Tennis legend Federer addresses THAT Jackie Stewart moment at Miami GP

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Tennis legend Federer addresses INFAMOUS Jackie Stewart moment at Miami GP

Roger Federer has described Sir Jackie Stewart as "legendary" just weeks after a hilarious gridwalk mishap in Miami

Dan McCarthy

Wednesday 24 May 2023 22:45

Roger Federer has described Sir Jackie Stewart as "legendary" in a Twitter Q&A session with his followers, just weeks after their infamous meeting on the Miami Grand Prix grid.

The Swiss superstar was in attendance for the glitzy race three weeks ago and was in a cordoned-off VIP section of the grid as the cars were lined up.

Sky Sports F1 commentator Martin Brundle was in the middle of one of his gridwalks and spotted Federer, hoping to get an interview with him.

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Stewart was on the scene too and when Brundle said he was hoping to grab Federer for a quick chat, the Scotsman brazenly walked through security to Federer before being stopped by security guards.

When asked whether he knew who Stewart was by one Twitter user, the 20-time Grand Slam champion responded in unequivocal fashion.

yes i've met him several times before. he's legendary
— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) May 23, 2023

Stewart an enduringly popular figure in F1

Stewart, a three-time world champion in F1 back in the 60s and 70s, remains one of the most popular and recognisable figures in the sport.

His popularity only increased following the Miami incident with social media users finding his antics hilarious.

Brundle has since gone on to describe him as a "true friend" and it appears his standing among other sports figures s also high following Federer's comments.