This is how the world received Roger Federer's announcement

The Wimbledon organizers - Federer won a record eight firsts here -:

"Roger, where do we begin? It has been an honor to witness your journey and see you become a champion in every sense of the word. We will miss seeing you grace our courses so much, but for now all we can say is thank you for the memories and joy you have brought so you have given to many people."

Juan Martin del Potro:

"I LOVE YOU Roger! Thank you for everything you have done in tennis and for me. The world of tennis will never be the same without you."

Andy Roddick, who lost the 2009 Wimbledon final to Federer:

"Cheers Roger! Thanks for the memories my friend. It's been an honor to share time and experience with you in the most hallowed grounds of our sport. Also, it seems like a good time to start training for Wimbledon. (Just kidding)."

Roland Garros organizers:

"An inspiration on and off the field. Thank you, Roger!"

The organizers of the Laver Cup - where Federer will play next week before his retirement - are:

"Congratulations on your supernatural career. Thank you for being a never-ending source of inspiration!"

Denis Shapovalov:

"You are a role model for me and many others! Thank you for everything, Roger! It is an honor to share the tennis court with you!"

David Ferrer:

"The saddest day in tennis. Thank you, Mr. Federer!"

Gary Lineker former footballer, television personality:

"Watching you play has been one of life's greatest joys. You have brought so much joy to so many. Good luck with all that comes next."

Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee:

"Federer is a gentleman on and off the court, and a true Olympic champion. Congratulations on your outstanding career and good luck in the future. Hopefully, our paths will cross again."

Billie Jean King was a former female world number one:

"Federer is the champion of champions. He is the most versatile player of his generation, who won the hearts of fans around the world with his surprising speed and excellent game intelligence."

Current World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz:

"Roger was one of my role models and a source of inspiration. Thank you for everything you have done for our sport. I want to play with you again!"

Rafael Nadal, who boasts a 24-16 record against Federer:

"Dear Roger, my friend and competitor! I wish this day had never come! It is a sad day for me personally and for the whole sports world. It was a pleasure and an honor to share with you all these wonderful moments on the field over the years. Many more in common we'll have work to do in the future, we both know that."

(Source: Source: sportrajongo.hu, mti/Photo: pixabay, mti)