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Roger Federer returns to US Open for exhibition match
Roger Federer is set to return to Arthur Ashe Stadium for a special US Open exhibition match, marking his first appearance at the tournament since 2019. The 45-year-old Swiss legend will participate in a series of exhibition sets, including a single set against Andy Roddick and a doubles match alongside John McEnroe against the duo of Roddick and Andre Agassi.
During a press conference in New York, Federer addressed speculation regarding a professional comeback, firmly ruling it out. He stated, “No, no, no, no. Not at all,” clarifying that he has no intention of returning to the competitive circuit like Serena Williams. Federer noted that while he feels some nervousness due to not having played a singles set in approximately five years, he is happy to return to a venue where he won five consecutive US Open titles between 2004 and 2008.
The event serves as a celebratory farewell to his New York fans ahead of his induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport. Federer also shared reflections on his career and expressed admiration for current players like Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner.
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