The ‘Big 3’ consisting of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic have often amazed the tennis realm with their respective game styles and unconventional techniques. Notably, it has always been difficult for the tennis community to choose one among the three tennis ‘GOATs’ who have carved stellar legacies for themselves. The Indian tennis legend, Leander Paes, however, has now made his stance clear about the ‘greatest of all time’ on the men’s tour.

In a recent conversation, the men’s doubles legend hailed Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic for their remarkable Grand Slam achievements. However, it was the Serbian tennis player who was labeled as the ‘GOAT’ as Paes revealed a ‘history book’ reason behind the same.

The Indian tennis legend hails Novak Djokovic as the ‘GOAT’ on the men’s tour

In a recent interview with Forbes, the Hall of Famer was asked to pick one among the three tennis legends who make the ‘Big 3’ on the ATP tour. Leander Paes answered by saying that he picked up his racket when the likes of Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe were still gracing the tennis courts.

The former world number 1 doubles player added that no one would have ever thought that the Swedish tennis legend’s five Wimbledon titles record could be beaten until Roger Federer arrived on the tour. The Swiss maestro marked eight Wimbledon triumphs as he extended his Grand Slam tally to 20. However, Rafael Nadal surpassed Federer in terms of major accolades, as he won 22 Grand Slams, including his remarkable 14 French Open titles.

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While talking about another tennis great, Novak Djokovic, who is also part of the ‘Big 3,’ Paes said, “And then out comes Djokovic, this Serbian boy who is a great athlete with a phenomenal mind—for me, by far the greatest of all time.”

Federer and Nadal had to take a back seat as the Indian tennis legend named the Serb as ‘the greatest of all time’ on the tennis circuit. In doing so, Paes also revealed the reason behind his major assertion about the current number 1 player.

Leander Paes on why Djokovic is the ‘GOAT’

In the same interview, the Hall of Famer talked about a ‘history books’ narrative as he settled the ‘GOAT’ debate. Paes said, “Why? Because the history books show that. He has won 24 Grand Slams and counting… it doesn’t look like he’s stopping. This is insane. “

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After labeling Djokovic as the ‘greatest of all time,’ the Indian tennis legend reminded everyone how the Serb has amassed a phenomenal 24 Grand Slam titles. Paes further suggested that Djokovic has the potential to win more major titles despite being in the twilight of his competitive journey.

What do you think of the Hall of Famer labeling Djokovic as the ‘GOAT’ on the men’s tour? Let us know in the comments section.

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