Roger Federer announces retirement

Roger Federer is retiring from professional tennis at age 41 after a series of knee operations.

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"As many of you know, the past three years have presented me with challenges in the form of injuries and surgeries, Federer said a post on social media.

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I've worked hard to return to full competitive form. But I also know my body's capacities and limits.

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I am 41 years old.I have played more than 1500 matches over 24 years.

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Federer's 20 Grand Slam titles rank third all time among men's players behind only contemporaries Nadal (22) and Djokovic (21).

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"This is a bittersweet decision, because I will miss everything the tour has given me," Federer said.

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