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On This Day 20 Years Ago: Roger Federer achieved this milestone for the first time

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It came after a 12-month period that saw him win 80 matches and eight titles, including his first two majors.

He had already clinched it a few days earlier, but on February 2nd, 2004, exactly 20 years ago to this day, Roger Federer ascended to No. 1 on the ATP rankings for the first time.

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The 12-month period that led him to No. 1 was incredible—he won 80 matches and eight titles, including his first two majors at Wimbledon and the Australian Open, as well as the ATP Finals.

It was Federer’s semifinal victory at the 2004 Australian Open, over Juan Carlos Ferrero, that would clinch his rise to the top spot the Monday after the tournament—but he went on to win the title anyway, too, defeating Marat Safin in straight sets in the final.

Federer clinched his rise to No. 1 with a 6-4, 6-1, 6-4 semifinal victory over Juan Carlos Ferrero at the 2004 Australian Open, before defeating Marat Safin in the final, 7-6 (3), 6-4, 6-2.

He was asked after his semifinal win if he was relieved to finally reach No. 1, after having come close in the latter half of 2003.

“Relief for me was Wimbledon,” he said. “No. 1, it’s something I’ve been close to the last few months. I could never take my chance. I tried everything at the Masters but, you know, wasn’t good enough. But I put myself in a good spot for the Australian Open.

“I’m happy to have had a great start now to the season, and to finally be No. 1. And it does make me feel really strange.”

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And after a 2003 season that saw the ATP No. 1 ranking change hands five times between four different players, Federer was also asked if he thought it would shift around in 2004, too.

“I hope not. I don’t hope it’s going to change so quickly,” he said. “Just getting used to the situation. We’ll see how I handle it.”

Not only did Federer end up staying at No. 1 the entire rest of the year in 2004, but he stayed there the entire year in 2005… and 2006… and 2007… and for more than half of 2008, before Rafael Nadal finally took over on August 18th, 2008.

Federer’s 237 straight weeks at No. 1 between February 2nd, 2004 and August 17th, 2008 is the longest consecutive streak of weeks at No. 1 in either ATP or WTA rankings history.

Federer’s 237-week reign at No. 1 is still the longest consecutive streak at No. 1 in either ATP or WTA rankings history.

LONGEST CONSECUTIVE REIGNS AT NO. 1 (ATP or WTA rankings history, since 1973 and 1975):
237 weeks: Roger Federer [2004-2008]
186 weeks: Steffi Graf [1987-1991]
186 weeks: Serena Williams [2013-2016]
160 weeks: Jimmy Connors [1974-1977]
157 weeks: Ivan Lendl [1985-1988]
156 weeks: Martina Navratilova [1982-1985]
122 weeks: Novak Djokovic [2014-2016]
114 weeks: Ashleigh Barty [2019-2022]
113 weeks: Chris Evert [1976-1978]
102 weeks: Pete Sampras [1996-1998]

In terms of total career weeks at No. 1 in ATP or WTA rankings history, Federer ranks fifth with 310, after Djokovic (410 and counting), Graf (377), Navratilova (332) and Serena (319).

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Roger Federer’s financial ace: A breakdown of his earnings and networth

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Roger Federer, often hailed as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, has not only made his mark with his impeccable on-court performances but also with his substantial earnings from both tennis and endorsements.

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Roger Federer’s earnings from tennis alone paint a picture of his extraordinary success and longevity in the sport. His career prize money totals an impressive $130.6 million, a sum accumulated since turning professional in 1998. This figure places him among the highest earners in tennis history.

Federer’s on-court earnings reflect his consistent performance at the highest levels of the game, including a record 20 Grand Slam singles titles and 103 ATP singles titles. His earnings from tennis, while substantial, represent just a fraction of his overall income, underscoring the lucrative nature of his off-court endeavors as well. Federer’s prize money earnings are a testament to his dominance in the sport over two decades, contributing significantly to his overall financial portfolio.

Endorsements and Brand Deals:
Federer’s prowess extends beyond the court into the realm of endorsements and brand deals. He has earned approximately $1 billion from endorsements, appearances, and other business endeavors. A significant highlight includes his apparel deal with Uniqlo, valued at $300 million over ten years, and a previous deal with Nike worth about $150 million over two decades. Other notable endorsements include Credit Suisse, Lindt, Mercedes, and Rolex.

