While Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal gave the world another reason to marvel at their talents, a boy of Indian origin in blue floral shirt spotted reading a book during the clash of the great tennis rivals in Wimbledon 2019 semi-final match is winning hearts on Twitter as well as inspiring memes galore on social media. Twitter users could not get their heads around the fact as to how could someone and especially a young boy avoid the charms of a "Fedal" (Federer vs Nadal) clash and be engrossed in a book as funny memes filled the social media platform. Roger Federer Beats Rafael Nadal to Reach 12th Wimbledon Final, Swiss Great to Face Novak Djokovic For Record 9th Wimbledon Trophy.
In fact, even the commentators were taken aback at the sight of the boy in blue full sleeves floral shirt absorbed in the book. One of the commentators said jokingly that, "Close that book" and remarked how it was not the time to read a book. Roger Federer Beats Rafael Nadal 7-6(7-3), 1-6, 6-3, 6-4, Will Face Novak Djokovic in the Final For 9th Wimbledon Trophy.
But Then a Twitter User Came to the Boy's Rescue and Was Happy to See a Young Chap Read a 'Physical' Book
Can't believe commentators were giving a kid in the audience flack for reading a book at #Wimbledon - least it wasn't an ipad - kudos to any kid picking up a book these days......#federervsnadal pic.twitter.com/JwM4cnrMNt
— Mark A. Thomson (@MarkAlanThomson) July 13, 2019
Here's the Moment Captured in Video
2 of if not the greatest players ever and the kid is reading a damn book smh #FedererNadal #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/0FFosabdFl
— JACK (@Jackariahtjr) July 12, 2019
And Here Begins the Funny Replies
It's Federer vs Nadal and he's enjoying his favourite book. This is the level of disassociation I wish to have. pic.twitter.com/vPJWUDMkur
— Nivaas Sudhan (@nivaas_sudhan) July 13, 2019
The Real "Sharma Ji Ka Ladka" Jibe
This is the real Sharma ji ka ladka you were told to be scared of..
— 𝕽𝖆𝖌𝖍𝖆𝖛 (@imraghav54) July 12, 2019
The "Only 90s and Indian Kids Will Get This" Kind of Joke
Such kids were the prime reason for flying chappals at me..
Mom's Golden words : .."dekh wo Kitna padhta hai, aur tu saare din TV pe match dekh "..
— Puneet B (@OnestoPuneet) July 13, 2019
The "Spelling Bee" Association Was Expected
Prepping for spelling bee 🤣🤣🤣
— Paresh Salunke (@parrywithawhy) July 12, 2019
"How Could He?" Questioned Fans
How can you be reading a book at a Federer vs Nadal match? pic.twitter.com/vy27OyMBPd
— Abdul Rahim (@AbdulRa82752246) July 12, 2019
Users Wondering Which Book Was He Reading?
What is he reading? He doesn't even lose his concentration when #fedal play. Must be the most interesting book on planet. #Federer #Nadal #Wimbledon. pic.twitter.com/ahY2wobvZ7
— Sameer Deshmukh (@docsamdeshmukh) July 12, 2019
Some Tweets Were Really Harsh on the Kid
Imagine pouring over ten years of your life into raising a child, only to see them pull out a book during Federer vs Nadal.
For shame. #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/4tzqYHTCG7
— Louie Chandler (@ChandlerLouie) July 12, 2019
The Cost of the Ticket Also Came Into Play Here
This kid is just casually reading a book at a classic game while two of the greatest tennis players battle each other... Wow!!! That book must be extra interesting!! 🤔🤔
PS: Roger Federer - Rafael Nadal ticket cost $7300.. 😩😩😩😩😩 pic.twitter.com/cipxnkmu6V
— Man Like OneX 🙌🏽 (@MrOneXMind) July 12, 2019
And Then This Tweet
— JACK (@Jackariahtjr) July 12, 2019
This is Hilarious
That’s #Djokovic reading N Tesla during #FEDAL40 🤣😂#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/7tvI5vfSdI
— शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् (@Shiv_Linga) July 12, 2019
Some Wanted to Take His Seat
What was that boy doing! 🤣 Reading a book whilst the two greatest tennis players Nadal and Federer are playing! I’ll take your seat then!
— Naomi Heath (@MissyH_1987) July 12, 2019
This User Claims to Have Found Out the Book
Hello Rosalind Kerven, there's a young lad at #Wimbledon reading your book!! 🎾📖 "Viking Myths & Sagas"@MythsandTales #Viking #Myths #Sagas #RosalindKerven pic.twitter.com/mBMB59Y7iN
— Jo Ⓥ (@PhoenixJo47) July 12, 2019
Whether one agrees with the boy's decision to read a book during the clash or not, one has to acknowledge the fact that the boy managed to get a mention during and in the same breath as Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal match, which is an achievement in itself.
Swiss great Roger Federer beat arch rival Rafael Nadal in the semi-final of Wimbledon 2019 in four sets as he beat the Spaniard 7-6(7-3), 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. He will now face defending champion and World No 1 Novak Djokovic in the final of Wimbledon 2019. This will be Federer's 12th appearance in a Wimbledon final match.
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