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'They play incredible tennis,' Federer hails Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry ahead of Aus Open

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'They Play Incredible Tennis,' Federer Hails Alcaraz-Sinner Rivalry Ahead Of Aus Open

By IANS News January 15, 2026 • 15:32 PM View: 71

Swiss tennis great Roger Federer returned to Melbourne Park ahead of the Australian Open and lavished praise on Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, hailing their rivalry as one of the most exciting storylines in modern tennis.

Federer, who announced his retirement in 2022, makes his appearance at the Melbourne Park ahead of the opening ceremony of the 2026 edition of the hard-court major, six years since the Swiss star played his final tournament.

TAGS Aus Open Roger Federer Melbourne Park Australian Open Carlos Alcaraz Jannik Sinner Grand Slam World No Andre Agassi Patrick Rafter Lleyton Hewitt Rafael Nadal Roland Garros French Open ATP Tour Career Grand Slam

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