‘One Who Has Done Higher Things’: Uncle Toni Picks the GOAT Amongst Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic
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There is often a debate about the ‘GOAT’ amongst the ‘Big Three’ in tennis. While Roger Federer has enthralled the tennis fans on the grass courts, Rafael Nadal is known as the ‘King of Clay’. Further, Novak Djokovic has stamped his authority on the hard courts. The three players have dominated the sport for around 20 years now.
Many fellow players and tennis greats have expressed their opinions on this ‘GOAT’ debate. While some have picked Federer over the other two, some have sided with Nadal and Djokovic. Further, it might seem that the Spaniard may have put an end to this debate by winning his 21st Grand Slam title. However, his uncle and former coach Toni Nadal had a different opinion.
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Toni Nadal addresses the ‘GOAT’ debate amongst Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic
Nadal’s former coach was asked about who could be the best tennis player in history. He said, “It is very difficult today to say who is the best, if the one who manages to play at the highest level, the who has the world record at stake, or who wins the most titles.”
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Further, he added, “If my nephew hadn’t been injured so much he would have been the best but I think there is very little difference with Federer or Djokovic.” Although, he admitted, “Federer is probably the one who has done higher things.” [h/t gustavosylvestre.com]
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(Quotes have been translated using Google Translate)
Federer initiated the dominance of the ‘Big Three’ in tennis. Moreover, it was a healthy rivalry among the three, as fans witnessed some unforgettable matches. Which is your favorite match involving the ‘Big Three’? Let us know in the comments below.
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