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Social Media Reaction To Federer's Retirement
Roger Federer’s announcement that next week’s Laver Cup will be his final ATP event caught the tennis and sports world by surprise Thursday. Many of tennis’ biggest stars quickly reacted to the news.
Former World No. 1 Andy Roddick, new World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and Rod Laver were among the first to post tributes on social media.
Cheers Roger. Thanks for the shared memories my friend. It was an honor to share time/experiences on the most hallowed grounds in our sport. Don’t be a stranger ….
— andyroddick (@andyroddick) September 15, 2022Roger… ?
— Carlos Alcaraz (@carlosalcaraz) September 15, 2022Roger has been one of my idols and a source of inspiration! ? Thank you for everything you have done for our sport! ❤️ I still want to play with you! ? Wish you all the luck in the world for what comes next! ?? @rogerfederer pic.twitter.com/k4xjyN3AAB
— Carlos Alcaraz (@carlosalcaraz) September 15, 2022Thank you for everything Roger. See you soon. Rocket https://t.co/wjjk1lvd2H
— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) September 15, 2022??❤️❤️?? https://t.co/Je74AYtfuj
— Stanislas Wawrinka (@stanwawrinka) September 15, 2022??. I LOVE YOU, Roger. Thank you for everything you’ve done in tennis and with myself. Tennis world will never be the same without you. https://t.co/Wm0IjNqjjx
— Juan M. del Potro (@delpotrojuan) September 15, 2022(1/2) Roger Federer is a champion’s champion. He has the most complete game of his generation & captured the hearts of sports fans around the world with an amazing quickness on the court & a powerful tennis mind. He has had a historic career w/memories that will live on and on. pic.twitter.com/zxGq4izh1v
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) September 15, 2022What a heartfelt message , full of love, life, hope, passion and gratitude. Which is exactly how Roger played the game we love so much. Thank you thank you thank you, for all the magic!!!
Xoxoxo https://t.co/2s1Aw5SpJ5
.@rogerfederer thank you for doing more for tennis than any single individual. Thanks to you competitors and fans across the world get to experience and enjoy it all over the world. Congratulations on your achievements and the people you continue to impact in and away from tennis
— Milos Raonic (@milosraonic) September 15, 2022Thanks legend!!! ??? https://t.co/F2Rq8K1LsS
— David Ferrer (@DavidFerrer87) September 15, 2022Roger - you have always been such a huge inspiration to me. Your elegance, your grace, your beautiful game. I have always held you in the highest regard and want to congratulate you for an amazing career. Tennis won’t be the same without you! Thank you ❤️@rogerfederer pic.twitter.com/tAGirtB5m4
— Petra Kvitova (@Petra_Kvitova) September 15, 2022Roger, there was and never will be anyone like you. You crushed me on the court, but were so nice and genuine that I couldn’t hate you for it. You made the game better on and off the court and you will be missed. Good luck, you have earned all the success and joy in the world https://t.co/DwROmZXeJm
— James Blake (@JRBlake) September 15, 2022R O G E R! ♥️ ?#Federer#RogerFederer pic.twitter.com/zjLaWRem9Z
— Garbiñe Muguruza (@GarbiMuguruza) September 15, 2022A role model for me and so many others!! Thanks for everything Roger ?? It’s been a privilege to share the court with you!! https://t.co/lMF1zHp8vv
— Denis Shapovalov (@denis_shapo) September 15, 2022ROGER FOR EVER ❤️
— Alex Corretja (@alexcorretja74) September 15, 2022Tearing up just listening to this. We love you Roger ? https://t.co/n2YsJJkIfC
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