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Daily Mirror
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Benjamin Goddard

6 legends that could follow Roger Federer into retirement as Swiss icon hangs up racket

After almost two decade at the top of tennis Roger Federer is set to hang up his racket after next weekend's Laver Cup.

The 41-year-old won the first of his 20 Grand Slam tournaments at Wimbledon in 2003. However, he is saying goodbye at the London event after a difficult few years battling injury.The Swiss star has been out of action since 2021 and has gone through triple knee surgery during his time off.

He wrote an emotional statement to fans last week announcing his retirement and tributes poured in for one of the very best athletes of all time. However, there are a host of other sporting greats who are also reaching the end of their careers and could follow him into retirement soon.

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