Roger Federer returned to the spotlight in the eighth edition of the Laver Cup in San Francisco. The Swiss is among the founders of this prestigious event that gathers the world's best players.
Federer continues to support it passionately and enjoys every minute of it. The 20-time Major winner had a chance to enjoy with players on and off the court, sharing his passion with younger generations ahead of the main action.
Alongside meeting Joao Fonseca for the first time, Roger enjoyed on the golf course with Carlos Alcaraz. The Swiss maestro dropped a major praise on the six-time Major champion, enjoying his matches and calling his tennis on another level.
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Per Federer, Team Europe is the favorite to defend the title and lift the trophy for the sixth time. The 20-time Major winner highlighted the strength brought by Alcaraz and world no. 3, Alexander Zverev.
Roger pointed to Alcaraz in particular as the decisive factor. The legend praised the Spaniard's unique qualities and remarkable rise to the top of men's tennis at such a young age.
Federer has long admired Carlos' fearless approach, training with him in Shanghai last year. Roger's words reflected the respect the 22-year-old has collected from the sport's greatest champion, every single one of them!
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The Swiss sees doubles encounters as evenly matched. Thus, the winner should come in the singles duels, where Alcaraz and Zverev should give Team Europe the edge.
The Laver Cup is ready to unfold, and Roger's vote of confidence places addition spotlight on the Spaniard, a couple of weeks following his sixth Major title at the US Open.
Alcaraz is ready to lead Team Europe toward another glory weekend following a stellar debut in Berlin last year and eight points on his tally, including a decisive victory over Taylor Fritz.
"I think Team Europe is probably the favorite, mainly because of the presence of Carlos and Alexander in the team. Especially Carlos, who plays tennis at another level. I always enjoy watching him - he is a pleasure to watch.
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Team Europe is stronger overall. Also, the doubles squads are equal, and the singles players should decide the winner," Roger Federer said.
