Willis, the paunchy tennis teacher who challenged Federer on Center Court
In 2022, Marcus Willis, a 33-year-old British tennis teacher, created the feat by facing Roger Federer on the most prestigious court at Wimbledon. His atypical journey, between passion and perseverance, marks the history of tennis
Marcus Willis, 33, a British tennis teacher unknown to the general public, made Wimbledon history in 2022 by facing Roger Federer on Center Court. His journey, from anonymity to this legendary duel, was built on years of hard work and passion. Willis, who was then playing in qualifying, benefited from a forfeit to enter the main draw.
