Recently-retired tennis great Roger Federer speaks out about the pressures of the pro tour, from travel and jet lag to constant anti-doping requirements, and says he understands why some players quite the game early.
Tennis great Roger Federer says the relentless schedule of the pro tennis tour has a big impact on players' mental healthRoger Federer told an audience in Tokyo that he understood why players retired from tennis at a young age.abc.net.au/news/roger-federer-warns-of-mental-health-risks-of-tennis-tour-grind/101675500The demanding schedule on the ATP and WTA circuits can have a negative impact on the mental health of players, tennis great Roger Federer said on Saturday.
A number of players have spoken out about their mental health struggles, including Naomi Osaka and Nick Kyrgios
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