Laver Cup will be tough, not an exhibition, Federer says


  • Tennis
  • Tuesday, 21 Feb 2017

Switzerland's Roger Federer holds his Australian Open trophy as he is welcomed by a fan upon his arrival at Zurich airport. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann

PRAGUE (Reuters) - Tennis's answer to golf's Ryder Cup will be as competitive as other global tournaments, 18-times grand slam champion Roger Federer said on Monday, dismissing concerns that players might treat the event, which launches in September, as an exhibition.

The Laver Cup format will be a rare chance to see the game's top players team up and Federer said he was most looking forward to appearing alongside long-time rival Rafael Nadal, who will also anchor the European side.

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