Year After Bidding Goodbye to Wimbledon, Iconic TV Presenter Welcomed With Loud Cheers Similar to Roger Federer as Fans Shower Their Love for Two Center Court Greats

This year’s Wimbledon so far has not just been about players chasing new records or delivering incredible performances on the court. Apart from the usual battles between the titans of tennis, the All England Club has also witnessed some incredible moments off the court this year. The grand welcome of the record 8-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer on Day 2 of the championships is a moment that no tennis fan can easily forget. But the saga of celebrating icons at SW19 didn’t end with Federer.

The legendary BBC presenter and former tennis player Sue Barker was greeted by the Centre Court crowd in a similar fashion on the sixth day of the coveted event.

Sue Barker returns to Centre Court, greeted with a stirring ovation similar to Roger Federer

Iconic television host Sue Barker was synonymous with BBC’s Wimbledon coverage. The 67-year-old presided over the event for over 30 years, and the fans loved every moment of her presence for all these years. She was rightfully deemed as the face of Wimbledon for BBC, and therefore, it came as a shock to thousands of fans when she decided to retire from her position at the end of last year’s Wimbledon.

Her broadcast colleague Clare Balding took over the reins as the lead presenter from this year’s edition. As reported by the Express, Sue Barker returned to Centre Court this year amid much fanfare, as the legendary broadcaster was given a heartwarming reception by the crowd after the organizers displayed a touching video montage as a tribute to her famed career.

Her iconic broadcasting career often overshadows her achievements as a player – she won 15 singles titles, including the 1976 French Open crown. This makes her all the more connected to the hearts of so many tennis fans. The incredible ovation and applause she received is reminiscent of the one received by Roger Federer just a few days back on his return to the royal box on Centre Court.

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Federer’s iconic reception on Wimbledon return

The Swiss Maestro made it clear that he will forever remain the center of attraction at Wimbledon, even if he is not lacing up his boots to compete for the title ever again. Federer made his return to the Centre Court for the first time since his retirement from the sport, and it was truly a special moment as Wimbledon celebrated the career of the greatest player to have ever stepped foot on the hallowed turf of its most prestigious court. The 41-year-old legend received a 3-minute standing ovation from the spectators at Centre Court, who were simply star-struck by the presence of the Swiss at the royal box.

The greatest moments from a few of his incredible performances at SW19 were shown in a video montage as a tribute to his illustrious career. Now, with Sue Barker receiving a similar reception, the Wimbledon crowd once again showed that they certainly know how to honor a legend in the way they truly deserve.

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