Federer Enters Tennis Hall Of Fame As Contemporaries Play US Open

Roger Federer has been inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place in Newport, Rhode Island, where Federer gave an emotional speech. He was inducted alongside tennis commentator Mary Carillo.

Federer's induction comes as several players from his era are competing in the 2026 U.S. Open. According to Yahoo Sports, these players include Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka, Serena Williams, and Venus Williams.

Federer retired from tennis in 2022. Since then, he has watched Venus Williams return from inactivity and Serena Williams return to form. His compatriot Stan Wawrinka is also playing in the U.S. Open.

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