Net Worth:

Roger Federer
As of 2024, Federer’s career earnings, before taxes and agents’ fees, total an astounding $1.1 billion, making him one of the most financially successful athletes in history.
Roger Federer’s career serves as a testament to not only sporting greatness but also financial acumen. His ability to blend on-court success with off-court business savvy has positioned him uniquely among the world’s highest-paid athletes.

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How much was the Rafael Nadal’s racket from 2007 French Open, where he beat Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer sold at auction?

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Rafael Nadal’s 2007 French Open-winning racket, Babolat AeroPro Drive, was recently sold at an online auction for $118,206. It has become the third most valuable racket after the Babolat Pure Aero from his 2022 Australian Open-winning run ($139,700) and Billie Jean King’s ‘Battle of the Sexes’ racket ($125,000).

Since turning pro in 2001, Nadal has always used Babolat as his go-to racket. The Spaniard’s most famous racket was the Babolat AeroPro Drive, which he employed from 2005 to 2015. The specs and design of the racket ensured that he could heave through balls with loads of topspin, contributing to his dominance on clay courts.

The 2007 edition of the French Open saw the 22-time Grand Slam winner in tenacious form, as he dropped only one set en route his third title in Paris. He defeated Novak Djokovic in the semifinals in straight sets before getting the better of Roger Federer in four sets in the final.

With such big names on his list of vanquished opponents, it was hardly surprising that Rafael Nadal’s Babolat AeroPro Drive racket fetched $118,206 at the Prestige Memorabilia’s The Tennis Auction. The racket was showcased at the Australian Tennis Museum before going under the hammer on January 29, as per Marca.

For academic purposes, here is a table listing the players that the Spaniard beat during Roland Garros in 2007:

Rafael Nadal’s 2007 Babolat racket more valuable than Novak Djokovic’s 2016 Roland Garros-winning Head

Novak Djokovic’s 2016 French Open-winning Head Speed Graphene Touch PT113B was also sold at an auction nearly two months ago. The Serb’s racket raked in $107,482, which is about $10,000 less than the price at which his archrival’s Babolat racket from 2007 was sold this week.

Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal at the 2016 Shanghai Rolex Masters
ovak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal at the 2016 Shanghai Rolex Masters

Novak Djokovic’s campaign for his maiden Roland Garros title saw him beat top players such as Roberto Bautista Agut, Tomas Berdych, Dominic Thiem and Andy Murray.

Billie Jean King’s Wilson racket from her famous 1973 ‘Battle of the Sexes’ encounter against Bobby Riggs remains the second most expensive racket to date, fetching a price tag of $125,000 at New York’s Bonhams auction house. The American is one of the greatest players in history, having won 12 Grand Slam titles in singles, 16 in women’s doubles, and 11 in mixed doubles.

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New Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal rivalry kicks off as Wimbledon icon makes bold call

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Tennis could have a new Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-style rivalry

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will fight for future Grand Slams in a new rivalry like Federer against Nadal, a former Wimbledon champion has claimed. The Italian claimed his first Major title at the Australian Open at the age of 22. And the world No.4 was immediately congratulated on social media by his friend and double Grand Slam winner Alcaraz – the only other man under 25 to have won a Major.

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A new rivalry like Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal could be breaking through

Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal enjoyed a decade-long battle at the top of the rankings until Novak Djokovic overtook them both. And the Serb, who turns 37 in May, insisted he still has the drive to add to his male record haul of 24 Grand Slam singles titles.

But the future is the next generation with Alcaraz only 20. And Aussie legend Lleyton Hewitt, who won Wimbledon in 2002, said: “I think this is going to be one of the great rivalries moving forward, the Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry. Potentially like the Roger-Rafa one we saw for so many years as well. And it’s intriguing. Both game styles are slightly different, their upbringings are different as well, so I’m really excited. I think tennis needs these new guys coming through.”

The two-time Major champion added: “There’s been plenty of talk about Sinner for three or four years, that he’s a possible Grand Slam champion and world No.1 but Alcaraz came out of nowhere and really took that from him. I think that really spurred Jannik on to try and find a way to be able to win these titles.”

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Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open title

Asked if Sinner had been spurred on by Alcaraz, the Italian’s coach Darren Cahill said: “Hell, yeah! Absolutely. There’s no question seeing the young players come through and having success drives each and every one of them. Carlos has trail blazed for a lot of young players. We’re thankful for that.”

