Karatsev began as the top-seeded player at the Maharashtra Open 2022. But he lost to Elias Ymer in straight sets in the second round of the tournament after getting a bye in the first round.
The Swedish player maintained a whopping 95% win percentage on his second serve, winning the match with a final scoreline of 6-2, 7-6 (3).
Interestingly, this is not the first time Karatsev has showered high praise on Federer. In an interview last year, the Russian described Federer as his “childhood idol” and said he hoped to face him on the court some day.
In the interview in Maharashtra, Karatsev also disclosed his “best moment” on the tennis court. He picked the time when he reached the semi-finals of the Australian Open 2021 and faced World No. 1 Novak Djokovic. He reached the top four despite beginning the Grand Slam as a qualifier.
“The question is better answered maybe by April or May” - Roger Federer on when he’ll make his comeback
Roger Federer last played professional tennis at the 2021 Wimbledon, where he suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of Hubert Hurkacz in the quarter-finals.
In a recent interview with Credit Suisse, Federer revealed that he is “working hard” to make a comeback. However, he stated he will only be able to make such a decision in April or May 2022.
Following his seven-month absence from tennis, the Swiss player’s ATP ranking has dropped to 30.
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