Patrick Mouratoglou, the French tennis coach and sports commentator, is one of the most reliable people when it comes to his analysis of players’ strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, in the wake of the ongoing clay-based Grand Slam in France, he did a ask me anything session on Instagram. During the Q&A session, he spoke about a variety of things, including Roger Federer, the 20-time Grand Slam champion’s comeback.

Federer will make a comeback after being out of the tour for almost a year. The Swiss legend walked out of the circuit to undergo surgery on his injured knee. Federer’s last event on the tour was the Wimbledon championship where the Polish tennis ace, Hubert Hurkacz, got the better of him. Therefore, people are rightfully anxious about his return and want to gather as many expert opinions as possible.

Patrick Mouratoglou shares his feelings about the comeback of Roger Federer

When asked to share his thoughts about Federer’s comeback, Mouratoglou said, “I think it’s difficult for Roger because he had many injuries. Struggling with his knee. He decided to come for the laver cup, which I think is an event more under control. So it’s a good way to come back slowly and progress into competition after being away for so long.”

Amidst rumors of retirement, the former World No.1 signed up for a tournament based in his homeland. Federer will play in the upcoming Swiss Indoors Basel an ATP 500 event.

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Further, the tournament itself will make a comeback after two years of cancellation because of the pandemic. The event will commence on 22nd October and will host its finals on 30th October with Roger Federer as its defending champion.

Federer congratulates Rafael Nadal

Federer is a person who never shies away from appreciating his rival’s achievements. Therefore, when one of his major rivals, Rafael Nadal, made history at the Australian Open, the legendary Swiss was among the first to congratulate him. The Swiss wrote, “To my friend and great rival Rafael Nadal, heartfelt congratulations on becoming the first man to win 21 Grand Slam singles titles.”

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Further, Nadal’s Australian Open triumph broke the three-way tie of 20 Grand Slam victories between him, Federer, and Djokovic. Will Federer overcome his injury struggles and equal Nadal’s record? Give us your thoughts in the comments.