Tennis fans were treated to a delightful surprise this week as a video emerged showing Roger Federer practicing at Stanford University with none other than his agent’s son, Nico Godsick.

The story goes back to 2005 when a young Federer sought representation from IMG, the global sports management company. There, he crossed paths with the American agent Tony Godsick, who became his long-term partner and eventually co-founded a separate management firm with Federer in 2012. Back then, Tony’s son Nico was just a toddler.

Fast forward to today, the 20-time Grand Slam champion may be retired, but his love for the game remains. A video surfaced online showing Federer, at 42, hitting his signature forehands on the Stanford courts with characteristic ease, despite casual attire.

Joining him was 19-year-old Nico, a member of the Stanford tennis team. Under Federer’s watchful eye, Nico showcased his own promising groundstrokes, generating impressive power with his athleticism. While Nico hasn’t yet broken into the ATP Top 1000 rankings, he’s actively playing collegiate tennis and competing on the ITF circuit.

This unexpected training session resonated with tennis legends. Brad Gilbert, who once coached eight-time Grand Slam winner Andre Agassi, couldn’t contain his excitement. He reposted the video, expressing his approval for the opportunity Nico received: “so cool for Nico @StanfordTennis.”

The video serves as a reminder of Federer’s passion for tennis, even in his post-playing career. It also highlights the supportive network around him, fostering connections within the sport for the next generation of players.