'The next Bond': Fans drool as Roger Federer rocks dark suit during surprise appearance on Centre Court
Despite missing a year of tennis due to a knee injury, Roger Federer stated on Sunday, July 3, that he expects to play Wimbledon 'one more time.' “I hope I can come back one more time. I’ve missed it here,” The eight-time winner admitted when he arrived in a dark suit at a special event to celebrate Centre Court's 100th anniversary. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who is 40 years old, hasn't competed since losing in the tournament's quarterfinals in 2021.
The Swiss tennis star said, “I’ve been lucky enough to play a lot of matches on this court. Feels awkward to be here today in a different type of role, but it’s it’s great to be here with, like Novak said, with all the other champions. This court has given me my biggest wins, my biggest losses. One of my highlights of course, in 2001 and walking out here with Pete Sampras, who I would like to give a big shout-out to. He’s also one that has inspired a lot of us to play and just be tried to also be successful here. And represent the sport well. I hope I did that and I hope I can come back like you said one more time.”
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