IPTL: Aamir Khan, Deepika Padukone play with Roger Federer in Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 8: Several Bollywood stars graced the inaugural International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) with their presence and even tried their hand at the sport in the august company of superstars Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Sania Mirza.

Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh and Sunil Gavaskar were also present.

The cinestars were all seen taking up the racquet and engaging in a friendly hit-out with Federer, Djokovic and Mirza that served as an entertaining warm-up session for the players ahead of the Indian Aces vs UAE Royals match. (Federer wins, Indian Aces lose)

Aamir, clad in a grey T-shirt and with his wife and son in tow, was the first among the actors to enter the court, hitting with partner Federer against Djokovic and Mirza.

Deepika, with his father badminton great Prakash Padukione in the stands, was the next to take up the racquet. Clad in an all black ensemble, she partnered Deshmukh to engage in some fun-hitting.

Gavaskar and Akshay also took part in enthralling the audience.

Amitabh Bachchan watched the IPTL action Sunday when Roger Federer made his debut for the Indian Aces in the tournament.

IANS