'An outstanding career comes to an end'- Twitter shocked as Roger Federer announces his retirement from Tennis

Roger Federer, the Swiss wonder, has announced that he will retire from professional tennis after the Laver Cup in 2022. On Thursday, the legendary tennis player released a note in which he revealed his retirement plans. Wishes started pouring on the former World number 1's illustrious career.

"Of all the gifts that tennis has given me over the years, the greatest, without a doubt, has been the people I've met along the way: my friends, my competitors, and most of all the fans who give the sport its life. Today, I want to share some news with all of you," Federer said.

The Swiss tennis legend also confirmed that the upcoming Laver Cup will be his final ATP tournament. Federer, who is nearing the end of his legendary tennis career, has struggled to compete in major tournaments in the last three years. Federer has played over 1500 matches in his trophy-laden career spanning 24 years.

“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. The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event. I will play more tennis in the future, of course, but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour,” Federer added.

Here is Roger Federer's note

❤️ pic.twitter.com/YxtVWrlXIF

— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) September 15, 2022

Wishes from all over the world began to pour in for the 41-year-old as soon as he announced his retirement. Star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli also had a message for Federer. "The greatest of all time. King roger," wrote the former Indian captain.

Here is Virat Kohli's comment

Roger Federer-Virat Kohli (Source: Twitter)

In the meantime, fans were all in to wish the legend of the game his excellent career. Many wrote that the tennis ace changed the game forever, while others wished him well. "You changed the game, #RForever," ATP tour's official Twitter handle tweeted. 

Here is how Twitter reacted

Thank you for all the beautiful memories ❤️ Truly, the greatest of all time, Roger Federer. pic.twitter.com/wK16ULYrn9

— Barça Girl (@anushree_68) September 15, 2022

Roger Federer has officially announced his retire from tennis.

Thanks for all everything ❤️🐐 pic.twitter.com/cgVN1u39P6

— BarçaTimes (@BarcaTimes) September 15, 2022

An outstanding career comes to an end 😭

Thank you for all the memories Roger Federer! You will be missed!@rogerfederer | @swissteam | @ITFTennis pic.twitter.com/fJ1FZrh9YM

— The Olympic Games (@Olympics) September 15, 2022

Roger Federer announces he’s retiring from pro tennis after the Laver Cup.

End of an era 🐐 pic.twitter.com/btKQsi8bnG

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 15, 2022

Breaking: Roger Federer announced on social media that he's ending his competitive tennis career.

The Laver Cup next week in London will be his final ATP event. pic.twitter.com/8ZciyLFiHV

— ESPN (@espn) September 15, 2022

The game will miss these two 🎾.

Serena Williams and Roger Federer. pic.twitter.com/otKgx8lQfI

— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) September 15, 2022

You changed the game, #RForever. @rogerfederer ❤️ pic.twitter.com/XIyDzCMTuk

— ATP Tour (@atptour) September 15, 2022

We may not like to admit it but we all love/have loved Roger Federer at one point. Impossible to hate someone like him for your whole life

— ryan (@holdentheblues) September 15, 2022

ROGER FEDERER RETIRED?!

This is not how it should’ve ended??

— Shrutika // Unreliable Car Season (@Shrustappen33) September 15, 2022

Roger Federer retires from Tennis next month after Laver Cup at 41 years.

No Tennis player alive plays drop balls like him.

— POOJA!!! (@PoojaMedia) September 15, 2022