Roger Federer is coming back to US Open four years after retirement, set for two blockbuster matches

US Open confirmed Roger Federer's return on Sunday, and he will be joined by three other tennis greats

Published on: Aug 24, 2026, 13:25:16 IST

Written by Aratrick Mondal

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Roger Federer is all set to return to the US Open this time for not one, but two blockbuster matches, as confirmed by the organisers. The Swiss tennis legend, who won five of his 20 career Grand Slams at the Flushing Meadows in New York, will be back in the city four years after he hung up his racquet .

Former tennis player Roger Federer reacts during the exhibition match (REUTERS)

US Open confirmed Federer's return on Sunday, and he will be joined by longtime rival and 2003 champion in New York, Andy Roddick, alongside fellow tennis legends and former champions Andre Agassi and John McEnroe. "An icon is returning to New York! Federer will be joined by 2003 US Open champion and longtime rival Andy Roddick, as well as fellow tennis legends and US Open champions Andre Agassi and John McEnroe," the post on X read.

It will be a one-evening affair, with Federer set to play two matches. He will be up against Roddick in a one-set showdown. The two had, in fact, played a US Open final in 2006, with the 45-year-old winning in four sets. It was one of their only two US Open meetings in a rivalry comprising 24 meetings, the other being in the 2007 quarters, in which the Swiss had one as well, in three sets.

Federer will also be teaming up with McEnroe to take on Roddick and Agassi in a one-off doubles battle.

Federer has five US Open titles to his name, which is the joint-most in the Open Era alongside Pete Sampras and Jimmy Connors. He won those titles consecutively between 2004 and 2008, before the streak ended in 2009, when he lost to Juan Martín del Potro in five sets in the 2009 final. Federer never won the US Open again, reaching the final just once more, against Novak Djokovic in 2015.

"Looking forward to being back in New York and adding new memories to so many special ones over the years," Federer said. "See you soon NYC."

Federer's return to New York will be one of the main attractions during the Fan Week.

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Aratrick Mondal
Aratrick Mondal is a senior sports journalist based in New Delhi. In his eight years as a sports writer, Aratrick has worked at leading media organisations, including The Times of India, Times Now, Zee, India TV and currently works at a senior position at Hindustan Times Digital. He writes on cricket, football, pickleball and tennis, among other sports. He has extensively covered India's evolving cricket landscape, the country's new-found love for private leagues such as Indian Pickleball League (IPBL), Ultimate Kho Kho League (UKK), Rugby Premier League (RPL) and several tennis leagues. He has closely covered emerging sports such as pickleball. His coverage of major franchise events lends an atmospheric flavor to his ground reports. His recent story on how SA20 (the domestic cricket league of South Africa) had opened up its grounds to create a carnival-like fan experience garnered major international attention, including appreciation from major cricketers. Tennis holds a special place in his heart. Aratrick has built a strong niche in analytical tennis stories—ranging from Grand Slam narratives and player profiles to tactical breakdowns and ranking trends. His long-form features often decode grand slams, career highs and lows of tennis greats and the upward trajectory of emerging stars. He also closely follows India's tennis landscape, having covered the Davis Cup, Bengaluru Open and Tata Open, among others. His reporting is backed by strong data capabilities, with hands-on experience using tools like Python, Tableau, and Excel to produce visually rich, insight-led stories. This data-first approach enhances accuracy, transparency, and trust. In leadership roles, he has managed editorial shifts, overseen homepage strategy, optimised SEO workflows, and mentored peers to deliver consistent, high-traffic journalism. He recently won the HT DigiStar award for the third quarter of financial year 2025-26. Aratrick is trusted for his balanced reportage, sound sourcing, and ability to translate complex sporting events into engaging narratives that speak to a wide audience. He believes sports is for everyone, not just for the enthusiasts and has a unique ability to bring people together - just like the sumptuous meals you'll often find him cooking on a weekend evening.Read More

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