It is the end an era for Roger Federer. Federer, the first man to win 20 Grand Slam titles in tennis, announced Thursday that he is retiring from competition after a multi-year struggle to return from knee injuries. Federer, 41, had hoped to come back for one final goodbye in 2023 but said that next week’s Laver Cup in London will be his final event. "I’ve worked hard to return to full competitive form," Federer wrote in a message to fans that was posted on his Twitter account. "But I also know my body’s capacities and limits, and its message to me lately has been clear. I am 41 years old. I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years. Tennis has treated me more generously than I ever would have dreamt, and now I must recognize when it is time to end my competitive career." Tap the link in our bio to read more about the announcement #rogerfederer #tennis #retirement