The pair will represent Team Europe in the fifth edition of the Laver Cup, a tournament started by Federer’s management company Team 8 and named in honor of Australian tennis legend Rod Laver.
Federer said he was delighted to be returning to the competition once again and competing alongside his good friend Nadal.
Nadal, who lifted his 21st Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, said sharing the court with Federer for a doubles match at the Laver Cup would be a “truly special experience.”
The Laver Cup is unique in the sense that it’s played between two teams, Team Europe and Team World. It took place in Boston last year. While Bjorn Borg is the captain of Team Europe, John McEnroe is responsible for guiding Team World.
Team Europe have won all four editions of the competition till date.
Roger Federer says he won’t make a decision regarding his comeback until April or May
Federer has not featured in a professional match since July 2021, when he was beaten by Hubert Hurkacz in the quarterfinals at Wimbledon. The Swiss aggravated a knee problem that required surgery.
In a recent interview with Credit Suisse, Federer revealed that he still has the “drive” to play tennis. However, he stressed that he won’t be able to take a call on his return until April.
The Swiss further stated that he is working really hard to return to the court.
Following his long break from tennis, Federer’s ATP ranking has dropped to 30, his lowest since 2001.
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