A prominent American tennis player, Taylor Fritz, showcased his talent on Tuesday by advancing to his first Wimbledon semifinal after triumphing over Karen Khachanov in four sets. However, he also took the opportunity to respond to his League of Legends detractors with a clever comeback that reflects his fondness for the game.

«Someone on League of Legends told me to go touch grass, so I did,» Taylor remarked on X (formerly Twitter) after becoming the sole American man to reach the semifinals or better at a non-hardcourt major event at Wimbledon 2025.

The phrase «go touch grass» has become popular online, often used to mock individuals who spend excessive time in virtual spaces or gaming indoors. League has its fair share of toxicity, with remarks like this frequently appearing when a player performs strongly, aiming to distract them.

In Taylor’s case, the «touch grass» jab was misplaced–both in-game and beyond. His remarkable tennis abilities enabled him to overcome his opponent in four sets, and he’s also a skilled player in League. Fritz has achieved Emerald 3 in ranked matches, demonstrating his commitment even when not on the tennis court.

According to his OP.gg profile, he currently sits at Platinum 3 and favors the jungle role. His notable picks seem to be Viego, Warwick, and Shyvana. He occasionally streams on Twitch and has been spotted gaming with professional esports players, including Velja, who offers coaching during his ranked matches.

Taylor Fritz is set to face the renowned Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon semifinals on Friday, aiming to secure his place in the finals.