The New York Times – Sports:
Federer, who won 20 Grand Slam singles titles, said injuries and surgeries had taken their toll on his body. His final competitive matches will be next week in London.
Category: Federer, Roger
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Roger Federer’s Absence Leaves a Void at Wimbledon
The New York Times – Sports:
Federer said he hoped to return to the tournament he has won eight times before. His absence from the field this year left a void over Wimbledon’s early rounds.
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When Will Federer and the Williams Sisters Call It Quits? Maybe Never.
The New York Times – Sports:
Advances in physical preparation keep their bodies in the game, and so can the changing nature of sports business and celebrity.
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Men’s Tennis Tour Penalizes Wimbledon Over Ban on Russian Players
The New York Times – Sports:
In an unprecedented move, the ATP will strip the Grand Slam tournament of ranking points, effectively making it an exhibition event. Most top players are still expected to participate.
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In Tennis, Racket Smashing Gets Out of Hand
The New York Times – Sports:
Long accepted as an entertaining idiosyncrasy of the sport, players hurling rackets have recently generated a spate of close calls, as ball people and chair umpires dodge injury.
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The End of the Endless Final Set: Grand Slams Adopt Same Tiebreaker
The New York Times – Sports:
The French Open was the last major tennis tournament that allowed an “advantage final set” without a tiebreaker. Once the maker of many classic, marathon matches, the system is no more.
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The End of the Endless Final Set: Grand Slams Adopt Same Tiebreaker
The New York Times – Sports:
The French Open was the last major tennis tournament that allowed an “advantage final set” without a tiebreaker. Once the maker of many classic, marathon matches, the system is no more.
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Daniil Medvedev Intrudes on the Big Four’s No. 1 Perch
The New York Times – Sports:
After nearly two decades of four men trading places at tennis’s top slot, Russia’s Medvedev put an end to their reign on Monday.
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Roger Federer to Miss Australian Open and Maybe Wimbledon
The New York Times – Sports:
Recovering from his fourth knee operation, Federer, at 40, has no illusions about winning a 21st major title. He wants to return for different reasons.