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Roger Federer inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame during US Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:11 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Roger Federer inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame during US Open

Summary

Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on August 28, 2026, during a ceremony in Newport, Rhode Island. The event took place while contemporaries, including Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams, compete in the 2026 U.S. Open. Federer delivered an emotional speech, emphasizing his post-retirement happiness, and stated that he has no plans to return to competitive tennis. He reflected on his impact on the sport and his ongoing commitment to charitable work, particularly through the Roger Federer Foundation.

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•Federer was inducted alongside Mary Carillo on August 28, 2026.
•He expressed no interest in returning to professional tennis.
•Current players from his era are participating in the U.S. Open.
•Federer remains active in charitable work focused on youth education.
•He emphasized the importance of his influence on the sport during his speech.

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12:11 AMYahoo Sports — Federer Enters Tennis Hall Of Fame As Contemporaries Play US Open

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Roger Federer Entered the International Tennis Hall Of Fame as contemporaries Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka, Serena Williams, and Venus Williams, play in the U.S. Open.
— Yahoo Sports

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