San Francisco: Tennis fans were treated to a heartwarming moment this week when Roger Federer shared the golf course with rising superstar Carlos Alcaraz in the lead-up to the Laver Cup 2025.
Alcaraz, who arrived in San Francisco early and surprised fans with a fresh hair color, decided to enjoy a round of golf before switching focus to tennis. The 22-year-old Spaniard wasn’t alone—Federer, one of his idols growing up, joined him for the outing.
Federer later posted photos on Instagram, capturing the lighthearted moment. His caption read:
“Welcome to Laver Cup 2025, @carlitosalcarazz — nice work on the golf course. Hope you packed your tennis rackets.”
The Swiss legend’s playful remark quickly caught the attention of fans, many of whom celebrated the generational connection between the retired champion and the player now carrying forward the torch of men’s tennis.
A Closer Look at Laver Cup 2025
The eighth edition of the Laver Cup kicks off September 19–21 at the Chase Center in San Francisco, home to the Golden State Warriors and Valkyries. Since debuting in 2017, the Ryder Cup-style tournament has grown into one of the sport’s most exciting annual showcases.
This year’s lineups promise high-voltage clashes:
- Team Europe: Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Holger Rune, Casper Ruud, Jakub Mensik, Flavio Cobolli
- Team World: Taylor Fritz, Alex de Minaur, Francisco Cerundolo, Joao Fonseca, Alex Michelsen, Reilly Opelka
Adding to the intrigue are new captains. Yannick Noah and Tim Henman guide Team Europe, while Andre Agassi and Pat Rafter take charge of Team World, marking the end of John McEnroe’s tenure.
The scoring format remains unchanged—matches are worth one point on Friday, two on Saturday, and three on Sunday. The first team to reach 13 points secures the trophy.
Passing the Torch
For Federer, who co-founded the event and has been its biggest ambassador, moments like these underscore what the Laver Cup is all about—blending competition with camaraderie and creating space for the sport’s legends and future stars to connect.
For Alcaraz, the chance to share laughs with Federer ahead of such a stage may serve as extra motivation as he looks to add another chapter to his growing legacy.