Federer Returns to US Open for Exhibition Win Over Roddick

Roger Federer returned to Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, receiving an emotional welcome from a capacity crowd before defeating longtime rival Andy Roddick in a one-set exhibition match. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who retired from professional tennis in 2022, last competed at the US Open in 2019. His comeback to the Flushing Meadows court was part of the US Open Fan Week program. Federer, celebrating his 45th birthday earlier this month, triumphed over Roddick 6-3 in a 35-minute singles contest. He controlled the match with his trademark backhand and precise passing shots, breaking Roddick’s serve in the eighth game and closing out the set after saving a break point.