VIDEO: An Emotional Roger Federer Embraces His Kids and Wife Mirka Following His Last Match at the 2022 Laver Cup

Tennis has received a special gift in the form of Roger Federer. Such has been the aura with which the Swiss maestro has played over the years. Further, the 20-time Grand Slam champion has won fans all across the globe with his impactful performances on the tennis court. His attacking gameplay and one-handed backhand strokes are undoubtedly a treat to anyone’s eyes.

Earlier today, the former world number one called time on his wonderful tennis career at the 2022 Laver Cup. He has given more than 20 years of service to this sport, playing consistently at the top level. After his last match, the Swiss maestro had an emotional moment with his family.

Roger Federer involved in an emotional embrace with his wife and kids

Federer played doubles with Rafael Nadal in the last match of his career. In attendance, were Federer’s children and his wife Mirka. After the match, the family proceeded courtside where they had an emotional embrace with Federer.

Federer’s children couldn’t hold back their tears as Federer consoled them saying, “I?m so happy. I?m not sad. ok?”

During the on-court interview, Federer thanked his family members for the positive influence they have had on his career. Moreover, he talked about how his wife Mirka could’ve stopped him years ago but instead backed him to continue playing.

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Federer tasted defeat in the last match of his career. Partnering with Nadal, the duo lost against Team World’s Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock. Nonetheless, it was a treat for tennis fans, with the match going right to the distance. Sock and Tiafoe prevailed in the match tiebreaker to win.

How did Federer’s children react to his retirement news?

During an interview, the 20-time Grand Slam champion revealed how his kids reacted when he informed them about his retirement. Federer said, “Somewhere they were sad that I was stopping. But they always said, ‘Stop playing tennis, we want to go skiing.’ I told all four at the same time, and three of the four cried.”

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Roger Federer broke the news about his retirement via a note on social media. His persistent knee injury had kept him away from tennis since the 2021 Wimbledon Championships, before playing his last match at the 2022 Laver Cup.