Laver Cup 2022: Roger Federer in tears as he bows out of tennis after his career's final match

Roger Federer described his tennis career as a "perfect journey" despite being denied a fairytale ending with a doubles defeat at the Laver Cup alongside long-time rival Rafael Nadal. Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer burst into tears after his career's last-ever match and he was seen getting emotional as he greeted his Team Europe teammates, fans and family.

Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer burst into tears after his career's last-ever match at the Laver Cup in London on September 24. Credit: AP/PTI Photo

The 41-year-old tennis legend was seen getting emotional as he greeted his Team Europe teammates, opponents and fans following the doubles match. Credit: Reuters Photo

Federer described his tennis career as a

Playing with long-time friend and rival Nadal, the two former world number ones won the first set to the delight of a feverish, partisan crowd, but the Americans rallied to win 4-6, 7-6 (7/2), 11-9. Credit: Reuters Photo

There was a huge roar and a standing ovation as the Swiss great bid adieu to tennis. Credit: Reuters Photo

The Swiss champion was overcome with emotion and waved to the crowd who gathered to watch him play one last time. Credit: Reuters Photo

Roger Federer is seen getting emotional at the end of his last match after announcing his retirement. Credit: Reuters Photo

Team Europe and World members lift Roger Federer at the end of his last match. Credit: Reuters Photo

An emotional Roger Federer gets clicked after the end of his last match. Credit: Reuters Phot