Frances Tiafoe, a top-ranked American tennis pro, recently opened up about his experiences interacting with celebrities and athletes on “The Pivot” podcast. Despite his success, he revealed that he gets starstruck, just like anyone else. In an interview on the podcast, Tiafoe shared that he is a fan of Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, and that he was pleased to be meeting them and other celebrities.
Tiafoe, 26, credited a win over Rafael Nadal in the 2022 U.S. Open as a turning point in his career, which allowed him to reach the quarterfinals. He then discussed how he was able to connect with high-profile figures like Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, with Kelce and the Mahomes duo even rolling out the red carpet for him in Kansas City.
Despite his experiences with celebrities, Tiafoe emphasized his relatability to fans. He described himself as a “regular dude” from Maryland who simply loves tennis. He did not provide details about when the hangouts with Swift, Kelce, and Mahomes took place, but the Kansas City Chiefs duo were spotted at the 2024 U.S. Open for the men’s singles final.
