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French Open: Roger Federer cancels start in the round of 16

Roger Federer will not contest his round of 16 duel with Matteo Berrettini at the French Open 2021. This was announced by the organizers of Roland Garros on Sunday afternoon.

by Michael Rothschädl
last edit: Jun 06, 2021, 04:37 pm

Roger Federer will not play his round of 16 match at the French Open

The Swiss had already put it into the room after his mad fight against the German Dominik Köpfer, now it is official: Roger Federer will not contest his round of 16 duel with Matteo Berrettini at the French Open 2021. The 20-time Grand Slam winner thus underscores his priorities, according to which full concentration applies to the Grand Slam Wimbledon.

On Sunday afternoon, the 39-year-old's withdrawal was announced on Twitter.

More information will follow!