WATCH: Roger Federer joins the victorious South African Springboks Rugby team during their Instagram live amid their World Cup victory tour
Federer was also seen at the finals between South Africa and New Zealand.
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Roger Federer with South Africa Rugby team (Via Open Source/X)
The world of sports experiences something unique as Roger Federer made a surprising appearance with the South African Springboks Rugby team during their Instagram Live. Federer is known for showing his respect towards other sports and this time on Instagram Live, he shocked all the fans out there with the remarkable gesture.
A video was shared on X, and Federer was seen attending an Instagram live to cheer the South African Rugby team. The team had won and, the fans were cheering for the team on the streets. The Swiss legend showed his support and excitement. It is not known by many, but Federer shares a deep connection with South Africa. His mother Lynette Federer was born in South Africa and other than this, the former world champion has always had a soft corner for this country.
The 20-time Grand Slam champion has done a lot of philanthropic work in South Africa, set up foundations, and helped the people out there because his mother was from that place. He was seen at the finals between South Africa and New Zealand as well. Novak Djokovic, another tennis superstar, was also present at the finals accompanied by singer Rita Ora.
Roger Federer hosted a lunch for Rugby player Siya Kolisi
Roger Federer, the Swiss star, has always been there to advise other players. Recently, he was seen at the Rugby finals between South Africa and New Zealand, where South Africa won to defend their title yet another time.
Yes, we do talk to each other now and then. When he (Federer) found out that I was coming to Geneva, he invited me for lunch in Zurich. Someone like him is so big here, but when you sit down with him, you forget how big an icon he is, because he is a normal human being.”said the winning captain, Siya Kolisi
Roger Federer is a very modest person who is deeply connected to his South African roots. His huge portion of charity activities is for the underprivileged people in the country. When he was playing, the 20-time Grand Slam champion played a few exhibition matches in Africa alongside other big names and after retirement, he has continued to provide for the country.
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