The day Roger Federer failed to enter Wimbledon

Even the biggest stars can be turned away at a major event. There is also Roger Federer, who was refused entry to Wimbledon two weeks ago.

Despite his 8 Wimbledon victories, Roger Federer he has yet to show his credentials. The Swiss player explained during the Daily showa popular American talk show, was refused entry by a security guard a few weeks ago.

While in London, Roger decides to go to the Wimbledon club for tea. “I drive up to the guest entrance. I get out of the car and tell my coach that I’m going to talk to the security officer to see how we get in. I go there and start by saying: Hi, I was wondering how do I enter Wimbledon – where is the gate? explains Federer.

The concern is that his interlocutor responds that he must be a member to be able to enter. As a winner though, Federer is a member, but he misplaced this famous pass. “When you win Wimbledon, you automatically become a member. I tell him that normally when I’m here I play and there are a lot of people, so I go the other way. And it’s my first time coming when the tournament isn’t happening, so I don’t know where to go.“

After several explanations, the man with 20 Grand Slams still can’t come back. He tries one last embarrassing attempt by the Swiss, which he regrets today as he explains: “I’ve won this tournament eight times. Please trust me, I’m a member. Where can I enter. I still can’t believe I said that and I still feel guilty about it.“

In the end, the story ends well for Roger. He is noticed by a fan who asks him for a selfie and by other security guards who then let him enter the enclosure, where he is greeted by the club president, Ian Hewitt.