Ever since Roger Federer hung up the racket, fans have hoped that they will hear the news of a comeback. They have been disappointed at every turn, yet they continue to hope as they speculate a return. Fans went wild with speculation once again as they saw a sneak peek video of the Swiss Maestro moving gracefully around the court in an attire that reminded many of his younger years.
As fans continue to hope for the tennis return of the 20-time grand slam champion, he is focused on other aspects of his life. He is currently improving the reach of his brand and trying to keep himself in shape.
Is Roger Federer on his way to announcing a comeback?
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Some videos of Federer playing tennis have evoked a comeback rumor, and it has managed to do so once again. A fan uploaded a video where Federer donned an all-black outfit and hit a backhand and a forehand, with a camera crew capturing his moves. They also added a video where the Swiss Maestro hit a backhand volley. The poster also added the caption, “Is Federer coming back?”
One fan hoped that he would return for the Olympics to play doubles with Stan Wawrinka.
Olympics maybe? Doubles with Stan? A girl can wish!
— Cindy Sweeny 🇺🇲 ☘️ 🫏 🇮🇪 🇺🇦 🇺🇸 ⚾️🎾 (@PeregrineArtGls) March 15, 2024
Another fan wished that he would return for doubles with Wawrinka.
He’d still be a top 10 player. Only bums in top 10 other than sinner and alcaraz.
— Edmond Dantes (@BogdanRMCF) March 15, 2024
One user had faith that he would be in the top 10 since the current top 10 players aren’t great as per them.
I wish it was Olympic doubles with wawrinka
— Jasey Smith (@tennis4life13) March 16, 2024
Changing the tone, one person said that his knee was alright, but not for professional tennis. They further pointed out that fluid buildup is caused by chronic scar tissue.
He still plays for fun. His knee is OK but not for competitive tennis anymore. There was fluid build up because of chronic scar tissuer
— Veronica RF ❤️ (@VeronicaHoungan) March 15, 2024
Another user believed that the video would not be a sign of his return as Federer has made it clear that he will not return due to the issues with his knees. But they were hopeful he would play some exhibition matches.
Unfortunately no. He's made it very clear – the knee will not allow it and he's happy in retirement. Hopefully we'll see him play exhos someday.
— CM T (@cmt2160) March 15, 2024
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This is not the first time fans have speculated about his return since his retirement. Hopes of Federer playing in the Laver Cup came alive but were ultimately reduced to ashes when his physical condition was noticed.
Federer’s knee issues become apparent as fans lose hope for a return
Near the end of August, Federer attended an event for On, a Swiss company in which he has invested. During the ceremony, the Swiss maestro was observed limping, which concerned followers on social media. As the video went viral on X, people expressed their disappointment that Federer would never play tennis again.
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Watching the 20-time grand slam champion limp in such a manner, fans had come to terms with the fact that he was likely never going to play tennis in a professional capacity once again. However, the current video has shown some improvement. Federer could either be practicing to stay fit or be playing for fun. We will likely find out the cause of the video soon.