Published 17:43 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
- SportFit
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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 .
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.
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."
Federer is not playing in the Davis Cup after Switzerland failed to qualify for the newly revamped tournament.
Updated 19:20 IST, November 21st 2019