Roger Federer Reiterates His Desperation to Move Away From Tennis in a Soul Crushing Admission – ‘Happy That It’s Over’

Roger Federer is “really relieved” to have hung up his racquet, signaling the end of an era in tennis. While his supporters eagerly await his return, Federer has no such plans. The 42-year-old Swiss legend, who was recently spotted in a promotional video with Rafael Nadal, emphasized his satisfaction with retirement while restating his wish to withdraw from tennis permanently.

The 20-time Grand Slam Champion, recently sat down with his friend, Nadal, while shooting a promotional video for Louis Vuitton. In that conversation, the Swiss legend said, “I think also that here it embodies everything: we are sitting sort off on the peak of the mountains. You know like I said before, I’m very proud and happy about my career, my playing days, but I am also so happy that it’s over.” 

Federer announced his retirement in September 2022, following his participation in London’s Laver Cup competition. Sharing his decision via a video on Instagram, he elaborated, stating, “As many of you know, the past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries. I’ve worked hard to return to full and competitive form.” On the other hand, he acknowledged that leaving the tour would be “a bittersweet decision,” describing his retirement as something he would deeply miss.

However, this was not the first time the Swiss legend talked about his feelings post-retirement. The former number one revealed his deep relief at his choice to retire in a recent interview with GQ Hype. He stated, “I’m really relieved if that makes any sense. I mean, the last few years have been tough with my knee. You could feel the end coming closer.” 

But the biggest question is: does the 20-time Grand Slam champion miss competitive tennis and playing on the tour? We have got the answer covered. 

Instead of missing tennis, Roger Federer feels “really at peace” after retiring

After retiring, the 20-time Grand Slam winner said he hasn’t missed playing professional tennis. He seemed at ease, saying in an interview with GQ, “I don’t miss it. I really don’t. I feel really at peace.” Federer partially explained this feeling by acknowledging that he can no longer compete at the greatest level due to issues with his knee, body, and mind.

“I tried everything I had,” he said, comparing his career to trying to extract every last bit of potential. Federer started playing tennis professionally in 1998, remarkably at the age of sixteen. His breakthrough was in 2003 when he won Wimbledon’s Grand Slam singles championship. With this triumph, Federer launched an incredible career that saw him win 20 Grand Slam singles titles, solidifying his place among the greatest tennis players of all time.