Roger Federer Reflects on Remarkable Long-term Bond With Anna Wintour (Exclusive)

Roger Federer Leans on Amazing Anna Wintour for Advice Shes Been Fantastic

Roger Federer and Anna Wintour Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Prime Video

Roger Federer recently shared about his enduring friendship with Anna Wintour. During an exclusive interview at Amazon's 2024 Disney Upfront presentation, the 42-year-old tennis star mentioned that they have been friends for over twenty years.

Federer told Us that he didn't recognize her at first, but their shared love for tennis brought them together.

He shared, "She would often invite me to her dinner parties, where she gathered all her friends and their partners." Federer noticed her deep passion for tennis and her admiration for his game. He also mentioned that she hit it off with his wife, Mirka, right away.

Federer went on to reveal that Wintour’s love of tennis runs so deep that she even played hooky from work to keep up with his tennis matches.

Roger Federer Leans on Amazing Anna Wintour for Advice Shes Been Fantastic

Roger Federer and Vogue editor Anna Wintour have a close relationship. They first noticed each other at various events, but Anna soon started prioritizing watching Roger play at the US Open over attending fashion shows. Roger appreciates her support and values her advice, describing her as more than just a friend.

Wintour, 74, and Federer have been seen together at many events over the last two decades, from fashion shows to tennis matches. They have supported each other in their respective fields, with Wintour cheering on Federer at his matches and Federer sitting front row at her fashion shows.

In September 2022, Wintour wrote a touching essay for Vogue where she looked back on her friendship with Federer after he announced his retirement.

Today is a tough day for me and all tennis fans. However, it also brings reasons for gratitude and celebration. As she expressed, there will only ever be one Roger Federer.

Earlier this week, on Monday, May 13, Anna Wintour and Federer were present at a special screening of his documentary, Federer: Twelve Final Days, at the Whitby Hotel in New York. The official release date of the documentary has not been announced yet.

With reporting by Andrew Nodell.

Editor's P/S:

The enduring friendship between tennis legend Roger Federer and fashion icon Anna Wintour is a testament to their shared love of the sport and mutual admiration. Federer's initial lack of recognition of Wintour soon evolved into a deep bond forged over tennis matches and dinner parties. Wintour's unwavering support for Federer's game, even to the point of skipping work, highlights her genuine passion for the sport.

Their friendship extends beyond their shared interest in tennis, with Federer valuing Wintour's advice and seeing her as more than just a friend. The reciprocal support they have given each other throughout their careers is evident in Wintour's presence at Federer's matches and Federer's front-row attendance at her fashion shows. Their bond, which spans over two decades, is a unique and inspiring example of friendship between two icons in their respective fields.