The director of the final stage of the Davis Cup, David Ferrercomment after hearing the announcement of Roger Federer to retire at the end of the Laver Cup, which will be held in London from the 23rd to the 25th of this month, which is a “sad day for tennis”, as he considers that one of the most important and influential players in history. leaving this sport.
“It’s a sad day for tennis, no doubt, although we knew it would happen because Roger hasn’t competed for a long time, I didn’t expect that day to be today and I’m a little stunned but also grateful for all that has been given to tennis,” he said in a statement made available to the media.
“Federer marked an era, he was key to the growth of tennis and one of the most influential players, if not the most, to improve tennis with Rafael Nadal). In that aspect, I think he is a player loved by everyone, who gave a lot of joy, not only because of his perfect tennis game, but also because of the values he transferred until the end of his career, ” He added .
Ferrer, who is currently retired, goes hand in hand with his professional career with the Swiss tennis player whom he has never lost in matches where they have faced each other. “I have many memories with him, exactly the 17 memories of the times that I lost with him, I will never lose him“, he pointed out between laughs.
“I remember how close he was. At the end of my career, when I wasn’t in the top ten level, I wasn’t winning many games, he gave me some advice at one point and it’s something he will remember very well. dear,” he said.
Finally, the former Jávea player pointed out that he would define Federer’s game as “elegance, perfection, and charisma”.
Source: La Verdad
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