Roger Federer Is Heading to Rhode Island for Hall of Fame Induction

One of the best athletes to ever hit the court is being honored at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. On Saturday, August 29, 2026, award-winning tennis star Roger Federer will be inducted into the hall of fame in Newport, Rhode Island.

Roger Federer's Hall of Fame Induction Week Details & Schedule

The week-long celebration includes activities and free tennis on Bowen's Wharf, a celebrity-attended red carpet, induction ceremony and more.

Federer will be honored alongside former tennis pro and sportscaster Mary Carillo.

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Who Is Roger Federer?

The Switzerland-born tennis star made his mark on the tennis world in 1998, turning pro at the age of 16. However, it wasn't until the early 2000s that he became a household name, winning multiple titles and setting records. He retired from the sport in September 2022.

Career Highlights: Looking Back at Roger Federer's Tennis Legacy

• 103 ATP singles titles
• 8 Wimbledon titles
• 5-time U.S. Open Champion
• 6 Australian Open titles
• 2009 French Open champion
• No. 1 ranked player for 310 weeks

Outside of tennis, he's served as an ambassador for brands such as Moët & Chandon. In 2003, he founded the Federer Foundation, providing access to early learning and education for children in Southern Africa and Switzerland.

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Fit for Fame: Custom Blazers, Rings, and Museum Enshrinement

In addition to having the honor bestowed upon them at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, inductees will receive the following:

• Custom made blazer presented at the "Fit for Fame" dinner
• Custom made ring not presented at the Tennis Hall of Fame, but rather at another high-profile tennis event
• Enshrinement in the International Tennis Hall of Fame museum