Roger Federer, the Swiss tennis maestro and 20-time Grand Slam champion, is relishing his role within the tennis community following his retirement from professional tennis last year. While he has no immediate plans to replace Bjorn Borg as the captain of Team Europe at the Laver Cup, Federer expressed his interest in taking on such a role in the future.
Federer, a pivotal figure in Team Europe’s three Laver Cup victories over Team World, will be present at this year’s Laver Cup event in Vancouver. A special celebration is planned on Friday to commemorate the first anniversary of Federer’s final competitive match, which saw him team up with his long-time rival Rafael Nadal but ultimately lose to Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe.
Despite the loss, Federer’s loyalty to Team Europe runs deep. He stated, “There’s something in me that’s Team Europe. I’m happy if World wins, don’t get me wrong, but somehow I can feel it deep inside, I want Europe to win.”
Federer’s affinity for the tennis sphere and the camaraderie of the Laver Cup experience has sparked his interest in potentially becoming the captain of Team Europe someday. While no concrete plans are in place at the moment, he mused, “There’s no plans as of now, but I think that could be quite nice.”
As Roger Federer transitions into this new chapter of his tennis career, fans and fellow players alike eagerly await his potential leadership role within the tennis community and the Laver Cup. His enduring passion for the sport continues to shine brightly, and his contributions to the tennis world extend beyond the confines of the court.
