Novak Djokovic managed to break the domination of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, defeating his eternal rivals several times and also breaking several records from him. The Serbian phenomenon does not enjoy the same popularity as the Swiss and the Spanish, but the results he has achieved in the last decade place him among the best ever. The 35-year-old from Belgrade is on the hunt for his seventh title at Wimbledon, which would allow him to close the gap to Nadal in the all-time Grand Slam standings. The Majorcan won at the Australian Open and Roland Garros this year, overcoming the pain in his foot and leaving everyone speechless. Nadal, Djokovic and Federer met last Sunday in Wimbledon to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the legendary Center Court. The 40-year-old from Basel has expressed his desire to return to the most famous pitch in the world as a player, while Nole and Rafa are still on the crest of the wave. Speaking to Eurosport, Mats Wilander expressed some considerations on the rivalry between the Big 3.
Mats Wilander on the Big 3Rafael Nadal recently spoke about his relationship with Roger Federer, whom he reunited with on Sunday at the Center Court 100th anniversary ceremony. The man with 22 Grand Slam titles considered the Swiss maestro “probably his biggest rival”. Remarks on which Mats Wilander, consultant Eurosport UK wanted to return. “Nadal was the first to really challenge Roger and they had this incredible rivalry for a few years. Then, of course, Novak Djokovic came along and he was probably Rafa's toughest opponent. And, speaking from personal experience, a rivalry isn't necessarily against the player you've played the most in the biggest games. He's a player you like to play against. So I fully understand what he is saying; it must be crazy fun to play against Roger Federer if you feel you have a chance to win,” explained the seven-time Grand Slam champion. Novak Djokovic has refused to speculate about what lies ahead for him after Wimbledon following his thrilling five-set victory over Jannik Sinner on Tuesday to reach the semifinals. "I wouldn't say that I have a completely new motivation due to the circumstances," said Djokovic. "I always feel very motivated to show my best tennis at the Grand Slams, especially here, which is probably the most important tournament in the history of our sport." Roger Federer has been on a hiatus for almost a year because of his knee surgery. This surgery had kept the player off the court from last year’s Wimbledon.
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