When coronavirus brought sports to a halt and the lockdown made us stay indoors, two Italian girls became a social media sensation after their video of playing tennis on their individual rooftops and maintaining perfectly hit rallies went viral, as per a TOI report.??
13-year-old Vittoria and 11-year-old Carola played from their own rooftops against each other in a viral video back in in April.?
At that time, the girls did not expect much when they played rooftop tennis in Finale Ligura (Italy). But after becoming internet sensations, they got an unexpected surprise on 10 July -- a visit from none other than 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer, who both girls idolise, facilitated by a Pasta company.?
The 38-year old Swiss maestro was touched by the girls' perseverance during the Covid-19 lockdown, and called the meeting 'a very special moment' in his career.?
"Personally for me, that was a very special moment in my career as a tennis player. To surprise a fan, or children, like I was able to with Carola and Vittoria today," Federer said.?
After the meeting, Federer then played a game of tennis with the girls across the same rooftops.?
"It was great. I have played in many cool places around the world. But this is definitely up there for me as a special experience. We showed that we can play anywhere and have fun with it. I had the best time, honestly," Federer added.?
The two young girls couldn't believe that Federer was actually with them and went on a selfie taking spree, while telling the world that the man with them was actually Roger Federer himself.?
At the end of the video, Federer also revealed that he had another surprise for the girls. Federer is also sending them to the Rafael Nadal tennis Academy for a summer camp.?
Speaking of Nadal, what is he up to while Federer is chilling with rooftop tennis sensations from Italy? Well he's not playing tennis and is now in the middle of his break. There are doubts as to whether he will play in the US Open. To be honest one cannot wait to see him back in action.?
As for Novak Djokovic, well he's recovered from COVID-19 after playing a tournament despite the dangers. Right now he is resting but no doubt is itching to get back on court.?
Tennis is on the verge of resumption and soon we shall see these 3 clashing on the court. A delight for fans no matter whom you support.?
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