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Published 19:20 IST, November 21st 2019

Roger Federer poses for fans in the middle of the match

Roger Federer obliged to a fan's request and posed for pictures during an exhibition match against Alexander Zverev

Reported by: Devarshi mankad
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Roger Federer had a fun moment on the court during an exhibition match against Alexander Zverev. A spectator was trying to his picture and the Swiss player decided to pose in the middle of the match to help him get a good .

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One for the fans

Federer, understanding the fans' frustration, paused the game briefly and started posing in different ways so that the fan could a few pictures. The entire stadium was in splits and he was applauded for being a sport. Federer is known for his fun spirit and this incident was just another example of the same. He posed in varied ways,  readying himself for the match, playing a forehand, backhand, reading for the service, waiting to receive a service, etc. 

Federer was playing against the German in an exhibition match. Hs is currently on a South American tour playing multiple matches across the continent. He will be playing in Santiago, Buenos Aires, Bogota, Mexico City, and Quinto. 

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At a press conference when asked about his career and future plans,he said, "I don't know the answer, to be honest. As long as I am feeling good right now, and I am really enjoying my life on the road and enjoy playing against Sascha and other players on the tour, I see no reason to stop. But of course, with age, everything gets more difficult, but at the same time, with experience also so I don't know how it going to end. It is just going to be more emotional and nice and I hope the whole process is going to be good and not too difficult."

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Federer is not playing in the Davis Cup after Switzerland failed to qualify for the newly revamped tournament.

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