Since 1993, Sue Barker has seen more than her fair share of tennis greats. As BBC’s official presenter for Wimbledon for nearly three decades, Barker has had the pleasure of regularly meeting people such as (ho-hum) — Pete Sampras, Martina Navratilova, Serena and Venus Williams, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal.
Following Wimbledon 2022’s emotional end, filled with red caps and inspiring words, the iconic Barker officially stepped down from her longtime role. Wimbledon being as prestigious as it is, John McEnroe ensured Barker knew how much he and the rest of the greater tennis world appreciated her work over the years.
In essence: McEnroe effusively sang her praises:
“You’re like the Roger Federer of the broadcasting world.” ❤️
One last hug for Sue Barker from John McEnroe 🥰#BBCTennis #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/shw7MdSAQj
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 10, 2022
Aww. It doesn’t get any better than touching moments that elicit beaming smiles like Barker’s. The Wimbledon presenter and former French Open winner has definitely earned every last bit of these flowers.
She will be missed. https://t.co/9aTnC4w770
— Laura 🏴 🇺🇦 (@soundgirl64) July 10, 2022
Oh Mac ♥️♥️♥️ https://t.co/5Jpgjq7u5E
— Alison McGinnis (@AlisonMcG) July 10, 2022
— Jane 🇪🇺 (@mejanewhoyou) July 10, 2022
— Fionnaigh Connaughton-O’Connor (@doradaisy) July 10, 2022
30 years of my obsession with #Wimbledon.Through my yelling at the screen passion for Graf, Agassi, Rafter, Federer… there was always Sue Barker, certain as strawberries & cream & the evening shadows across Centre Court.
Happy retirement, Sue. You’ll be missed. Thank you. 🎾💜 https://t.co/DJ0923wvHU— Rebecca Morris-Buck 🇺🇦🌻 (@rsbuck) July 10, 2022
