Federer's Roland Garros Racquet Up for Auction, Expected to Fetch $50,000

Roger Federer's Roland Garros Racquet Up for Auction, Expected to Fetch $50,000

Tennis enthusiasts and collectors have a rare opportunity to own a piece of tennis history as the racquet used by Roger Federer in his final Roland Garros final goes up for auction. The custom-made Wilson racquet, which Federer wielded in 2011, is expected to garner a hefty price tag of up to $50,000 in the bidding period that began on May 14 and ends June 2.

The racquet holds significant historical value as it was used by Federer in his fifth and final Roland Garros final, where he famously ended Novak Djokovic's 43-match winning streak in the semifinals. The racquet was provided to the auction by Federer's eponymous charity foundation, and photomatching forensic technology has confirmed its authenticity.

In addition to Federer's racquet, the auction also features other autographed match-worn and used items by tennis legends. Collectors can bid on the shoes that carried Iga Swiatek to the BNP Paribas Open title this spring, the shirt, wristbands, and shoes that Rafael Nadal wore in leading Spain to the 2009 Davis Cup, and a wristband worn by Carlos Alcaraz during his run to the 2022 US Open title.

Perhaps the most unique item up for auction is the smashed Babolat racquet used by Dominic Thiem at the 2019 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The racquet, which comes with a letter of authenticity, was given to Thiem by tournament organizers after he smashed it in frustration during a second-round upset loss to Fernando Verdasco.

The auction offers a rare chance for collectors and tennis enthusiasts to acquire unique memorabilia from some of the greatest players in the sport. With the bidding period now open, interested parties are encouraged to start their bids and secure a piece of tennis history.

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