WATCH: Novak Djokovic admits Rafael Nadal was the GOAT who put Spaniard ahead of Roger Federer as old video resurfaces

Novak Djokovic, rafael nadaland Roger Federer It has long been debated which of these three is the GOAT, the Greatest of All Time. The trio are the only players to have won at least 20 Grand Slam titles on the ATP Tour, and the next best player among active players Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka tied in 3 majors each.

Nadal currently tops the pack with 22 Grand Slam titles to his name, closely following Djokovic with 21 titles. Federer became the first person to win 20 majors, but failed to add another to his name before withdrawing from the game in September of this year. Nadal was the first to draw and outshine Federer, and Djokovic followed shortly after winning 4 of his last 8 Grand Slam events.

Djokovic, Nadal and Federer avoided the GOAT debate as much as possible. After leaving the Tour to be referred to as the Big-3, they have mutual admiration and respect for each other and have shown this many times, both on and off the court.

But in the 2011 season, 23-year-old Djokovic surprised everyone. The Serbian had won 2 majors by then but has yet to reach the World No. 1 position. after winning 2011 Australian OpenDjokovic defeated Nadal in the final. 2011 Indian Wells Masters and miami masters in order to completeSunlight Double‘. Djokovic would also go on to win Wimbledon and the US Open that year.

At the presentation ceremony at Indian Wells, Djokovic showed humility despite winning the title and continued to call Nadal ‘GOAT’. Here’s what Djokovic said: “It’s a pleasure playing against you. You are a great champion and for me the greatest player ever.”

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Djokovic is 35 and Nadal is 36, and yet the two of them together have won 3 of 4 majors this year. Djokovic also continued to win. 2022 ATP Finals, the 6th trophy lift at the event once again proved its pedigree. Djokovic was unfortunate to be humiliatedly kicked out of Australia this year, but overcame everything to make a brilliant comeback by winning 5 titles in the second half of the season.

Djokovic was a 3-time defensive champion this year before he was deported. He definitely opened the lottery and nadal He wouldn’t miss such a chance. While the Serbian is once again authorized to play in Australia, 2023 Australian Open It looks like it will be an exciting relationship as Nadal will be the defending champion.

Djokovic he will be watching this year’s revenge and his 10th Australian Open title, which could put him on par with Nadal in 22 majors each. Djokovic also lost his World No. 1 spot, which he could reclaim next year, as he is a Grand Slam worth 2000 points, or points from the current World No. carlos alcaraz.

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