Virat Kohli and Roger Federer remain&nbsp;two of the biggest names in world sports. While Kohli is going strong for Team India and will be a key player at the upcoming T20 World Cup for the one-time winners, Federer sent his plethora of fans into a meltdown by retiring from tennis at the end of the recently-held Laver Cup, in London.

Prior to the 2022 edition of the Laver Cup, Federer had announced that he will step aside from the game by end of September and play his last professional match at the mega event in London. Representing Team Europe, the Federer-starrer side lost 8-13 as Team World won the Laver Cup for the first time in the fifth edition.

Talking about Federer's glittering career, he clinched&nbsp;103 singles titles. The 41-year-old Swiss maestro ended&nbsp;with a staggering 20 Grand Slam titles -- third-most in men's tennis -- and wishes poured in from all corners for the legendary player. Kohli, in a video shared by ATP Tour's official Twitter handle, also paid a heartfelt tribute to Federer:

In the video, the former Indian captain said, "Hello Roger, it's a great honour for me to be able to send this video across for you congratulating you on a phenomenal career that has given us so many beautiful moments and memories."

"I personally had the chance to meet you in the Australian Open in 2018, something that I'll never ever forget in my life. One thing that stood out for me even watching you play, was the fact that so many people around the world, not just in the world of tennis got behind you, supporting you and that kind of unity I've never seen for any other individual athlete ever. That is something that cannot be created, that cannot be generated in anyway."

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"You had that special ability always. It was very evident when we watched you play and the aura you brought on court is unmatchable. And for me, you're always going to be the greatest of all time. I'm sure in the next phase of your life you're going to have as much fun and as much enjoyment as you did on the court. I wish you all the best and your family as well. Take care," Kohli added.

Federer played his last game with longtime rival Rafael Nadal as the two teamed up for Team Europe's doubles clash versus&nbsp;American duo&nbsp;Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe, losing&nbsp;4-6, 7-6 (2), 11-9.

After Federer's retirement match, Nadal was in tears. He recently told COPE, "I'm a sensitive person, when you see someone you appreciate saying goodbye it's hard not to get emotional. It was difficult for it not to happen because of everything that was experienced that night."

The Spaniard also opened up on the two's&nbsp;iconic image where both were shedding tears and mentioned, "It got a little out of hand, and the worst thing is that when I went to the dressing room it happened again. Like everything, the relationship had different stages. It's been a relationship that was good from the beginning but that grown stronger over the years."

Virat Kohli and Roger Federer remain two of the biggest names in world sports. While Kohli is going strong for Team India and will be a key player at the upcoming T20 World Cup for the one-time winners, Federer sent his plethora of fans into a meltdown by retiring from tennis at the end of the recently-held Laver Cup, in London.

