Tennis fans, get ready to relive the magic! Roger Federer's recent exhibition match at the Shanghai Masters has everyone buzzing, and not just because of the exciting final won by Valentin Vacherot. It's a chance to see the legend back on the court, even if it's just for fun.
Federer, a two-time Shanghai Masters champion, teamed up with actor Donnie Yen to face off against actor Wu Lei and former WTA player Zheng Jie. The result? A win for Federer and Yen, with a score of 5-7, 10-8, 7-1.
But what about Federer's game? How is he holding up? Former player Sam Querrey weighed in on Tennis Channel, and his assessment is quite interesting.
Querrey observed that Federer brought his full gear, including extra rackets and clothes, even for an exhibition. "He's messing around, right? He's not playing with other professionals, but he still looked good, right? The strokes are there, the timing is there, and you can still tell he can do anything he wants," Querrey noted.
And this is the part most people miss... Querrey's comments highlight the pure joy of watching Federer play, regardless of the competition. It's about the artistry, the grace, and the sheer enjoyment he brings to the game.
Federer's appearances at the Shanghai Masters in both 2024 and 2023 have sparked excitement. Last year, he played alongside singer and actor Eason Chan.
But here's where it gets controversial... The real talk of the town is a potential Senior's Tour featuring Federer and his long-time rival, Rafael Nadal. Querrey's reaction? Pure enthusiasm! "Am I in? Get me tickets to all of it! Who doesn’t want to watch that?" he exclaimed.
The idea of a 'Fedal' tour is a dream for many tennis fans, as these two players are undeniably missed on the ATP Tour. Considering Federer's performance in Shanghai and Nadal's recent retirement, the quality of play could be incredibly high.
What do you think? Would you be excited to see a Federer and Nadal senior's tour? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Do you agree with Querrey's assessment of Federer's game? Let's discuss!
