David Beckham’s admiration for tennis is well-documented, from his attendance at the Miami Open and Wimbledon to his widely shared 2015 ball-catching moment. Now, a 2024 meeting with a celebrated tennis icon has given him yet another reason to stay captivated by the sport.

Romeo Beckham marked his 23rd birthday enveloped by family tributes and social media shoutouts. However, one notable gap remained in the festivities: his older brother Brooklyn Beckham was not present.