“I Answer No” – Rafael Nadal Does Not Want Novak Djokovic to Win More Slams
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The three-way race between Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to be tennis’s all-time leading Grand Slam winner is on and has never been closer. With Djokovic’s latest victory at the Australian Open 2020, Nadal admits that he does not want his arch-rival to win more majors.
The Spaniard currently holds 19 Grand Slam titles, with Djokovic two behind on 17. The two trail behind Roger Federer (20). However, there is still a prolonged contest between the three as the finishing line looks out of sight till now.
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“This is the reality of the competition”: Rafael Nadal
Earlier, the Mallorcan had revealed that he was rooting for Dominic Thiem against Djokovic at the Australian Open 2020 finals.
“I have a good relationship with Dominic as I also have with Djokovic,” said Nadal during an interview at the Mexican Open 2020, explaining his comments following the Australian Open final.
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“But the reality is that if you ask me if I prefer Djokovic to have more ‘Grand Slam’ than me? Well, I answer no. Therefore, if I have to choose to win one or the other, I choose the other, “ he added.
The Spaniard feels it is a purely professional issue. And he does not hide from saying that because he thinks that if anyone asks Novak who prefers to win Roland Garros, he’ll tell them Dominic.
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“This is the reality of the competition and it’s not going against anyone or a strange motive, ” he concluded.
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Nadal and Djokovic competing for World No.1
Nadal is also challenging Djokovic for the World No.1 ranking again this week. In order to be back on the top, the two-time champion needs to win the Mexican Open 2020. On the other hand, Djokovic will have to at least qualify for the semi-final of the Dubai Duty-Free Tennis Championships 2020.
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