Swiss Tennis legend Roger Federer reacted hilariously before posing for a photo during the Black Carpet ahead of Laver Cup 2025, which begins on September 19. With a stack of alcohol bottles kept where he posed, the veteran athlete said, 'How is everyone? Oh Geez, I almost kicked it. That would have been a good one.'
Federer is notably one of the founders and co-creator of the esteemed Tennis tournament. The eighth edition of the Laver Cup is all set to run from September 19 to 21 at the Chase Center in San Francisco, USA. Named after the Australian Tennis legend Rod Laver, the tournament first began in the year 2017 and it takes place between Team Europe and Team World. Six players each from both sides will compete against one another to establish supremacy.
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"I think Europe is probably the favourite" - Roger Federer
When asked to pick the favourites for the eighth edition of the Laver Cup, Federer said it has to be Europe, given they have the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev. He told CNBC:
"I think Europe is probably the favourite - mainly because of Alcaraz and [Alexander] Zverev on the team. "Especially Alcaraz - he’s playing tennis on another level, honestly. I always enjoy watching Carlos - he’s a real treat to watch. I do think that Europe probably overall has a stronger team, and I think the doubles are not as crucial this time around because I think both teams are about equally strong in the doubles. It's going to come down to the singles."
Jannik Sinner and Alcaraz battled in last three Grand Slam finals, with the latter winning two.
