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4 Years After Their Viral and Historic ‘GOAT’ Pose, Legends Serena Williams and Roger Federer Entice Tennis Fans as They Are All Set to Rule the Internet Once Again at 2023 Met Gala

Published May 1, 2023 | 7:44 PM EDT

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The last time we saw Serena Williams and Roger Federer “serving” on the same court was back in the 2019 Hopman Cup. Tennis fans all over the world got the opportunity to watch the two GOATs pose together in an iconic selfie together after their match. Once again, the moment has arrived, though off-court, at the most-awaited Met Gala 2023, that we will see them posing once again on the red carpets of New York City.

As the two tennis icons are getting ready to appear at the Met Gala 2023, anticipation around Williams’ dress is high. Federer’s has been revealed, and he is mesmerizing the guests with his top-to-bottom classic “gentleman” look. So, is it time for yet another iconic selfie from the two even if Met Gala does not permit it?

Serena Williams and Roger Federer get red-carpet ready to serve at Met Gala 2023

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The two tennis legends possessed some of the most iconic serves on the court. So, eventually, when the world got the chance to see the two together at the Hopman Cup in 2019, it was touted as the battle of the GOATs. However, the most iconic moment happened after their doubles match. Both Williams and Federer posed for a selfie which broke the internet.

Once again, the two are getting their ‘A-game’ ready to light up the Met Gala 2023 red carpet. After 2019, this is the only time that we are going to see the two GOATs sharing the same platform. So, who knows, despite the bizarre, “no selfie rule”, we might just get yet another iconic picture from the two.

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Consequently, to make that happen, both Williams and Federer are busy suiting up. Williams took to her Instagram to share all her Met Gala looks over the years. Besides that, she shared the undergoing makeup process with her fans through her Instagram stories. Being a fashion icon, Williams has always increased the heat whenever she stepped on the red carpet. Hence, this time is not going to be an exception.

On the other hand, Roger Federer is unapologetically setting the “gentleman” bar on the red carpet of the Met Gala 2023. His first Instagram post with his co-chair suit on for Met Gala 2023 is making his fans go berserk.

 

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The Swiss Maestro looked cleaned in the classic black-suit-black bowtie look. He credited British designer Kim Jones for designing and styling it.

Williams updates fans on her preparation for Met Gala 2023

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Williams amused her fans with the confirmation of her presence at the Met Gala 2023. She stated with a mask on her face, “So, this is Met Monday and this is my Met Mask.”

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Apart from that, she shared some behind-the-scenes pictures of her getting ready and having some snacks. In one Instagram story, one of her makeup artists could be heard saying, “Diet for Met!” To this, Williams replied, “Met diet!” With her winged graphic eyeliner, we know one thing for sure. Williams is going to make us drop our jaws once again.

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With two tennis GOATs being on the same red carpet again, it is high time we see the two come together for yet another iconic picture.

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Shivali Sharma

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Shivali Sharma is a tennis writer at EssentiallySports, who specializes in off-court topics and has a particular focus on the legendary ‘Queen of the Court’, Serena Williams. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Shivali has authored numerous articles covering varied topics concerning the 23-time Grand Slam champion, including her personal life, career, and more. In addition to her work on Serena Williams, Shivali is also a huge fan of Naomi Osaka and admires the four-time Major winner, particularly for her advocacy for mental health.
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Tony Thomas