Roger Federer will return to the court at the U.S. Open later this summer.
For an exhibition.
The USTA announced Monday that the 20-time Grand Slam champion, five-time U.S. Open champion and 2026 International Tennis Hall of Fame Inductee will compete in an exhibition called ‘Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York’ the night of Tuesday, August 25, inside Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Federer last competed at the U.S. Open in 2019 after famously captivating New York by becoming the only man or woman to win five consecutive U.S. Open singles championships (2004-08).
He’ll make his return to Arthur Ashe Stadium this year by playing in an exhibition event alongside 2003 U.S. Open champion and longtime rival Andy Roddick, as well as fellow tennis icons and U.S. Open champions Andre Agassi and John McEnroe.
“The U.S. Open has always been one of the most special tournaments for me,” Federer said. “So many unforgettable moments of my career happened in New York, and Arthur Ashe Stadium is a place that means a great deal to me. I’ve missed being part of that atmosphere and feeling the incredible energy that the fans bring every year. To return to Arthur Ashe and share the evening with Andy, Andre and John makes it even more meaningful. I’m looking forward to celebrating those memories, seeing the fans again, and enjoying a very special night together.”
“It goes without saying that Roger Federer is one of the greatest champions to ever step onto a tennis court, and his legacy at the US Open will carry on for generations,” said Brian Vahaly, Chairman of the Board, President and Interim Co-CEO, USTA. “We’re thrilled to welcome him back for this unique and special event, giving fans an opportunity to celebrate Roger’s legacy and thank him for all he has meant to our sport.”
Tickets for ‘Roger Federer – An Icon Returns to New York’ go on sale via presale on Wednesday, June 10, to US Open subscribers at 9 a.m. ET and Insiders at noon, via Ticketmaster and USOpen.org. Tickets go on sale to the public on Thursday, June 11, at 9 a.m.