, and for many more years to come. I know that this new chapter will hold amazing things for you, Mirka, the kids, all your loved ones, and Roger fans still have a lot to look forward to. From our family to yours, we wish you much joy, health, and prosperity in the future. Looking forward to celebrating your achievements and seeing you in London. @rogerfederer“

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Serena Williams Reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Serena Williams said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“I wanted to find the perfect way to say this, as you so eloquently put this game to rest – perfectly done, just like your career.

“I have always looked up to you and admired you. Our paths were always so similar, so much the same. You inspired countless millions and millions of people – including me – and we will never forget.

Rod Laver reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Rod Laver said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Thank you for everything Roger. See you soon. Rocket”

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Stan Wawrinka reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Stan Wawrinka said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

Thank you my friend for everything you have done for me over the years 🙏🏻❤️!
It was a true honor to share the court against you but it was even more special to be in the same team as you 🤜🏻🎾🤛🏻!
Forever grateful for all the memories on and off the court 💛. Tennis will never be the same without you 😢🌏.
Enjoy the next chapter in your life with your beautiful family 🙏🏻❤️🇨🇭#legend #goat #friends #grateful

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Nick Kyrgios reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Nick Kyrgios said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“no one will ever play the game like you. enjoy it @rogerfederer …… was an honour.”

James Blake reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what James Blake said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Roger, there was and never will be anyone like you. You crushed me on the court but were so nice and genuine that I couldn’t hate you for it. You made the game better on and off the court and you will be missed. Good luck, you have earned all the success and joy in the world”

“I’ve told this plenty of times just as one of many examples that the bar was set so high for an iconic athlete to also be an iconic human being. That bar is almost impossible to get over that you set @rogerfederer thank you for a new standard.“

Stefanos Tsitsipas reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

“He came. We saw. He conquered. We admired.

Thank you @rogerfederer for elevating our sport to an unfathomable extent. For making this sport look so damn effortless, but complicated to emulate at the same time. Your style, personality, talent, finesse and passion will be remembered in the game of tennis forever!

I can’t thank you enough for being the reason I pursued tennis in the first place. The reason I play a one-handed backhand today. The reason I dreamt for the first time watching you lift that Wimbledon trophy in 2004.

To truly “federize” someone you must not only dominate them, but also dominate them with class and style. And that can be found in the Urban Dictionary thanks to you @rogerfederer.

Proud and honoured to be part of “The Last Dance” 🇪🇺 by your side.“

Carlos Alcaraz reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Carlos Alcaraz said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Roger has been one of my idols and a source of inspiration! Thank you for everything you have done for our sport! I still want to play with you! Wish you all the luck in the world for what comes next!”

Alxender Zverev reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Carlos Alcaraz said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Thank you @rogerfederer for everything you did for our sport, for inspiring millions of people all around the world, and for being a true role model.

Billie Jean King reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

This is what Billie Jean King said about Roger Federer’s retirement:

“Roger Federer is a champion’s champion. He has the most complete game of his generation & captured the hearts of sports fans around the world with an amazing quickness on the court & a powerful tennis mind. He has had a historic career w/memories that will live on and on.”

Tony Godsick reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

“I had suggested to him years ago that he should stop. Not many tennis players at his level push into their 40s. But he was always interested in challenging himself. And at the end of the day, after 1,500-plus matches, the tires finally wore out. And he’s got things to do in his next stage.” — Tony Godsick, Federer’s agent since 2005.

Andy Roddick reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

“Cheers Roger. Thanks for the shared memories my friend. It was an honor to share time/experiences on the most hallowed grounds in our sport. Don’t be a stranger.” — Former No. 1 Andy Roddick, who lost to Federer 16-14 in the fifth set of the 2009 Wimbledon final.

Milos Raonic reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

“Thank you for doing more for tennis than any single individual. Thanks to you competitors and fans across the world get to experience and enjoy it all over the world. Congratulations on your achievements and the people you continue to impact in and away from tennis.” — 2016 Wimbledon runner-up Milos Raonic of Canada.

Juan Martín del Potro reacts to Roger Federer’s retirement

“I LOVE YOU, Roger. Thank you for everything you’ve done in tennis and with myself. Tennis world will never be the same without you.” — Argentine player Juan Martín del Potro, who beat Federer in the 2009 U.S. Open final for his only major title.

Conclusion of Roger Federer’s retirement

The tennis legend Roger Federer announced his retirement from the sport. In a statement on his Social Media, the 41-year-old Swiss star said he had been “blessed” to have a “wonderful career” and that he would now be focusing on his family and other commitments. Federer has won 20 Grand Slam singles titles, the most of any male player in history, and has been ranked No. 1 in the world for a record 310 weeks. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.