Roger Federer couldn’t contain his excitement after meeting Taylor Swift in Zurich. Following her first of two “Eras Tour” performances at Letzigrund Stadium on July 9, 2024, Swift met the tennis legend backstage. Federer, visibly thrilled, shared a selfie of the two on Instagram, capturing the memorable moment.
By John Adams
A Starstruck Tennis Champion
Roger Federer was all smiles when he met Taylor Swift backstage in Zurich. The tennis champion, who attended the concert with a VIP pass, posted a selfie with Swift on Instagram. In the photo, taken by Swift, Federer beams at the camera while Swift, in her final “Midnights” outfit, smiles alongside him. The Swifties were equally delighted, exchanging “Eras Tour” friendship bracelets with Federer and capturing his joy as he enjoyed the concert.
Federer Embraces His “Swiftie Era”
Captioning the Instagram photo with “In my Swiftie Era,” Federer added a creative touch by using emojis representing each of Swift’s eleven albums. Swift ended her two-day Zurich stay with another performance on July 10, 2024, before heading to Milan for two concerts at the San Siro. Federer, who had recently attended Wimbledon, seized the opportunity to enjoy Swift’s concert in his hometown.
Backstage Moments on “The Eras Tour”
Travis Kelce, Swift’s boyfriend and NFL star, might find this encounter a bit ironic. Before dating Swift, Kelce tried to meet her backstage during an “Eras Tour” show but was turned away. He shared his disappointment on his podcast, “New Heights,” explaining that Swift doesn’t speak before or after her performances to preserve her voice for the 44 songs she sings.
Other Tennis Stars and Swift
Federer isn’t the only tennis star with a special connection to Taylor Swift. World No. 1 Iga Swiatek recently attended a Swift concert in Liverpool, where she had an unforgettable experience. After her French Open victory, Swiatek received a handwritten letter from Swift backstage, which moved her to tears. Swiatek shared a photo of the touching moment on social media, expressing her deep admiration for Swift.
Roger Federer’s joyous meeting with Taylor Swift highlights the intersection of sports and music, showcasing the mutual respect and admiration between the two worlds. As Swift’s “Eras Tour” continues, fans and celebrities alike are eager to share in the magic of her performances.
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