Federer last won a major title at the Australian Open in 2010
Roger Federer has pulled out of next month's Shanghai Masters to "rest and recuperate" after a gruelling summer.
The 16-times Grand Slam champion suffered a five-set loss to Novak Djokovic in the US Open semi-finals at Flushing Meadows earlier this month.
Federer then travelled to Australia to aid Switzerland's return to the Davis Cup World Group.
"I have some nagging injuries that I need to address," the world number three told the ATP official website.
Federer's Grand Slam wins
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- Australian Open - 2004, 2006, 2007, 2010
- French Open - 2009
- Wimbledon - 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009
- US Open - 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
"After consultation with my team, I've unfortunately decided to pull out of the Shanghai Masters in order to take some necessary time to rest and recuperate after a long summer.
"I look forward to returning to the ATP World Tour as soon as possible.
"I have very fond memories of Shanghai so I will miss this amazing tournament and all my loyal Chinese fans, but I look forward to returning to China next fall."
Federer's next scheduled match is on 31 October at his hometown Swiss Indoors event in Basel.
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