Swiss tennis star Roger Federer has lamented about how there is less time left in his career when he still fully enjoys playing for his passion every tournament. According to Federer, he is having so much fun that he hopes he won’t call it quits soon.

In an interview, Federer has revealed how he is amazed by how well he is still able to play at the age of 34. As the record holder of 17 grand slam titles, Federer still continued to be successful claiming six titles this season. He also made 11 trips to the finals in all 17 tournaments that he played. According to Federer, it is all about following his typical routine of planning his tournaments ahead. He is having so much fun to think about saying goodbye to the sport, but he also knows that time will soon start catching up with him.

“It’s pity that I’m getting older and that I have so less time left, I’ve so much will and I enjoy it a lot,” Federer said as quoted by Tennis World. “It has been fantastic, I played the way I wanted and I hope to keep going like this.”

Federer may have not won a grand slam since winning his 17th grand slam title at the 2012 Wimbledon, but the Swiss has rock-solid optimism going into the next season. He knows he will soon be able to add another grand slam title to his haul of 17. He said it depends on his physical condition. Federer would have to be mentally tough, fitter, and healthier than his opponents if he wants to beat his 17 grand slam records haul.

“I’m not far away from being able to do it, but it always depends on my condition. I’ve much confidence for next year.”

Since winning the 2012 Wimbledon, Federer’s best grand slam results include three quarterfinal appearances (2012 US Open and 2013 - 2013 French Open), three semifinal appearances (2013 - 2014 Australian Open and 2014 US Open) and three runner-up finishes (2014 - 2015 Wimbledon and 2015 US Open).

Meanwhile, former World No. 1 American tennis legend John McEnroe has also expressed his admiration on Federer’s level of performance. McEnroe, who retired at the age of 33, said that the Swiss “looks better than ever.”

“He’s (Federer) is forcing guys to get better, which I think is a good thing,” McEnroe spoke after beating former double French Open champion Sergi Bruguera 6-4 6-3 to win the ATP Champions Tour event in Modena, Italy on Sunday.

Federer’s fans could hope that the icon continue his great 2015 form next season. If he’s consistent at the top level, Federer could very well be within breaking his 17 slams.

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