In a huge treat for tennis fans across the globe, two of the biggest players in the game, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, will come together for the doubles match for Team Europe in the Laver Cup.
The duo, who have won 42 Grand Slam titles between them, will take on Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock of Team World on the opening day of the mega event.
Federer and Nadal have made an appearance together on a few occasions before as well, and the last time they teamed up together was in 2019 when they beat Sam Querrey and Jack Sock in three sets.
“I am not sure if I will be able to handle it all but I will try,” Federer said during Team Europe’s post-tournament press conference.
Speaking ahead of the monumental occasion, Nadal said, “One of the most important, if not the most important, players in my tennis career is leaving. At the end, this moment will be difficult. I’m super-excited and grateful to play with him.”
Federer, who will end his illustrious career after the Laver Cup, will compete in the singles event.He has an unbeaten record of 6-0 in the singles event of the Laver Cup.
Team Europe’s Capser Ruud, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Andy Murray will feature in the singles matches for Team Europe.