Since losing to Poland's Hulkac in three sets in the Wimbledon quarterfinals on July 8, Federer has rarely appeared in the public eye.
In August, the Swiss announced via social media that they would undergo surgery on their left knee again.
Recently, Federer, who has not been seen for a long time, appeared in the audience of the Laver Cup, causing a cheer at the scene.
He was interviewed by the media about the question of when the outside world would come back.
Federer said he is currently recovering. 'I'm feeling good at the moment, but I'm not in a hurry to get back on the field.
In March, the Swiss returned to the field and were injured again during the grass season. Apparently, the experienced man learned his lesson. After all, he already holds 20 Grand Slams, and he can't compete as crazy as he did when he was younger.
With Djokovic losing to Medvedev in three sets in this year's US Open final, the big three currently have 20 Grand Slams each, which can be said to stand on the same running line.
But at the age of 40, the king's determination to continue to undergo surgery in order to return to the field is admirable.
"It's been a tough process to make this decision because I've had a couple of knee surgeries last year," Federer said in an interview at the Laver Cup on Saturday, "I'm feeling lost at Wimbledon this year, it's a long way from my top form, but I tried my best." Now, I just want to take it one step at a time and believe that I will definitely return to the top players. ”
It is worth mentioning that Federer is one of the initiators of the Laver Cup, and went to the scene of the competition during his recovery, which shows his love and attention to this event.
Federer's true feelings also touched the fans at the scene.
During last Sunday's game, Federer was seen walking around on crutches and won thunderous applause from the audience.
Federer said: "I had to learn to walk normally before I could train. But it will take me a few more months to recover. Maybe I'll be in a much better position early next year than I am now, and everything will have to be done slowly. ”
Also, when asked about the 20 Grand Slam records. The Swiss said: "Now a new generation of players, in pursuit of breaking records, one after another to get grand slams, the three of us 20 Grand Slam records will be broken sooner or later." (Source: Tennis House Author: Wu Li Fun)
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