Roger Federer practices on Wimbledon grass, sparking worldwide nostalgia

Roger Federer Wimbledon grass practice session tennis nostalgia Hall of Fame

Former world number one and eight‑time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer, now 44, appeared on the Wimbledon grounds during the 2026 tournament for a surprise practice session. Wearing his traditional all‑white kit, he hit baseline strokes and his trademark one‑handed backhand on a practice court, a clip that quickly went viral on social media.

Federer was attending the event as a VIP in the Royal Box, where he was seen chatting with Mercedes Formula One rising star Kimi Antonelli. His cameo coincided with Novak Djokovic surpassing Federer’s all‑time Wimbledon match‑win record. The former Swiss star’s appearance also precedes his scheduled induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in August.

Fans and commentators highlighted the session as a nostalgic reminder of Federer’s two‑decade dominance on the grass courts of SW19.

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