LONDON: Roger Federer described his tennis career as a "perfect journey" despite being denied a fairytale ending Saturday with a doubles defeat at the Laver Cup alongside long-time rival Rafael Nadal.

Team Europe’s Roger Federer (front) and Rafael Nadal in action during their Laver Cup doubles match against Team World’s Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe at the O2 arena in London on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 (September 24 in Manila). Switzerland’s Federer (inset) sheds a tear during an interview after playing his final match. AP/AFP PHOTOS
Team Europe’s Roger Federer (front) and Rafael Nadal in action during their Laver Cup doubles match against Team World’s Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe at the O2 arena in London on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 (September 24 in Manila). Switzerland’s Federer (inset) sheds a tear during an interview after playing his final match. AP/AFP PHOTOS

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