Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame
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Newport, Rhode Island — Roger Federer will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in August 2026, the Hall announced Wednesday. The 44-year-old Swiss retired in 2022 and was elected in his first year of eligibility after a career that included 20 Grand Slam singles titles and 103 tour-level championships. Mary Carillo was elected in the contributor category. The Hall did not disclose vote totals; players require 75% support from a voting body that includes media, historians, industry figures and fans, according to reporting. Federer said the honor was 'deeply humbling.' Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline of Events
- 1993: Federer became Switzerland U12 champion, an early competitive milestone.
- 1994: He relocated to the National Tennis Centre in Ecublens to train full-time.
- 2022: Federer announced his retirement, concluding his professional tour career at the Laver Cup.
- 19 November 2025: The International Tennis Hall of Fame announced Federer’s election and Mary Carillo’s selection.
- August 2026: The ITHF has scheduled the formal induction ceremony in Newport, Rhode Island.
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Roger Federer receives formal institutional recognition of his career achievements; the International Tennis Hall of Fame gains heightened attention and promotional value ahead of the 2026 induction ceremonies.
No direct harms were reported in the coverage; the announcement focuses on commemoration and archival recognition rather than adverse impacts on individuals or organizations.
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