Arthur Fery, the last remaining British player in the men's singles at Wimbledon, has garnered attention not only for his performance but also for a distinctive fan chant inspired by his name. Spectators have adopted a unique foghorn-style cheer, mimicking the sound of a ferry horn, as a nod to Fery’s surname during his matches at the All England Club.

The 23-year-old, who grew up just minutes away from Wimbledon, advanced to the fourth round following a grueling third-round match that lasted four hours and 39 minutes against Belgium’s Zizou Bergs. The marathon encounter marked the longest match at this year’s tournament and saw Fery overcome three nosebleeds en route to victory. Despite being ranked 114th in the world, he has exceeded expectations by reaching the final 16, making him the first British male wild-card entrant to progress this far in 33 years.

After the exhausting match, Fery emphasized the importance of rest and recovery, saying he intended to focus on sleep in the days following the contest. Reflecting on the crowd’s new chant, he described it as an original and enjoyable form of support, adding that it brought a lighthearted atmosphere to the intense competition.

Fery’s next challenge is scheduled for Centre Court, where he will face Bulgaria’s Grigor Dimitrov in the fourth round. The match is anticipated to draw significant attention, given Fery’s status as the home contender and his surprising run at the tournament so far.

During his third-round match, only around 750 spectators watched from Court 18, a smaller venue compared to the main courts. However, the growing fan interest and innovative chant suggest increasing support for the young British player as he continues his Wimbledon campaign.