“I do think Jannik can become a superstar. I think this sport at the moment has a few superstars. I think Carlos is very similar to Jannik in both the way they play with the excitement level they bring to the game, and their personalities and their likability. Both guys are incredibly alike off the court. They both like each other. They both have a friendly rivalry.”

Sinner, who has strong family support like the Spaniard, said: “Obviously I’m really happy about what Carlos has done and what he is doing. When we play, it’s always a good matchup, but at the moment we also have to say that he is further than I am.”

The Italian leads their head-to-head encounters 4-3 and his performances Down Under showed he has made big progress in his game since losing the Wimbledon semi-final.

Adriano Panatta, the last Italian male Grand Slam winner at the 1976 French Open, told Gazzetta dello Sport: “Sinner has done crazy things in Melbourne. What will happen now? He will now win a lot more Slams. I am sure that he is now the best player in the world. Forget the rankings. In the last three months, he has made a great leap forward and he seems like a different player. He has become a man.”

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Despite Brutal Backlash from Iga Swiatek Fans, Roger Federer-Backed Brand Turns Boastful Over Its Australian Open Creation

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Swiss sports brand On proudly shared their happiness as they sponsored the on-court outfits of the world’s number-one WTA star, Iga Swiatek. Now Swiatek’s outfit from the same brand received much flak during her match in the first round of the Australian Open 2024 tournament. However, keeping that aside, this Swiss brand is still raising its support for the Polish tennis prodigy.

Tennis legend Roger Federer has been an investor in this brand since 2019. Till last year, Swiatek had ‘Asics’ as her outfit sponsor, and after that, she shifted to ‘On’. In fact, On’s list of notable sponsors also showcases America’s rising star, Ben Shelton.

Sports brand On has continued to support Polish Iga Swiatek in the ongoing Australian Open
Recently, the official Instagram page of ‘On’ shared an on-court moment from Iga Swiatek’s match. Sharing the photo, they added- “Starting the season in pink while winning her 17th consecutive match.” Along with the caption, ‘On’ added a pink heart and sparkle emojis for the Polish tennis star to congratulate her on her recent success.

On also came forward in support of Swiatek when fans criticized her white outfit. The brand said that Swiatek’s all-white outfit is to protect her from the scorching heat of Melbourne. Recently ATP star Jack Draper threw up after winning his match against Marcos Giron. This caused alarming anxiety among players and fans about their health and performance.

On’s support for Iga Swiatek is truly impressive. Despite fans’ criticism, players need comfort while playing for hours in the Melbourne sun. However, what was this outfit controversy all about?

Why did fans get angry with Iga Swiatek during her match at the Australian Open’s first round?
Swiatek donned an all-white outfit, which stirred the controversy among fans. While most tennis tournaments have their official dress code, the Australian Open committee doesn’t offer such guidelines. Now Swiatek’s all-white outfit received criticism as fans said Swiatek thinks of all tournaments as Wimbledon. However, the Polish tennis star still kept her head high and won against Sofia Kenin.

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Roger Federer’s partly-owned brand On’s support for Iga Swiatek surely made fans understand that this brand truly respects their associate sports entities. Such an attitude also expressed On’s dedication to helping players with comfortable and resourceful sports gear. However, Swiatek’s fans should also be a little considerate about players’ stress during such warm Melbourne weather. What do you think?

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Ten-times markup on Roger Federer’s On sneakers cause stir in Switzerland

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For the model called ‘The Roger Advantage’, On reportedly pays 17.86 Swiss francs ($20.50) to the manufacturers in Vietnam, and sells them online for 190 francs ($218)

The profit margins of On’s running shoes are causing a stir in their Swiss homeland over the difference between their sales price in Switzerland and the production cost in Vietnam.

Ten-times markup on Roger Federer's On sneakers cause stir in Switzerland

The Swiss consumer magazine K-Tipp published a study last week which looked at customs data for 30 On products, comparing the figures seen there with the price in Switzerland.

For the model called “The Roger Advantage”, co-created with the Swiss tennis star Roger Federer, On pays 17.86 Swiss francs ($20.50) to the manufacturers in Vietnam, and sells them online for 190 francs ($218), the magazine said.

K-Tipp said that while high markups are common for sports shoes, On’s profit margin was much higher than that of rivals like Adidas and Puma.

