Félix Auger-Aliassime attended a ceremony at the US Open honouring Roger Federer and reflected on the Swiss champion's influence on the sport. Auger-Aliassime was in the Arthur Ashe Stadium locker room with Federer, John McEnroe, and Andy Roddick the evening the tournament paid tribute to the 45-year-old, who will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday in Newport, Connecticut, according to La Presse.
What did Auger-Aliassime say about Federer's legacy?
The Canadian player called Federer's impact "far beyond his playing years" and noted his continued ability to draw crowds for exhibition matches. Auger-Aliassime, who turned 26 on August 8, praised Federer's generosity with his time and said the Swiss player left "a legacy to emulate, a legacy we can learn from," La Presse reported.
Who is Auger-Aliassime's first opponent?
Auger-Aliassime will face Australian Rinky Hijikata, ranked No. 85, in his opening singles match at the US Open. The pairing will be Auger-Aliassime's first test as he seeks to build his own legacy in New York.
Roddick, the 2003 US Open champion, also offered his assessment of the Canadian. Speaking on his podcast Served With Andy Roddick, Roddick described Auger-Aliassime as "a really good person, a really decent human being," La Presse reported.
Sources
- La Presse: Félix Auger-Aliassime : le temps d'écrire sa propre légende. La Presse, 2026-08-29.
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