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01.10.2008

ATP - ROGER WITHDRAWS FROM STOCKHOLM

Roger announced today that he will not be participating in the Stockholm Open which starts next Monday.

"2008 has been a tough year for me as I was always playing catch up after being diagnosed with mononucleosis at the beginning of the year. I feel fortunate to be healthy again, but I want to remain at the top of the game for many more years to come and go after the #1 ranking again. In order to do that, I need to get a proper rest and get strong again so that I am 100% fit for the remainder of the year or next year. At this point, I am not sure when I will be ready to play again, but I hope to be back at some point before the end of the year. I apologize to the tennis fans in Sweden as I was looking forward to playing in Stockholm again. The country has produced so many incredible tennis players and the tournament has such a great history. I hope to be able to come back at some point in the future."


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chloewhite

01.10.2008

Oh, Roger! :'( I miss you so much!

But i understand your decision. I hope to see you in Basel...it would be horrible if you didn't play there...:P

I was counting on you, but there's nothing more important than your health and we all want you to regain your strenght. Rest a lot and enjoy your time off, our beloved Champ. you deserve it.

Lots of love:
Chloe

jothi

01.10.2008

Oh no!!!!!!! Roger!!!!!

Well its ok!!!! Don't worry!!!!!!!!!

Come back fresh after a good break!!!!!

Vaishnavi

BabyGurl

01.10.2008

Oh Roger.. I cried alot when i read this... But it is ok.... I will miss u so much... And remember that u r strong.......

tennislove40

01.10.2008

I respect your decision not to play...and believe it is wise. You have given so much this year with the Olympics thrown in for good measure.

I was looking forward to seeing you play but also wondered if it was the best thing for you to do at this point. I am sure everyone involved regrets your withdrawal but surely they understand.

You need the rest!

FedFFL

01.10.2008

Wishing you all the best Roger and hope to see you playing again soon.

soorya

01.10.2008

Roger,
Imiss u so much

soorya

01.10.2008

Roger,
Come back soon......wanna see u play, win titles........All the best.........

-soorya

yanhi

01.10.2008

Que pena!!!!!!!!! Roger sentimos mucho tu decisión, pero si es por tu salud, es la mejor decisión, ojala pronto volvamos a ver jugar nuevamente el mejor jugador de la historia.

Te quiero mucho y saludos de mi mami.
Cusco-Peru

alljaa

01.10.2008

Your intentions for participating were noble but this has to be the best decision as you look forward to the remainder of 2008 plus the challenges of 2009.

We want you to play as long as possible and your health and stamina must be your first priority. This is the best resolution for you and for all of us when we consider it.

We shall miss seeing you play as we go through withdrawal. But we will see you again soon as the Masters events loom on the horizon. Take care and rest...

Sadhana

01.10.2008

Dearest Roger,

This is sensible decision because otherwise you will not have any time off untill just before Tennis Masters Cup. I feel very sorry for the fans, who were looking forward to seeing you there but you know your fitness is important to go long term. This decision to play in Stockholm was made before you got mono and I hope that the organizers and the fans understand this. Will see you at Madrid Masters. I wish you all the luck in the world there.

Love,

Sadhana

Sarah-Solana

01.10.2008

Roger,

I'm really sorry you're not feeling well, it must be so hard to miss playing tennis.

Please take care of yourself, your health always comes first. Come back whenever you're ready; your fans will always be here for you.

Sarah

SUKTUEN

01.10.2008

Dear Roger~~

I miss you so so much but I understand you need a good rest~~~~

Hope you can get fit as 100% when you come back to the tennis court!!!!

Have a nice holidays Roger~~~

> 0 <
your fan
Suk Tuen

krist

01.10.2008

Dear Roger
I'm so sorry to hear you don't feel ready to play any time soon, but this has been such a tough year in every possible way, and I can understand your need for some rest and recovery. Your health and well being always come first.
As always, I support your decision while also missing you very much... The time of your absence will feel endless but it will only make your return to action even sweeter.
I hope you come back to us soon, feeling strong and fit as ever and ready to reclaim the very top. Until then, all our love, thoughts, and best wishes are with you.

Love you always,
Christina

Trulyrogerholic

01.10.2008

Roger! I am so upset. You said you "hope to be back at some point before the end of the year" and that is so upsetting to Rogerholics. However, if we are true Rogerholics, we must respect your decisions and once we stop feeling upset for ourselves for not seeing you, we will know that you know your body so well and that has kept you up there! The Grand Slams are over now and you don't have too many points to defend in Madrid and Paris. However, if you can please return for Shanghai, you can keep close to Nadal!
Your game is tennis and without you, tennis could be mistaken with boxing and the courts can be like the House of Commons! I mean the other players are politically trying to bore the other players to death but you play tennis like it should be played!

Milks

01.10.2008

I'm so sorry that I want see you playing soon ,but your health is more important!

Tilou

01.10.2008

Dear Roger,

We also want you to remain at the top of the game for many more years to come and go after the #1 ranking again.

I do feel very sorry however for the fans who will be so disappointed. I know how bad I felt when I realized that I would not see you in Toronto. But your health is the most important. Get that well deserved rest and take good care of yourself. I will be happy to see you play as soon as you feel ready. Enjoy your time off!

With lots of love,
Tilou

kerik

01.10.2008

CRAP!!!

kuetschuek

01.10.2008

Oooh!

I’m sorry for the fans who were waiting for you in Stockholm, and for the fans like me who were counting the days to see or hear from you playing again.

So, I’m not anymore counting the days for Madrid either (who knows?) but I’m counting the days for BASEL, there at least you might want to defend a title.

Best wishes to you and yours!

kvm

01.10.2008

Get your rest Roger!!!!
We ALL hope to see you soon!!!!
Take care!!!!

anutam

01.10.2008

I miss you Roger but you know better what to do. OK we can wait one more week.
Good luck in Madrid!!!

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