Federer to play tennis at US Open but rules out Williams-like return

Roger Federer, the 20-time Grand Slam champion, is set to play an exhibition match at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday, August 26, 2026, marking his first appearance there since 2019. Federer confirmed he has no plans for a competitive return to tennis, ruling out a comeback similar to Serena Williams' return. The Swiss legend expressed nerves ahead of the exhibition, noting he has not played a singles set since his match against Hubert Hurkacz at Wimbledon.