Tennis

No plans of retiring any time soon, says Federer

Reuters | Posted on Oct 31, 2011 at 10:42am IST

Zurich: Tennis ace Roger Federer has said retirement is not imminent and that he will continue playing as long he has fans' support.

In an interview with with his hometown newspaper, the Basler Zeitung, the 30-year-old responded to a question about when he might stop playing.

"It will be a while before it's time. So long as I'm well supported, I'll participate." he said.

No plans of retiring any time soon, says Federer

The Swiss has dropped to fourth in the world rankings after a disappointing season.

"It will likely be my body that decides when it's time."

The Swiss has won a men's record 16 Grand Slam singles titles, but has dropped to fourth in the world rankings after a disappointing season where he failed to win a Major.

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