Roger Federer Quits French Open 2016 Grand Slam Run

Tennis star Roger Federer announced on Facebook Thursday that he is dropping out of French Open 2016. “I am still not 100% and feel I might be taking an unnecessary risk by playing in this event.” This ended his run of playing in 65 consecutive grand slams.

I regret to announce that I have made the decision not to play in this year’s French Open. I have been making steady progress with my overall fitness, but I am still not 100% and feel I might be taking an unnecessary risk by playing in this event before I am really ready. This decision was not easy to make, but I took it to ensure I could play the remainder of the season and help to extend the rest of my career. I remain as motivated and excited as ever and my plan is to achieve the highest level of fitness before returning to the ATP World Tour for the upcoming grass court season. I am sorry for my fans in Paris but I very much look forward to returning to Roland Garros in 2017.