“This version of Federer can still beat Djocovid”- Fans react to Roger Federer’s amazing padel skills in Dubai
Roger Federer was seen playing padel in Dubai. Social media users are excited to witness the Swiss legend in action playing a racquet sport.
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Roger Federer playing padel
Roger Federer knows how to be in the media spotlight. Whatever he does becomes instant news. His prowess on the tennis courts over the years is now part of legends and folklore. But now after retirement, he is also trying another sport- Padel’. Padel is a racket sport popular in Mexico that is normally played as doubles teams on a court that is enclosed and somewhat smaller than a doubles tennis court. The balls used are comparable to regular tennis balls but with a bit less pressure; however, scoring is the same.
The Swiss legend was seen honing his padel skills in Dubai, UAE. Eminent journalist Luigi Gatto shared a video of Roger Federer playing padel on social media. He was seen playing his vintage forehand shot but this time with a padel racquet in his hand at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club.
“Federer playing padel in Dubai,” his caption read.
Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. It is very popular in Spain and the rest of Europe. However, if Roger Federer begins to be seen playing this sport more often, it will increase its popularity by mulitple folds.
Social media is happy to see Roger Federer in action
Roger Federer has played only a few times in the 2022 season. He shocked the world when he announced his retirement last year. He played his last match as a doubles pair with Rafael Nadal for Team Europe against Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock for Team World at Laver Cup 2022. It is counted as one of the most emotional nights in the history of tennis sport.
Last year, he was also seen watching an NBA game in New York, USA, and trying his hand at basketball. This year it seems he is ready to give a shot at padel sport. When social media users saw this video, they too were astonished. Many have commented on this particular post. Here are a few reactions that came in.
“federer loves a racket and a ball, fact,” the caption read.
“Okay, now that I’ve seen Federer playing Padel, I need more videos of Federer playing Padel…,” the caption read in English. (Translated through Google Translate).
Since his retirement, Roger Federer has been busy giving interviews and attending functions celebrating his legacy. Rolex, UniQlo, and many other organizations honored him. Australian Open 2023 organizers were also planning to invite the 20-time Grand Slam men’s singles title winner to the event and honor him.
However, British newspaper The Daily Mail reported that the Swiss legend has declined the invitation. It looks like Australian tennis fans will have to wait for some time before they can watch Roger Federer on the courts again.
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