Matthew Macfadyen features heavily in the latest Mercedes-Benz commercial, getting plenty to do throughout. He drives, he talks about what a car should be, and even briefly skydives, among other activities. Throughout his wild and only vaguely car-related escapades, however, another familiar face gets some time in the limelight. Viewers see shots of another individual in a similar tuxedo to that of Macfadyen, standing at a desk, pressing buttons and turning dials, and even getting a massage. For those well-acquainted with tennis, it shouldn’t be hard to tell that this is the iconic Roger Federer.

After spending years sharpening his skills on the court, Federer went professional in 1998, and he quickly proved that he belonged in the pro ranks. During his time at the forefront of the sport, he won a staggering 20 Grand Slam singles titles, eight Wimbledon titles, and one French Open title, to name a few of his many career accomplishments. Though he took time to develop such a reputation, Federer was looked upon by many tennis players and fans as especially kind and sportsmanlike once he retired in 2022 — just the person to help out with Mercedes-Benz’s “Defining Class Since 1886” campaign.

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