“He’s Missing Me”: Roger Federer Reveals What Stefanos Tsitsipas Texted Him Before Laver Cup 2021

Due to his knee injury, Roger Federer had to withdraw from the Laver Cup 2021. Naturally, the whole experience of the tournament felt incomplete without his presence. Not just for fans but also for his Team Europe. And so, Stefanos Tsitsipas expressed his feelings on text. In response, Federer paid him and the Boston crowd a surprise visit.

Moreover, as the Swiss maestro entered, he received a standing ovation from the entire stadium. Considering that he started his tournament, Federer would be happy to see the turnout without him playing.

But thanks to Tsitsipas‘s text, the Laver Cup 2021 started with Federer’s presence in the crowd. It wasn’t a surprise for the fans but also the Greek professional.

“I got a text from Stefanos saying where I am, he’s missing me, and he needs me on the team. I didn’t tell him I am coming so that it’ll be a surprise,” Federer explained.

Throughout Day 1, the 20-time Grand Slam champion enjoyed the matches from the stands. He even went to the Team Europe locker room to congratulate Andrey Rublev on his close win against Diego Schwartzman.

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No Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic in Laver Cup 2021

In Laver Cup 2019, the world saw Federer and Nadal playing doubles on the court. Not to forget their awe-inspiring chemistry together that made the event so successful.

Unfortunately, the legendary rivals had to miss this year’s Laver Cup due to injuries. Besides, Djokovic decided to take a break after the US Open 2021 loss.

Even so, the Laver Cup 2021 kick-started with some sensational tennis from both teams. But so far, Team Europe leads 3-0 over Team World.

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When will Federer return on the tennis tour?

To get a complete recovery, Federer ended his 2021 season after the Wimbledon loss. Many considered that he might never return on the court again.

But positively, the Swiss maestro revealed that his rehabilitation is going well, and he is looking forward to his return in 2022. He also has goals for playing the Laver Cup 2022.

Tied at 20 Grand Slams with Nadal and Djokovic, Federer might only focus on major tournaments. But do you think he can win one more Grand Slam tournament before retirement?

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