Bjorn Borg Predicts Roger Federer To Bow Out At The End Of Next Season
Roger Federer displayed some outstanding tennis at 2015 Wimbledon. At the All England Club, the Swiss master's serve was broken only once throughout the six games -- including the straight-set victory over Andy Murray in the semifinals.
When you have won 17 Grand Slams in a career, you don't need to prove a thing to anyone in this world. However, the urge for winning one more is always there and if it's the Wimbledon that's at stake, it very hard to walk away. (Federer not Ready to be Written Off)
Will Roger Federer retire after his loss to Novak Djokovic at the SW19? Or will he carry on till he adds an 18th Slam to his glowing resume? (Federer Blames Rain for Failed Wimbledon Bid)
Swedish legend Bjorn Borg thinks that the Swiss maestro still has some fuel in his tank and will hang up his boots after next season.
"At 34, he still has the motivation, is still going out and working really hard -- he wants to go out and win more tournaments and more Grand Slam tournaments. I think he's going to play one more year", said the man with 11 Grand Slams to his credit. (Federer Magnanimous After Defeat)
"I think next year he wants to try to go for the Olympics in Rio, and then after next year I think he will step away from the game", predicted Borg, a five-time Wimbledon champion.
Federer though, suggests otherwise. He has been in superb touch and played flawless tennis at the Wimbledon until the Serbian Djokovic halted his march.
"For me, a finalist trophy is not the same", Federer said after his 7-6 , 6-7 , 6-4, 6-3 loss, "you know you have to wait another year and win six matches. It's a long way off."
© AFP
Storming into the final, Federer displayed some outstanding tennis. At the All England Club, the Swiss master's serve was broken only once throughout the six games - including the straight-set victory over Andy Murray in the semifinals.
Even in the final, Federer looked up for a fight against the World No. 1 until the big Serb broke him down with his machine-like efficiency.
"It would have been nicer to win some than to lose some," the World No. 2 said, "at the same time, I lost against the world No. 1 at the moment. That's the kind of guy you probably can lose against."
Federer looks hungry and is gunning for some more glory. He looks fit and has played with a renewed vigour at this year's Wimbledon.
At 34, the end may not be that far but till that time arrives, all Federer fans should brace themselves up for some superlative display of tennis.