Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Federer on Court Speeds Favoring Alcaraz, Sinner
Tennis superstar Roger Federer shared some thoughts about modern tennis courts.
He feels the courts are now too slow and all the same.
This means that tennis is becoming less interesting.
Federer suggested that tournament directors are slowing the courts, which benefits the top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
He wants to see different court speeds to challenge the best players and make the game more exciting for everyone.
He believes it has become easier to return serves.
Roger Federer criticized the current court speeds in tennis.
He believes slower courts erode the diversity of playing styles.
Federer suggested that court conditions may benefit Alcaraz and Sinner.
He wants to see varied court speeds.
Federer made these comments during the 2025 Laver Cup.
- Who
- Roger Federer
- What
- Expressed concerns over court speeds and uniformity, suggesting they favor certain players.
- When
- During the 2025 Laver Cup
- Where
- At the 2025 Laver Cup
- Why
- He believes slower courts lead to similar playing styles and may benefit players like Alcaraz and Sinner disproportionately.
Roger Federer's View
No opposing side
Court Speed
Roger Federer's View
Wants a change in court speed to allow for a larger variety of games.
No opposing side
No explicit opposing views mentioned.
- Critic
- Roger Federer
- Event
- 2025 Laver Cup
- Key Players
- Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner
- Federer's Concern
- Court Speeds
- Team World
- Won the 2025 Laver Cup
