Anticipation grows ahead of Federer's return to Paris


FILE PHOTO: Tennis - ATP 1000 - Italian Open - Foro Italico, Rome, Italy - May 16, 2019 Switzerland's Roger Federer in action during his third round match against Croatia's Borna Coric REUTERS/Matteo Ciambelli

(Reuters) - All Roger Federer had to do was strike a few silky forehands in his first practice session at Roland Garros for four years to create something of a social media frenzy this week.

Ever since the 37-year-old announced he was ending his self-imposed French Open exile, anticipation has been growing and video footage of his gentle warmup on Tuesday sent his legions of fans into a frenzy.

Play, subscribe and stand a chance to win prizes worth over RM39,000! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Tennis

Tennis-Sinner beats Lehecka in rain-hit Miami final to capture 'Sunshine Double'
Tennis-Sabalenka beats Gauff in Miami final, completes 'Sunshine Double'
Tennis-Sinner on doorstep of 'Sunshine Double' after beating Zverev in Miami
Tennis-Alcaraz set for Bernabeu experience as stadium to install practice clay court for Madrid Open
Tennis-Sabalenka sails past Rybakina to set up Miami Open final against Gauff
Tennis-Dominant Sinner eases past Tiafoe to reach Miami semi-finals
Tennis-US judge dismisses lawsuit by Ukraine's Tsurenko against WTA over distress linked to war
Tennis-Sabalenka to face Rybakina in blockbuster Miami Open semi-final
Tennis-Gauff opens up on impostor syndrome ahead of Miami Open semis
Tennis-Red-hot Sinner overcomes Michelsen to reach Miami quarters

Others Also Read