Tennis player John Lloyd was critical of the Spanish and Swiss, and highlighted Nole’s commitment to fighting for titles and records.
the discussion about who is the best tennis player in history does not stop. Many fans and sports savants are on top of it all Roger Federerothers pay tribute Rafael Nadal or also to Novak Djkovicthat was a few days ago He won his 23rd Grand Slam and went down in history.
In the last few hours John Lloydwho was the first British player to reach the GM final (the Australian Open in 1977) he set aside the virtues of tennis and focused on fighting for records. In the same line, He made sure Nole was more honest than his two great rivals when it came to openly talking about beating personal records.
“I love Novak who said he was chasing the record and it meant a lot to him. Rafa and Roger, who I admire, always said they didn’t worry about the record. I don’t believe them. Novak is the only one who is telling the truth.”Lloyd noticed.
And, although he made it clear that Rafa and Roger were more famous, he continued to praise the Serb’s career: “When people look back, they’ll realize how great he was and what an extraordinary journey he’s had.”
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“I think what Novak did was incredible. Honestly, a victory like that is a good thing for tennis, a good thing for the sport in general. It’s great when tennis writes its own history and keep adding things like we’ve seen lately Serena Williams, Rafa Nadal, me and now Novak Djokovic. It’s a great moment for tennis and for all the fans, but also for the players ”said the Swiss tennis player in the context of the reopening of several tennis courts at Bostall Gardens.
In addition, he highlighted the success achieved by the Serbs and said: “I remember when I was on tour Pete Sampras had 14 Grand Slams, most of us thought that record would stand forever. Then 15, then 17, until I pushed myself at 20. Then Rafa took it to 22 and now with Novak is 23. It looks like it will last, which is great, I wish him all the best in what comes next.”
How about the Grand Slam winners table?
- Novak Djokovic: 23
- Rafael Nadal: 22
- Roger Federer: 20
- Pete Sampras: 14
- Roy Emerson: 12
- Rod Laver: 11
- Björn Borg: 11
Source: Tycsports
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