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Roger Federer, the retired Swiss tennis legend, is enjoying his new life after leaving the sport. In a new Prime Video documentary, Federer: Twelve Final Days, he shares the private moments leading up to his retirement. Federer is now focused on spending time with his four children, working on his foundation, and exploring new hobbies like golf and Pilates. While he still stays in touch with his tennis friends, he has no plans to return to professional tennis. Federer is content with his new chapter and is grateful for the memories he made with his family during his tennis career. [Extracted from the article]

THE BEST STUFF TO WATCH, READ & LISTEN TO THIS WEEK! I (In limited release Aug. 26, unrated) i The Best New Books A tennis pro who won't go quietly, writers on the scent of murder, and life lessons far from home B Edited by Kim Hubbard b B book b I of the i B week b Taylor Jenkins Reid I Carrie Soto Is Back i NOVEL It's the mid-1990s, and 37-year-old retired tennis legend Carrie Soto sees her record for Grand Slam titles tumble to a new teenage phenom. i A serial killer tries talk therapy THRILLER At the start of this entertainingly unpredictable series, therapist Alan Strauss (Steve Carell) is making little headway with one of his newer patients, Sam (Domhnall Gleeson). [Extracted from the article]

Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher have announced their divorce after 13 years of marriage. The couple, known for their privacy, shared a statement on Instagram explaining that they had jointly filed for divorce in the fall of the previous year. They have three children together. Despite their differences, the couple always prioritized protecting their children. [Extracted from the article]

This salad, which features Boston lettuce, avocados, and a ginger-sesame-white balsamic dressing, is another way of enjoying the beloved fruit that isn't exactly a berry but is, for many, a delicious harbinger of spring. They may not technically be berries, but they are a sure sign of spring B "THEY'RE SO FRESH b and so fine, and they're just off the vine…strawberries, strawberries, strawberries.". [Extracted from the article]

An interview with professional tennis player Maria Sharapova is presented. Topics discussed by Sharapova include her interest in playing tennis since the age of four, the workout she undergoes while not competing, and the things she does before a tournament such as performing warm up exercises, eating chicken with vegetables and rice, and drinking water.

The article profiles tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams. Despite being together for the upcoming Wimbledon tournament, where play begins June 21, the two are spending less time on the court and more pursuing other careers--Venus, 24, is already a practicing interior designer, and Serena, 22, wants to be a movie star. Venus has been hobbled by foot injuries since last summer; Serena had surgery for a partially torn left knee tendon in August. Once the top two female players in the world, Venus and Serena are now ranked No. 8 and No. 10, respectively, following their early exits at the recent French Open. They have each won around $13 million in their careers; both also have endorsement deals--Serena with Nike, worth a reported $40 million, Venus for about the same amount with Reebok. Yet they swear tennis is still their top priority, and that they aren't worried about any rising young stars.

FOUR-TIME GRAND SLAM TENNIS CHAMP NAOMI OSAKA SHARES HER SIMPLIFIED APPROACH TO SELF-CARE, THE IMPORTANCE OF SPEAKING UP, AND WHAT DROVE HER TO CREATE A SUN CARE LINE FOR ALL SKIN TONES "I definitely want to be remembered as someone who stood up for what she felt was right, no matter the circumstances or consequences." I involved Dr. Naana Boakye [board-certified dermatologist and KINLÒ's dermatology director] because we also want to educate underserved communities on the importance of sun care. PHOTO (COLOR): NAOMI'S FAVORITES1 NatureLab Tokyo Perfect Repair Leave In Treatment, $17; ulta.com. [Extracted from the article]

Lists the IBM/ATP Tour men's log standings, Kraft General Foods Women's log standings, and other men's and women's tennis tournament results.

Recounts the finals of the French Open tennis tournament, won by Monica Seles, 16, and Andres Gomez, 22, both left handed. Discusses other tournaments and standings. INSETS: What sophomore jinx? (University of Texas tennis win), ; Stanford's golden Graham (Stanford tennis player Debbie Graham), by C. Shmerler; Tennis on TV (for August); Match of the month; Volvo Collegiate rankings (final 1989-`90 season). By S. Flink

Lists tennis tournament results and schedules for men and women for April, 1990, as well as collegiate rankings and television tournament coverage.

Reports on the men's semifinals at Wimbledon and the women's final at the French Open, and lists the men's and women's upcoming tournaments and their 1989 winners.

Presents a listing of upcoming professional tennis tournaments, results of recent tournaments and men's and women's prize winnings for the year to date.

Lists the men's, women's and collegiate tennis tournament results as of March 5, 1990. The IBM ATP Tour Men's Log; Kraft General Foods Women's Log; Current men's and women's rankings.