Virat Kohli and Roger Federer remain two of the biggest names in world sports. While Kohli is going strong for Team India and will be a key player at the upcoming T20 World Cup for the one-time winners, Federer sent his plethora of fans into a meltdown by retiring from tennis at the end of the recently-held Laver Cup, in London. Prior to the 2022 edition of the Laver Cup, Federer had announced that he will step aside from the game by end of September and play his last professional match at the mega event in London. Representing Team Europe, the Federer-starrer side lost 8-13 as Team World won the Laver Cup for the first time in the fifth edition. Talking about Federer's glittering career, he clinched 103 singles titles. The 41-year-old Swiss maestro ended with a staggering 20 Grand Slam titles -- third-most in men's tennis -- and wishes poured in from all corners for the legendary player. Kohli, in a video shared by ATP Tour's official Twitter handle, also paid a heartfelt tribute to Federer: In the video, the former Indian captain said, "Hello Roger, it's a great honour for me to be able to send this video across for you congratulating you on a phenomenal career that has given us so many beautiful moments and memories." "I personally had the chance to meet you in the Australian Open in 2018, something that I'll never ever forget in my life. One thing that stood out for me even watching you play, was the fact that so many people around the world, not just in the world of tennis got behind you, supporting you and that kind of unity I've never seen for any other individual athlete ever. That is something that cannot be created, that cannot be generated in anyway." Thank you for all the incredible memories, Roger 💫 @rogerfederer | #RForever | @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/VjPtVp9aq6 — ATP Tour (@atptour) September 29, 2022 × ALSO READ | 'When you see someone you appreciate saying goodbye...' - Rafael Nadal on Roger Federer's retirement "You had that special ability always. It was very evident when we watched you play and the aura you brought on court is unmatchable. And for me, you're always going to be the greatest of all time. I'm sure in the next phase of your life you're going to have as much fun and as much enjoyment as you did on the court. I wish you all the best and your family as well. Take care," Kohli added. Federer played his last game with longtime rival Rafael Nadal as the two teamed up for Team Europe's doubles clash versus American duo Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe, losing 4-6, 7-6 (2), 11-9. After Federer's retirement match, Nadal was in tears. He recently told COPE, "I'm a sensitive person, when you see someone you appreciate saying goodbye it's hard not to get emotional. It was difficult for it not to happen because of everything that was experienced that night." The Spaniard also opened up on the two's iconic image where both were shedding tears and mentioned, "It got a little out of hand, and the worst thing is that when I went to the dressing room it happened again. Like everything, the relationship had different stages. It's been a relationship that was good from the beginning but that grown stronger over the years."

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In pics| Roger Federer leaves everyone in tears as he bids adieu to tennis

Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer, who last week announced his imminent retirement wants to remain connected to "the sport that has given me everything," he said in an interview published Tuesday.

Federer, a winner of 20 Grand Slam titles and one of the best players of all time, sparked a global outpouring of emotional reactions when he announced he would retire after this week's Laver Cup.

Last Thursday he admitted on social media that his battles with a knee problem had forced him to call time on a historic career that had earned him a reputation as one of the most elegant players the game has ever seen.

As he arrived in London for his final ATP event, he told Swiss broadcaster RTS that he was "relieved" to have made the announcement, and "very happy to have been able to have the career I have had."

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He told RTS that in recent months "my progress was not satisfactory, that my knee was not letting me go."

"Then I received a scan that was not great, and there was no more progress," he said. "I told myself that it was over. Honestly, I didn't want to do it anymore.

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Federer acknowledged that he choked back "a tear or two when he announced his coming retirement last week, but told RTS he was "happy to have taken the step."

Asked about what his plans were going forward, the tennis great said "I do not know exactly what my future will be, but I do not want to completely distance myself from the sport that has given me everything." 
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Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer, who last week announced his imminent retirement wants to remain connected to "the sport that has given me everything," he said in an interview published Tuesday.

Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer, who last week announced his imminent retirement wants to remain connected to "the sport that has given me everything," he said in an interview published Tuesday. Federer, a winner of 20 Grand Slam titles and one of the best players of all time, sparked a global outpouring of emotional reactions when he announced he would retire after this week's Laver Cup. Last Thursday he admitted on social media that his battles with a knee problem had forced him to call time on a historic career that had earned him a reputation as one of the most elegant players the game has ever seen. As he arrived in London for his final ATP event, he told Swiss broadcaster RTS that he was "relieved" to have made the announcement, and "very happy to have been able to have the career I have had." Also Read: Roger Federer doubtful to take part in farewell Laver Cup tournament, will make a last-minute decision He told RTS that in recent months "my progress was not satisfactory, that my knee was not letting me go." "Then I received a scan that was not great, and there was no more progress," he said. "I told myself that it was over. Honestly, I didn't want to do it anymore. Also Read: Japan's Naomi Osaka aiming to break slump in Pan Pacific Open Federer acknowledged that he choked back "a tear or two when he announced his coming retirement last week, but told RTS he was "happy to have taken the step." Asked about what his plans were going forward, the tennis great said "I do not know exactly what my future will be, but I do not want to completely distance myself from the sport that has given me everything."

'The sport has given me everything': Roger Federer wants to stay connected to tennis after retirement