King Federer back at Wimbledon as Carlos Alcaraz and Elena ...

5 Jul 2023

London – Wimbledon king Roger Federer returned to light up a rain-drenched second day at the grasscourt championships as the new prince of the hallowed lawns, Carlos Alcaraz, began his campaign to seize the crown on Tuesday.

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Retired Swiss great Federer ditched his racket for a classy cream blazer and a comfy seat as the eight-time Wimbledon champion graced the Royal Box and received possibly the longest ovation of his illustrious career.

On a day when 69 first round matches were rained off, the 41-year-old stayed nice and dry under the closed Centre Court roof to watch defending women’s champion Elena Rybakina come from a set down to beat Shelby Rogers 4-6, 6-1, 6-2.

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