Slowing Down? Federer Says No as He Advances at French Open

Switzerland's Roger Federer attempts to return serve to Croatia's Marin Cilic during their second round match on day 5, of the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros in Paris, France, on June 3, 2021. Michel Euler/AP Photo

Roger Federer disliked the implication he’s slowing down.

When the 39-year-old Federer drew a time violation Thursday at the French Open for not playing fast enough, he protested to the chair umpire and to his opponent, Marin Cilic.