From centre court with love! Sean Connery, 87, laughs when James Bond theme plays as he makes rare appearance at the US Open

And, proving perhaps that Diamonds Are Forever, the 36-year-old Swiss maestro ultimately prevailed after a gripping five set encounter.

Big Tam, who starred in seven Bond films between 1962 and 1983, certainly looked engrossed in the action as he watched from his seat in the President Box at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

The 87-year-old Edinburgh native was looking great for his age in a smart black blazer, pullover and navy trousers.