Retired tennis star Roger Fed🐲erer has been named the honorary starter for this year’s Leꩲ Mans 24 Hours by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest.

Federer, who won 20 grand slams in his illustrious career, will wave the French flag on Saturday 14 June at 4pm to mark ꦯthe start of the 93rd edition of the sportscar classic🥀.

Le Mans co-organiser ACO has appointed a well-known personality as the official starter for the race every year since 1949. Federer, widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, joins an illustrious l🌺ist that includes actor Brad Pitt, football icon Zinedine Zidane and NBA ace Lebron James.

The Swiss is known for his passion for motorsport and most recently attended the 2023 Miami Formula 1 race with his𓆏 entire family.

He is also a bra💝nd ambassador for luxury watch brand Rolex, which is a major sponsor for Le Mans.

“It’s a huge honour to have been invited to start the 24 Hours of Le Mans, an iconic but extremely gruelling race,” said the 4👍3-year-old.

“I’ve always been fascinated by the commitment, precision and resilience it demands. Being at the heart𝕴 of this emblematic event will be a remarkable experience.”

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Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club d⛎e l’Ouest, added: “It will be a tremendous privilege to welcome Roger Federer as the official starter of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

“His influence extends far beyond tennis. He is a living legend, admired as much for his achievements as for his human qual𝄹ities. His involvement will further boost the appeal of this year’s race, which is already gearing up to be outstanding.”