Federer meets his match in Nike tennis ad

Inspiration meets innovation at Brandweek, the ultimate marketing experience. Join industry luminaries, rising talent and strategic experts in Phoenix, Arizona this September 23–26 to assess challenges, develop solutions and create new pathways for growth. Register early to save.

For all his superhuman tennis ability, Roger Federer is a bit personality-less and not the most expressive commercial actor. So, Nike pairs him with a Rhys Darby, the standup comedian and star of Flight of the Conchords, in this new spot, timed to coincide with the Championships at Wimbledon. Darby plays Federer’s “secret coach,” always ready to ambush his client with thousands of tennis balls and goofy facial expressions.

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in