Tennis icons are converging in Berlin ahead of this year’s Laver Cup, and Roger Federer made a grand entrance by greeting team captains Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe at the Uber Arena. As Federer approached Team Europe captain Borg, he was met with admiration from the Swedish legend.
“The king!” exclaimed Borg.
Federer quickly responded, “No, you are the king!”
The heartfelt exchange highlighted the mutual respect between the two tennis greats. Borg will lead Team Europe for the seventh and final time, while McEnroe also prepares for his last stint as Team World captain.
Roger Federer arrives at the Uber Arena ahead of Laver Cup Berlin 2024. pic.twitter.com/f5TAfPlYDl
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Federer, who co-founded the Laver Cup in 2017, continues to play a key role in the event’s legacy, bringing together top players from around the world. This year’s competition promises to be exciting, with Team Europe featuring stars like Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz, while Team World is spearheaded by American talents Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, and Ben Shelton.
Federer’s surprise appearance and the friendly banter among the captains set the tone for a thrilling showdown in Berlin.