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Nishikori and Federer at retirement event
Kei Nishikori retires with Roger Federer at Tokyo event.
In brief
Kei Nishikori retires with Roger Federer at Tokyo event. Retired Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori appeared at a Tokyo retirement event with Roger Federer, who won 20 Grand Slam titles. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Nishikori appears at retirement event
Retired Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori appeared at an event on Sunday to commend the achievements of former world No. 4 Roger Federer.
Nishikori and Federer play doubles match
Nishikori and Federer teamed up for a doubles match at Tokyo’s Ariake Coliseum, wowing 9,000 spectators.
Nishikori announces retirement
Nishikori announced his decision to retire from professional competition earlier this year.
Federer respects Nishikori
Federer said he respects Nishikori sincerely and it is sad to see a great player like him go.
Nishikori shares experience
Nishikori hopes to share his tennis experience with young players after retiring.
The takeaway
Retired Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori appeared at a Tokyo retirement event with Roger Federer, who won 20 Grand Slam titles.
