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Tennis – French Open – Roland Garros, Paris, France – May 31, 2021 Switzerland’s Roger Federer before his first round match against Uzbekistan’s Denis Istomin REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

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Tennis – French Open – Roland Garros, Paris, France – May 31, 2021 Switzerland’s Roger Federer before his first round match against Uzbekistan’s Denis Istomin REUTERS/Benoit Tessier
The commitment, love, and contribution of the Big 3 for tennis are huge, and none can be compared to each other. Rafael Nadal focuses more on his tennis academy, ensuring that the future of tennis is bright. After hanging his racket, Roger Federer educates children through his foundation. The Swiss legend also surprises young aspirations by visiting tennis academies and sharing his insights with them.
Novak Djokovic was one of the founders of the ‘Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA). The organization aims to safeguard the rights of both ATP and WTA players. But the Swiss Maestro was brutally snubbed by a Twitter user, a fan of the Serb, as he compared him with Djoker.
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A Twitteratti’s attempt to defame Roger Federer receives massive backlash
A tennis journalist and the co-author of the ‘Roger Federer Effect’ shared the details of ATP’s new salary structure, which is currently under a 3-year trial. Two days before, a revolutionary ‘Baseline’ policy existed where the top 250 players would be paid a fixed sum depending on their rankings. This will be implemented in 2024 as a trial, and if the results are favorable to the payers and the organization, ATP shall continue ‘Baseline.’
A tennis blogger replied to the post, dragging Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer into the decision. The user claims that while the Serbian legend works hard for tennis professionals, the Swiss Maestro focuses on his business.
He tweeted, “Federer is often referred to as a role model and doing so much for the sport etc. Whereas he was busy planning the money spinning Laver Cup to the benefit of a handful of male millionaires (and his business). Djokovic was working hard and setting up the PTPA for ALL pro players.”
Federer is often referred to as a role model and doing so much for the sport etc. Whereas he was busy planning the money spinning Laver cup to the benefit of a handful of male millionaires (and his business).
Djokovic was working hard and setting up the PTPA for ALL pro players. https://t.co/zRFKbkcNFM
— Pavvy G (@pavyg) August 23, 2023
The blogger’s words ignited fire, and fans took the ons of rescuing beloved Federer on them. They slammed the user in the comments section.
The sports journalist was among the first ones to explain King Roger’s contribution to tennis. He tweeted,
He created the Laver Cup as a tennis version of the Ryder Cup. Roger has done many many great charitable efforts – the Laver Cup was something he wanted to create for tennis. 🤨
— Gary Alford (@galfor) August 23, 2023
One user advised the blogger to focus on his idol’s positives as Federer’s connection with his fans runs deep. He tweeted,
No matter how hard you try you won’t be able to tarnish roger’s legacy or eliminate the love and connection he established with millions of fans worldwide, so give it a rest and focus more on praising your idol since you love him so much instead of berating other players
— Garen Tossounian (@GarenTossounian) August 23, 2023
Another user lashed at the blogger for causing a controversy for the sake of it. The tweet read,
Can’t you just say Federer has done a lot for the sport, Djoko has done a lot and Rafa has done a lot? Which is the truest statement. Always making controversy out of nothing
— DeanO (@CallusDean) August 23, 2023
A fan commented that to praise Djokovic, Federer need not be diminished!
You dont have to diminish Federer in order to praise Nole.
When tennis fans understand this the world will be a better place (and unicorns will become real lol)
— Achilleas Alexandros G. Theodoulou (@theodoulou__) August 23, 2023
A die-hard fan of Federer personified the tweet as mentally ill.
If mental illness was a Twitter thread.
— SYeezy05 (@SYeezy05) August 23, 2023
A user justified why Federer is a role model by tweeting that he and his fans are down-to-earth.
Referred to as a role model because he is. He, and his fans are humble, sport benefited wholesomely
— Terry McCurry (@Sam25sDad) August 23, 2023
A user called the blogger a toxic fan as demeaning the Swiss legend stirred his emotions.
You are the most toxic (stupid) "fan" ever.
Roger has done a ton for tennis.— Piero Rubini (@pierorubini100) August 23, 2023
Another tennis enthusiast slammed the blogger like no one as he directed hurls at him for subbing Federer.
why dont spend you time on something more productive that trying to accredited Novak when no one cares about what he does.. That is because he is not like my many, many. Just stop and keep jerking off on Novak's pic.. or go for walk!!
— Liz (@Liz54370454) August 23, 2023
A Twiteratti enlightened the blogger that it is ATP who introduced salaries, not PTPA; therefore, it has nothing to do with Djokovic.
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But… this guaranteed salary thing… it's not the PTPA. And it's for the ATP only. It has nothing to do with Novax or Roger.
— Guillaume LemayYates (@GuigzYates) August 23, 2023
ATP introduced financial security, and fans kindly reminded the blogger of the same. Hence, the blogger’s tweet crediting PPA for the revolutionary move was considered controversial. Twitterattis claimed that the blogger wanted to start a fan war and had nothing to do with his time.
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Whatever the blogger’s intentions, tennis fans, and the Swiss legend’s fans proved they don’t fall prey to any accusations. Federer’s fans are insanely loyal to him, demonstrating how the ‘God of Tennis’ earned it all with his talent, love, and humility.
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