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Federer Floats ‘Fedal’ Seniors Tour as Agent Cites Early Talks With Nadal

Federer is training as he weighs exhibition options designed to spotlight past champions.

Overview

  • Speaking to CNBC, Roger Federer said he is open to a seniors-style circuit and jokingly dubbed a potential reunion with Rafael Nadal a “Fedal Tour.”
  • Federer’s agent Tony Godsick said he has nudged Federer to play exhibitions and noted they have had initial conversations with Nadal about a tour concept.
  • Godsick added that Federer wants confidence in his knee before committing, saying the 44-year-old is not there yet but is working in the gym.
  • Federer said he recently played several hours in San Francisco and Los Angeles as he stays in shape ahead of the Laver Cup weekend.
  • Both Federer and Nadal are retired from the ATP Tour, and while interest in tribute events is strong, no formal plan or schedule for any tour has been announced.