Roger Federer announces retirement from tennis - 'This is a bittersweet decision'

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Wimbledon champion Roger Federer, 41, has announced his retirement from the sport, and confirmed next week's Laver Cup is set to be his final ATP event.MORE: Everything you need to know about Laver Cup 2022Taking to social media on Thursday, the tennis star - who has 20 Grand Slams to his name - addressed his fans: "As many of you know, the past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries.WATCH: Duchess Kate plays tennis with children"I've worked hard to return to full competitive form.

But I also know my body's capacities and limits, and its message to me lately has been clear. I am 41 years old. I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years."Tennis has treated me more generously than I ever would have dreamt, and now I must recognize when it is time to end my competitive career.

Roger will join the likes of Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal as they team up on the court when they compete alongside one another at this year's Laver Cup, which kicks off in London on Friday."The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event.

I will play more tennis in the future, or course, but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour," he added. The Wimbledon champion is saying goodbye to tennis"This is a bittersweet decision, because I will miss everything the tour has given me.