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1 week, 6 days ago

Andre Agassi: Alcaraz has Djokovic’s defence, Nadal’s power and Federer’s finesse

What sportspersons covet the most is the respect of their peers and appreciation from past champions. “Alcaraz defends like Novak, has power and spin like Nadal, and has hands and finesse like Federer,” Agassi said, on the sidelines of the TiE Global Summit 2024 here. “I think he’ll run out of energy more than capability, especially when the people you …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Roger Federer makes special plea to Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz after Laver Cup loss

Hindustan Times

Legendary tennis player Roger Federer expressed his desire to have Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz as part of the European team in the next edition of the Laver Cup, scheduled to be hosted in Berlin, Germany. Following the tournament’s conclusion, Roger Federer was asked who he would love to see representing Team Europe in 2024 Laver Cup "I would like …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair

Associated Press

LONDON — Roger Federer is, by his own admission, a jokester. “He sort of has all these nicknames all the players.” For whatever cachet and attention the Laver Cup might have lacked in the past — and no matter how long it lasts — the fifth edition, held at London’s O2 Arena, will forever be known as the occasion of …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek lead changing of guard at US Open 2022

Firstpost

Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek winning the singles titles at US Open 2022 has signaled that the young players are ready to take the mantle from the veterans in the sport. Newly-crowned champions Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek led a changing of the guard at the US Open as the transition from the “Big Three” era and Serena Williams gathered …

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2 years, 10 months ago

John McEnroe Backs Rafael Nadal to Win a 22nd Major Before Novak Djokovic or Roger Federer

News 18

Tennis legend John McEnroe expressed his views on the GOAT fight among tennis’ Big Three but his verdict is sure to cause some heartburn to fans of the trio. The Big Three – Roger Federer, Nadal and Novak Djokovic – have been the dominant forces with 20 major titles each in the Open Era and not to mention their own …

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2 years, 10 months ago

'We did great things for our sport': Rafael Nadal on his Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer rivalry

The Telegraph

On Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night, Rafael Nadal pulled off one of the greatest comebacks in sporting history to move to the head of the grand-slam leaderboard for the first time. “At the end of the day it’s just a game,” Nadal added, “and in some way we achieved more than what we ever dreamed when we were kids. …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Novak Djokovic shrinks in biggest moments to lose chance at ‘Golden Slam’

The Independent

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3 years, 5 months ago

Is Novak Djokovic already the best tennis player of his era?

Live Mint

After winning the Australian Open a couple of years ago, Novak Djokovic faced a question from a veteran Italian journalist whose style is to downplay the achievement of the moment and look ahead. As Wimbledon got underway this week, Djokovic is the overwhelming favorite to win, which would put him in a very special tie with Roger Federer and Rafael …

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3 years, 7 months ago

Does Novak Djokovic have the perfect game?

The Hindu

“For sure he has reached almost perfection, Novak, in his game style, the way he plays, which is unbelievable to see honestly.” — Stefanos Tsitsipas, after losing in the 2020 French Open semifinals to Novak Djokovic. Djokovic’s backhand serve return has been more acclaimed, perhaps because he consistently returns first and second serves with power and depth. On my service …

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3 years, 9 months ago

Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open, citing virus restrictions

The Hindu

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic pulled out of the upcoming Miami Open on Friday, citing coronavirus restrictions as he joined Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer on the sideline. “With all restrictions, I need to find balance in my time on tour and at home.” Nadal pulled out on Tuesday, citing a bad back that bothered him during the Australian Open. “This has …

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4 years, 2 months ago

Let Rafael Nadal vs Roger Federer vs Novak Djokovic GOAT debate go

India TV News

Now that the 2020 Grand Slam season is done and Rafael Nadal is tied with Roger Federer at 20 major championships, the most for a man in tennis history, followed by Novak Djokovic at 17, some might be tempted to rekindle the conversation about which is the “Greatest of All-Time.” The truth is, everyone should just let that GOAT debate …

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4 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal object to Novak Djokovic's proposal for player union

India TV News

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and other members of the ATP Player Council spoke out Saturday against a plan put forth by top-ranked Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil to start a men's-only union of sorts for tennis -- bringing the sport’s politics into the spotlight just before the U.S. Open. They issued a joint statement Saturday saying: “It is a time …

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