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Roger Federer Inducted Into International Tennis Hall of Fame

The induction capped a festival-style Newport weekend that showcased Federer’s gratitude and his continued public role in the sport.

Overview

  • Federer, who was inducted on Saturday, delivered an emotional acceptance speech calling the honor “one of the greatest honours” of his life and thanked family, coaches and peers.
  • The ceremony on the Hall’s Horseshoe Court concluded a multi-day celebration that included exhibition matches, cocktail events and a fashion retrospective devoted to his career.
  • Federer was inducted alongside broadcaster and former player Mary Carillo and listed as the Hall’s 272nd inductee.
  • Many past champions and tennis figures attended the weekend, with guests reported to include Billie Jean King, John McEnroe and Andy Roddick.
  • The induction affirmed Federer’s legacy — 20 Grand Slam titles and 310 weeks at world No. 1 — and underscored that, although retired in 2022, he remains actively engaged with tennis culture.