Popular with athletes, On was listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2021 and counts Federer among shareholders.

The company — which had a turnover of 1.2 billion Swiss francs in 2022 — produces high-performance sports shoes with “run on clouds” soles, according to the brand slogan.

“We do not disclose or comment on commercially sensitive or confidential information,” On told AFP in an email.

“However, we would like to point out that the figures published in the media last week contained inaccurate information.”

K-Tipp’s investigation sparked numerous reactions in Switzerland, where Federer is comfortably the biggest sports star.

“Sustainable management consists of equitably sharing the fruits of value creation,” Oliver Cassen, spokesman for the NGO Public Eye, told AFP.

“If the profit margin of a brand company is so much larger than the margin of shoe factories,” he added, “then the balance is not good”.

Public Eye regularly publishes reports on working conditions in the fashion and clothing industry.

The On brand was created in 2010 by Swiss ironman champion Olivier Bernhard, who developed a shock absorption system with an engineer from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich.

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Rafael Nadal was not afraid to stand up to Roger Federer despite pair’s friendship

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Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal caught up at the Spanish star’s tennis academy recently, but while the two are now great friends, they were also fierce rivals.

Rafael Nadal once had a heated exchange with his biggest rival, Roger Federer, over the packed tennis calendar. This happened at the Australian Open in 2012, despite their long-standing friendship formed through years of on-court battles.

While both dominated men’s singles for nearly two decades alongside Novak Djokovoic, their luck at the Australian Open has been quite different. Before his 2022 victory, Nadal had only won the tournament once in 2009, while Federer clinched the title six times between 2004 and 2018.

Nadal’s frustrations seemed to peak in 2012 when he voiced concerns about the number of games players are expected to play on the ATP Tour, which he believed was affecting their fitness levels. He was particularly annoyed at Federer for not supporting him on this issue, which led to a fiery outburst from Nadal after Federer refused to comment on the matter during a pre-tournament press conference that year.

Clearly upset, he aimed his anger at his long-time rival, criticizing Federer for his perceived indifference. Nadal said: “For him it’s good to say nothing. Everything positive. ‘It’s all well and good for me, I look like a gentleman,’ and the rest can burn themselves.

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“Everyone is entitled to have their own opinions,” he continued, standing firm on his stance. “I love the game and there are a lot of things I’m grateful for. The game has allowed me to lead a fantastic lifestyle. But to finish your career with pain all over your body, is that a positive?”

Answering his own question, Nadal expressed concern for his future health: “No. Maybe [Federer] has got a super body and he’ll finish his career like a rose. Neither myself, nor [Andy] Murray, nor [Novak] Djokovic are going to finish our careers like a rose.

Highlighting the differences between himself, Murray and Djokovic compared to Federer, he took one last swipe at his rival for his lack of support on the issue: “We’re not like him [Federer] where it’s effortless to play. For all of us, it’s a battle.”

As their careers blossomed, it became clear that the initial dispute between the tennis legends was short-lived. They even partnered in the Laver Cup for Federer’s last professional match in 2022 and more recently, Federer was a visitor to Nadal’s academy in Spain.

The once-rival duo who clashed 40 times in thrilling battles atop the men’s game ended their rivalry on a united note.

Speaking about their friendship evolution, Nadal said: “We have never had any big issues and always respected each other and our families too. But our personal relationship has got better and better over the years, and we approach life in a similar way.”

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‘Roger Federer didn’t like the way I was behaving’ – Novak Djokovic opens on early years on tour

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Roger Federer wasn’t a big fan of Novak Djokovic during the early days of his career, according to the 24-time Grand Slam winner himself. Following Djokovic’s third-round triumph at the Australian Open, the Serbian was asked which players he didn’t see eye to eye with when he first joined the tour because of his expressive personality. “I know certainly Federer didn’t like the way I was behaving.”

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Novak Djokovic has revealed that tennis legend Roger Feder “didn’t like the way he was behaving” when the Serbian first joined the professional tour.
Djokovic advanced into the fourth round of the Australian Open after victory over Tomas Martin Etcheverry on Friday, as he seeks a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title.
As the 36-year-old continues his bid to become the sport’s greatest-ever player, he was asked in his latest post-match press conference whether any players gave him advice or criticism because of his big and expressive personality in the early stages of his career.

