Roger Federer is punching the air as a rugby fan! Over the years, he has undoubtedly made his love for rugby quite evident, either by posting about the sport on his social media or by following several important rugby matches. Recently, the 20-time Grand Slam champion and his entire family were spotted watching a crucial rugby game from the stands, cheering for their favorite team.
But one of his twin boys outshone the father, casting light on how Federer’s fame knows no bounds. A single reaction encapsulated the entire life of Roger Federer. Despite his obvious enthusiasm for the South African team, a sweet father-son moment was caught between the match. There came a point in the incredibly important 2023 World Cup Final when Federer’s 9-year-old son, quite possibly Leo Federer stole the show with his adorable response to his enormously successful father.
Son of Roger Federer reacts to his father’s unmatched fame
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Dressed up as proper rugby fans in South Africa’s green-and-gold colors, the Federer family supported the Springboks’ victory against New Zealand in a thrilling World Cup final. Roger and Mirka, along with their twin sons and daughters, were present at the stand to show their true Springboks fan side. But immensely-statured Federer, being who he is, stole the show midway through.
In between the matches, there came an endearing moment when the announcer mentioned the tennis legend’s name, and for a hot second, the rugby game became all about the tennis legend. Upon being acknowledged, the
42-year-old Swiss tennis legend made waves in the crowd by raising his hands. But that was hardly the major highlight. After witnessing his father’s renown, Leo Federer standing alongside him flashed a cute smile in response to the former tennis legend’s fame.