Roger Federer was back on Rod Laver Arena on Friday, much to the delight of fans. Now 44, Federer hit the court for a practice session with three-time Grand Slam finalist Casper Ruud.

Roger Federer has returned to the Australian Open this year to participate in an exhibition match for the inaugural Opening Ceremony.

Although he was considered an important figure in this tournament for years, Federer is at an advanced age, and it is hard to expect that he would want to pick up a racket again. The Swiss points out that he is proud to be back in Australia and there is no doubt that he always enjoys coming to this country.

Roger Federer made his return to the Australian Open this week. The Swiss legend is set to feature in an exhibition match alongside ATP legends Andre Agassi, Lleyton Hewitt and Patrick Rafter during the opening ceremony,

Roger Federer says he hopes Carlos Alcaraz can win the upcoming Australian Open and become the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam.

Tennis legend Roger Federer cheers for Carlos Alcaraz's Grand Slam dream!The 22-year-old Spaniard is aiming to win the Australian Open to complete his set of all four Grand Slam tournaments which would make him the youngest male player ever