Overview
- The induction celebration will take place August 27–29, 2026, in Newport, Rhode Island, with tickets set to go on sale February 11, 2026.
- Federer learned of his election at Swiss Tennis in a surprise moment that included Hall of Famers Stefan Edberg and Boris Becker.
- A 20-time Grand Slam champion, Federer won 103 ATP singles titles and held the No. 1 ranking for a record 237 consecutive weeks and 310 weeks overall.
- Broadcast journalist Mary Carillo was elected in the Contributor Category, recognized for pioneering tennis commentary and her Emmy- and Peabody-winning work.
- The Hall does not disclose vote totals, and the 2026 inductees will join a roster of about 270 members representing 28 countries.