Presents results of the recent men's and women's tennis tournaments, and the 1990 men's and women's scheduled tournaments and their 1989 winners.

Discusses the prominent role young people played in the 1989 French Open tennis tournament, with many teenagers reaching the quarterfinals, and recounts some of the highlights.

Offers a guide in getting good seats for the top three tennis tournaments, the French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open. Hazards of watching the game unprepared; Information on tickets and seating, rain delays and food.

The article offers information on Vintage Tennis Racquets including debut of the U.S. National Championship tournament at Rhode Island's Newport Casino in August 1881; and sales and prices of rare early racquets.

Reports on the win by tennis player Andre Agassi at the 1999 French Open. How the win makes Agassi the fifth tennis player to win all four major tennis championships; His relationship with ex-wife Brooke Shields; Their continued support of each other; Training he put in to prepare for the French Open.

Talks about the First Annual Nancy Reagan Tennis Tournament in Los Angeles, where some 300 guests raised $450,000 for the Nancy Reagan Foundation, to fight drug and alcohol abuse.

Recounts the second annual Moscow Open and its shortcomings, including terrible food and playing conditions, and high ticket prices that keep fans away. INSET: And now a word from our sponsor...(PorServ's pullout as Moscow....

Opinion. Argues against the International Tennis Federation's Grand Slam Cup, a $6 million event to be held in December, because it seems to throw more big money at those players who've already earned the most.

The article recounts the success of tennis player Billie Jean King in defeating U.S. Open champion Bobby Riggs in 1973. This is after his claim that no female tennis athlete could beat him which others see as gender discrimination. King had established a remarkable reputation in the sports industry for her prowess and determination to do something others think to be impossible.

The article talks about the U.S. Open, which will be aired on August 28, 2006, in U.S. television. It's probably going to be anticlimactic to watch Andre Agassi, erstwhile bad boy with the straggly hair and unfortunate outfits, play his final U.S. Open before retiring. Do watch to catch one of the classiest players in tennis history bring some soul to the court one last time.

Interviews Russian-born tennis player Maria Sharapova about tournaments and travel. Reasons why Sharapova loves Wimbledon; Things that the tennis player brings during her travels; Ways on how she keeps herself healthy whenever she arrives in a tournament city.

Reviews the motion picture 'Wimbledon' starring Kirsten Dunst, Paul Bettany, and Sam Neill.

Offers a look at tennis player Maria Sharapova as of July 2004. Sharapova came to Wimbledon determined to win, but did not come prepared for every contingency. So, the day after the Siberian-born 17-year-old dispensed with reigning champion Serena Williams in two sets (6-1, 6-4), she had to shop for that night's Champions Ball. She chose a Louis Vuitton gold lame minidress with a gauzy underskirt.

The article features Billie Jean King, a female tennis player and one of the 100 most important Americans in the 20th century. On September 20, 1973, King competed with tennis champion Bobby Riggs in the Battle of the Sexes in the Houston Astrodome. The event showed how King was able to defeat a male player in straight sets. King is the daughter of a Californian fireman and aims to become the best tennis player in the world. She is a winner of a record 20 Wimbledon titles and the first woman athlete to earn more than $100,000 a year.

Opinion. Summarizes the problems at the $350,000 Bayer Kremlin Cup in Moscow and the incongruous availability of an opulent Kremlin dinner while Soviet people stood in food lines.

Summarizes the 1990 ATP Tour World Championship, won by Andre Agassi, 20. It's Agassi's first major title and paid him $950,000 for beating Pete Sampras, Stefan Edberg and Boris Becker.

Recounts the Virginia Slims Championships for 1990, which set several records. Monica Seles eventually won, but she and Gabriela Sabatini played five sets, the first women to do so since 1901. Their 3 hour and 47 minute match is the longest on record for women, and was watched by a record 100,281 fans.

Opinion. Contends that tennis exhibition games offer so much cash prize money that legitimate tournaments are suffering from a lack of top players and their support.

Recounts the final match of the $450,000 Domino's Pizza Team-Tennis Championships, which the Los Angeles Strings won, beating the Raleigh Edge 27-16.

Recounts the 1989 Virginia Slims Championships and the injuries that its top two seeds, Steffi Graf and Martina Navratilova, endured during play.

Summarizes upcoming amateur tennis league tournaments, including the USTA/Volvo Tennis League, Domino's Pizza TeamTennis and the Spalding Cup.

Covers the changes in the pro tennis tour in 1990, including tournament changes and new player selection criteria.

Opinion. Discusses how the Virginia Slims tennis tournament has changed since it began in 1970, including more rivalry and less camaraderie among today's players.