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Federer Headlines 2026 International Tennis Hall of Fame Ballot as Fan Vote Opens

Fan voting runs through Oct. 10 under a system that adds bonus points to an official ballot requiring 75% for election.

Overview

  • Roger Federer leads the Player Category nominees alongside Juan Martin del Potro and Svetlana Kuznetsova for the Class of 2026.
  • Contributor nominees are broadcaster Mary Carillo and tennis administrator Marshall Happer.
  • The top three fan choices earn bonus percentage points toward the Official Voting Group totals, allocated 3-2-1 based on finish.
  • Ballots from the Official Voting Group will be tabulated this fall, with inductees to be announced in November.
  • Federer’s resume cited by organizers includes 20 Grand Slam singles titles, 103 career trophies, 1,251 singles wins, and a record 237 consecutive weeks at No. 1.