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Tennis-Reaction on Roger's Retirement From Top-Level Tennis

Myriads of Tennis personalities shared their reaction on Roger Federer retirement from top-level tennis tournament

Sentinel Digital Desk

"Roger, where do we begin? It's been a privilege to witness your journey and see you become a champion in every sense of the word.

"We will so miss the sight of you gracing our courts, but all we can say for now is thank you, for the memories and joy you have given to so many."

- WIMBLEDON

"Thank you Roger Federer for everything you have done for Swiss and international tennis, for all the countless emotions we were able to share with you, for every child you inspired to play tennis!"

"An inspiration on and off the court. Thank you, Roger."

- ROLAND GARROS

"I wish this day would have never come. It's a sad day for me personally and for sports around the world. 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."

- RAFAEL NADAL

" Federer is a gentleman on and off the court – and a true Olympic champion. Congratulations Roger on your outstanding career, good luck for the future. Hope our paths will cross again."

-THOMAS BACH

"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!"

- CARLOS ALCARAZ

"Roger Federer is a champion's champion. He has the most complete game of his generation and captured the hearts of sports fans around the world with an amazing quickness on the court and a powerful tennis mind.

"He has had a historic career with memories that will live on and on. Congratulations Roger Federer. We wish you the very best as your journey continues."

- BILLIE JEAN KING

"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.

"Also, seems like a good time to start training for Wimby (Obviously kidding)."

- ANDY RODDICK

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