Federer admits recovery ‘taking its time’

Roger Federer has confirmed he is still looking forward to returning to competitive tennis at The Australian Open in January but says his recovery from surgery is a “long process”.

“I am doing well, my family is good. It’s a long process, it’s not day by day but more week by week progress,” he told Schweizer Illustrierte.

“I practiced a bit last week. Next year the beginning of January will be back on the court.

Federer said he was enjoying family Tim e but admitted it was strange.

Roger Federer poses with thew Australian Open winners’ trophy in 2018. Photo: Roger Parker International Sports Fotos

“The last time I stayed home over 6 weeks is at age 16,” he said.

“Being at home is more relaxing, not just for me but for my children.

“No match stress. Enjoy going for a hike, kids are doing home school anyway”.

Peter Rowe

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