Roger Federer, a tennis legend, announces his retirement

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Injuries and surgeries over the past three years have faced me with difficulties,

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Federer posted an extensive message on his social media platforms.

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I've put a lot of effort into getting back to my best for competition.

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However, I am also aware of my body's capabilities and limitations, and its recent message to me has been very obvious."

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41 years old, I said. In the past 24 years, I have participated in almost 1500 matches.

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Tennis has been more kind to me than I could have ever imagined.

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Federer continued by saying the Laver Cup in London the following week will be his final ATP competition.

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Federer continued by saying the Laver Cup in London the following week will be his final ATP competition.

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