Federer confirms US Open participation but rules out Williams-style comeback

Roger Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam champion, is set to make a brief return to competitive tennis with an exhibition match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, his first since 2019. He will play one set against Andy Roddick and a doubles set with John McEnroe. Federer, now 45, has confirmed he has no plans to return to major tournaments, citing knee issues and the need to say goodbye to the sport he has dominated.

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