Roger Federer considering comeback from injury at event with Thiem

Roger Federer is said to be considering to take part in exhibitions set to be played in Berlin in July. The 20-time Grand Slam winner has not been seen on a tennis court since an exhibition match against Rafael Nadal in South Africa on February 7. A few days later the Swiss star announced he'd had surgery on his right knee to fix a problem. Federer had planned to make a return to action in time for the grass-court season but the coronavirus pandemic led all tennis events to be suspended until August. However, the tournament director Edwin Weindorfer has now unveiled plans for two mini-tournaments, taking place from July 13 to 15 and July 17 to 19 featuring six men and six women. Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem and Nick Kyrgios have already signed up for the men's competition. More players will be added to the event and Weindorfer told German media he is keen for Federer to be involved. "Following the example of the Bundesliga, we want to set new standards in tennis and organise a top event in difficult times," he said. "We are negotiating with two Grand Slam winners. We will definitely ask Roger Federer too. We know that he loves to play on the lawn. But like Angie Kerber, he wants to wait and see." It remains to be seen whether Federer will take up the offer to feature in the event but last week he admitted he was not currently training and was enjoying his break from the sport. "I'm not training at the moment because I don't see a reason for that to be honest," he said. "I am happy with my body now and I still believe that the return of the tour is a long way off. And I think it's important mentally to enjoy this break, having played so much tennis. When I'm getting towards returning and have a goal to train for, I think I will be super motivated." Source: Express

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