“Few Defeats Would Not Change That”: Tennis Legend Claims Roger Federer Will Keep His Legend Status

The tennis world is waiting for the 8th of March, the day Roger Federer returns. However, the Swiss maestro has overcome a perfect storm to reach here. For this reason, many people from inside tennis have raised concerns about his position.

Notably, the 39-year-old has not played a competitive tennis match in more than 13 months. Moreover, Federer underwent two knee surgeries last year that put him out for the entire season.

Conversely, there is no denying that the 20-time Grand Slam champion did his best to recover fully. Also, he is not someone who will risk his health for the sake of anything.

But considering his level in the sport, is it putting everything on stakes? The retired German professional, Rainer Schuttler, disagreed completely.

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What can be the challenges for Federer in Doha?

The comeback story began at the Australian Open 2021, where Roger Federer withdrew due to not being 100%. Later on, when he confirmed his participation in Qatar Open 2021, tennis fans reached cloud nine.

Provided that, the challenges are graver than ever for the Basel-born. Firstly, he has not played in any tournament under quarantine conditions; secondly, most of his opponents are a decade younger.

Furthermore, the competency of his feet is most concerning. But, when the Swiss maestro is himself confident to play, it is as much surety as one can get.

Concerning his image as a legend, the 2003 Australian Open finalist Rainer claimed, it will be unaffected.

“What Roger has achieved and achieved in his career will always remain outstanding,” Schuttler said. “He has broken so many records and won tournaments that even a few defeats would not change that.”

Federer will already be in Doha, excited to take on the court this coming Monday. Even the entry list will be quite challenging for the ‘King’.

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Who will Roger Federer face in Qatar Open 2021?

The reigning US Open champion Dominic Thiem is the top seed, with Federer as the second. In the third position, the defending champion of the event, Andrey Rublev, stands.

Besides them, Roger’s compatriot and three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka will play in the event. Additionally, Denis Shapovalov, Roberto Bautista-Agut, David Goffin, and Borna Coric are also seeded.

To sum up, watching Federer play in Doha will be a treat beyond words. Hopefully, from here on, he will play the entire 2021 season. Best of luck, Roger!

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