Deep Dive: Federer: Twelve Final Days (2024)
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Federer: Twelve Final Days is a documentary that follows Roger Federer during the last 12 days of his professional tennis career, culminating at the 2022 Laver Cup. Directed by Asif Kapadia and Joe Sabia, the film captures the emotional moments surrounding Federer's retirement announcement on 14 September 2022 and his final match on 23 September 2022. The documentary features Federer playing alongside Rafael Nadal, his greatest rival, in a doubles match against Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock, where he commits an unforced error at match point, leading to the end of his career.
The film includes personal footage that Federer initially intended for private viewing, showcasing intimate moments with his family and teammates. It also features interviews with former players and adds 30 minutes of archive footage to provide context to Federer's impact on tennis. The film premiered at the Tribeca Festival on 10 June 2024 and was released on Amazon Prime Video shortly after, offering fans a unique glimpse into the final days of a tennis legend.
Why Watch
- •See Roger Federer's emotional retirement announcement.
- •Watch his final match with Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup.
- •Meet key tennis figures like Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
Did You Know
•Roger Federer announced his retirement on 14 September 2022.
•Federer's final match took place on 23 September 2022 at the Laver Cup.
•The documentary premiered at the Tribeca Festival on 10 June 2024.
•The film includes 30 minutes of additional archive footage.
Perfect For
Tennis fansRoger Federer enthusiastsSports documentary lovers