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Federer receives a tribute in London to commemorate his final dance

Fernando Murciego - 23 Sep 2026
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Roger Federer receives a tribute at the place where he played his last match. Source: Laver Cup

Four years after playing his last match there in his professional career, Roger Federer has returned to The O2 in London to receive a very special tribute. The British venue has inaugurated the RF Room, a room located backstage that pays tribute to the Swiss tennis player's relationship with one of the most important stages of his career.

The coincidence could not be more symbolic. On September 23, 2022, Federer played his final match alongside Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup, precisely at The O2. Now, four years later, his name is forever linked to a space in the venue, which can be used by artists and their teams when visiting London.

A stage where we always saw the best Federer

Federer made a total of 45 sporting appearances at The O2 between 2009 and 2022, primarily during the years when the venue hosted the ATP Finals. The new room captures this connection, featuring 45 table tennis paddles, one for each appearance of the Swiss player. The number 45, by the way, bears his signature.

The space also includes a table tennis table with a design selected by Federer, a photograph of the moment he greeted the audience after his last match, and a playlist personally chosen by the Swiss champion. During the inauguration, Federer even received his own key to the room and a table tennis paddle made from material sourced from the iconic roof of The O2.

“The O2 will always be a very special place for me,” explained Federer. “I have so many great memories of playing here for so many years, and of course, it’s where I played the last match of my career in 2022. Coming back four years later and having a room here is a very special honor,” said the Swiss. The tribute comes just as the Laver Cup returns to London for its ninth edition, where Roger will be present.

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