Tennis legend Roger Federer delighted attendees at the Uniqlo Roger Federer Collection launch at the Tennis Club de Paris with an unexpected and heartwarming moment.
During a casual hitting session with young fans, a model attending the event approached the 20-time Grand Slam champion with a once-in-a-lifetime request to hit a few balls with him.
To the surprise and delight of the crowd, Federer graciously agreed to the impromptu exchange.
What followed was a playful and energetic exchange at the net, with Federer hitting volleys with the model as smiles lit up the court.
Tennis legend Roger Federer delighted attendees at the Uniqlo Roger Federer Collection launch at the Tennis Club de Paris with an unexpected and heartwarming moment
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The spontaneous rally captured the spirit of the evening, with the crowd responding with enthusiastic applause and cheers.
Despite being retired from professional tennis, Federer's volleys still looked crisp and perfect during this charming interaction, showcasing the skills that made him one of the sport's greatest players.
Beyond the court action, the 43-year-old spoke about his fashion collaboration with Uniqlo, highlighting his personal style preferences.
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"It kind of represents who I am right now—a very navy guy," said Federer in an interview with GQ.
"I love this colour- it's so easy to combine. There's also a tennis spirit running through the collection, which everyone wanted to see."
The Swiss maestro also emphasised the practicality of his designs, adding: "Tennis is still as popular as ever, and many brands are releasing lines or capsule collections linked to the sport. I also thought about travel. They're very comfortable pieces for travelling by plane or train."
Roger Federer got in a few games against attendees of the event
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Federer also shared his preference for polo shirts in tennis fashion during the event.
"In tennis, we're lucky to be able to mix and match," said the Swiss.
"Polo shirts are very common at Uniqlo, so I wanted to do something using other materials. I wanted to include a polo shirt in this collection because tennis is a polo sport. You can wear sleeveless shirts or shirts with extravagant prints, but for tennis, the best thing is a polo shirt. It's timeless and elegant."
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The spontaneous interaction with the model and Federer's thoughtful comments about his collection highlight how the tennis icon has seamlessly transitioned his on-court elegance to the fashion world.
While his volleys during the impromptu rally demonstrated his enduring technical skills, his fashion sense appears to mirror the same refined approach that characterised his playing career.
Roger Federer is lauching his own rnage with Uniqlo
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The Uniqlo Roger Federer Collection, with its emphasis on timeless designs and practical elegance, seems to be a natural extension of the Swiss legend's distinctive style both on and off the court.
