Federer looks forward to brief return to Arthur Ashe stadium
Federer will team with Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi and John McEnroe in a doubles exhibition as he says no comeback is planned.
- On Tuesday, Roger Federer returns to Arthur Ashe Stadium for a doubles exhibition during fan week, featuring former rivals Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi, and John McEnroe ahead of Sunday's tournament start.
- Federer last played at the Open in 2019, but injuries prevented participation in 2020 and 2021 before his retirement in 2022, leaving New York fans without a proper sendoff.
- The 20-time Grand Slam champion said the match provides "a true opportunity to say thank you," with his children, twins aged 12 and 17, attending the "respectful" exhibition.
- Ahead of his International Tennis Hall induction in Newport later this week, Federer dismissed comeback speculation, saying "There's just way too many obstacles, and I'm too busy."
- The group collectively has won a dozen men's singles titles at the Open, showcasing tennis legend status while providing fans a relaxed format to celebrate the sport's greatest players.
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The Swiss tennis legend will return to the courts on Tuesday, August 25, in New York. The five-time winner of the US Open is expected for an exhibition game alongside former American stars. On this occasion, Roger Federer gave a clear answer on a possible resumption of his career. - US Open: Roger Federer back in New York... to "say thank you and goodbye" (Sports).
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