NEW
YORK, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prestige
Memorabilia, the global leader in tennis memorabilia, is excited to
announce a tennis memorabilia auction highlighted by an exclusive
piece of tennis history: Roger
Federer's racket from his legendary run at the 2011 French
Open. The tournament marked the last French Open final of his
career, and the racket is expected to fetch upwards of $50,000. It was in this tournament that Federer
shocked the world by ending Novak
Djokovic's historic 43-match win streak, and then faced
Rafael Nadal in the dramatic final.
The auction is open for bidding starting 14 May and will close on 2
June.
Roger
Federer's legendary 2011 French Open racket up for auction,
expected to exceed $50,000.
The auction represents a rare opportunity for tennis enthusiasts
and collectors worldwide to own an authenticated piece of sporting
history from one of the most iconic moments of Federer's incredible
career. The racket is acquired from the Roger Federer Foundation,
and coveted Resolution Photomatch certification accompanies the
racket. Resolution was able to forensically prove that Federer used
the racket in the final. Further emphasizing the rarity of the
racket, it is the first ever Federer racket with a photomatch
graphic to come to auction. Federer's racket was custom made for
him, and he has also autographed it.
The 2011 French Open showcased Federer's finest clay court play.
In a much-anticipated semifinal, Federer halted Djokovic's historic
43-match win streak in what is considered the best clay court match
of his career. The four-set victory was punctuated by a Federer
ace, leading to the iconic finger wag celebration. In the final,
Federer faced the Nadal in their 25th career duel. Federer pushed
Nadal to the limit in a four-set battle, showcasing a series of
brilliant shots from the very racket that is up for auction.
Other incredible items from Novak
Djokovic, Rafael Nadal,
Carlos Alcaraz, and Serena Williams will also be available in the
auction.
The auction commences May 14th,
2024. Please find the auction online at
thetennisauction.com.
Contact: info@thetennisauction.com
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