Djokovic began his professional career in 2003, the beginning of an era Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal began to dominate, and in 2008 won his first Grand Slam to disrupt the pairs’ streak of 11 consecutive majors.
On whether he ever had any confrontations with older players during his early days, Djokovic revealed one name that he didn’t see eye to eye with.
“I know certainly Federer didn’t like the way I was behaving at the beginning,” he said. “I think it didn’t sit with him well. I don’t know about the others.
“I guess I wasn’t the favourite type of guy to some of the top guys because I was not afraid to say that I wanted to be the best player in the world. I was kind of – not kind of – I was confident, and I felt like I had the game to back it up.”

Djokovic and Federer – who won 20 Grand Slam titles – contested a fierce rivalry on the court and faced each other in five major finals, four of which the Serbian won.
Although Djokovic professed his brazen personality back in the day, he insisted he always held every opponent he faced in high regard.
“I never, ever lacked respect,” he said. “Whenever I start a match, before the match or finish the match, I would always greet the opponent, always acknowledge [them].
“Respect is something that I was taught that needs to be present regardless of what is happening.

“Obviously, on the court, a lot of things can happen in a kind of heat of a battle. It was a very long time ago now, 20 years since I made my first debut I think on the professional tour.
“It’s really hard to say who liked me more or less. I think I named one, so I don’t know. I can’t recall others.”

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On whether Djokovic took any criticism on board, he added: “It was fueling me even more. I mean, if I made a mistake, I would admit it and, of course, say I make a mistake, I raise my hand, I apologize or whatever.
“But if the criticism came with no particular reason I think, then I would just keep going the kind of direction that I chose, and that’s it.
“I knew and I know today that you can’t have everyone liking you, who you are, how you play, how you behave, what you talk about. It’s normal. We’re all different. We are all different preferences.

Following his victory over Etcheverry on Friday, Djokovic – who became the only men’s player in the Open Era to appear in more than a century of matches in all four majors – will play Adrian Mannarino for a spot in the quarter-final.
Mannarino edged Ben Shelton in the third round to deny the latter and Djokovic a frosty reunion following the pairs’ meeting at the US Open last year.
Djokovic criticised Shelton for showing a lack of respect, but despite his previous comments said he was in favour of players backing themselves on the biggest stage.
‘As far as Shelton’s level of confidence and coming out, I don’t mind that actually at all,” he said. “I think it’s great.

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“You got to believe. I’m all for that. I support 100% a young player coming out on the court, like Prizmic did the other night against me, and Shelton is doing coming out believing in his capabilities that he can challenge the best players in the world. I don’t dislike that at all.
“But there is obviously some kind of line, non-visible line, of acceptable behaviour I guess towards the other player. If a player steps over that line, then obviously it starts being annoying. That’s when you react or you don’t react, whatever. It just depends.
“But I’m all for young players showing confidence and speaking, always with respect, towards the older guys who are on the tour, but being confident in themselves and their tennis.”

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Federer & Nadal reunite in Mallorca

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Nadal recently made comeback in Brisbane

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal were back together Wednesday.

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The all-time greats reunited at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar. The Spaniard shared news of the visit on social media.

“Great to have you here with me today my friend,” Nadal wrote on Instagram. “Thanks for the visit and hope to see you again very soon 🙏🏻”

Federer and Nadal’s Lexus ATP Head2Head rivalry is legendary. The pair played 40 tour-level matches, with some of the clashes among the best in the sport’s history.

Nadal made his comeback in Brisbane in what he called “a very positive week”. But the 37-year-old was forced to withdraw from the Australian Open due to a micro tear in a muscle.

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Roger Federer ‘could make you feel so bad’ – Nick Kygios on challenges of facing Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic

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Nick Kyrgios was in the Eurosport commentary booth as Novak Djokovic opened his 2024 Australian Open campaign against Dino Prizmic. Kyrgios spoke about the challenges of facing world No. 1 Djokovic and how he compares to legendary rivals Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. Kyrgios also reflected on Nadal’s comeback and why he thinks this is “definitely his last year on the tour”.

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Nick Kyrgios has compared the different challenges of facing Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal – and why he “would have been a Wimbledon champion” if had faced anyone but Djokovic in the 2022 final.
As he took to the Eurosport commentary booth for the first time to watch defending champion Djokovic play at the Australian Open, Kyrgios divulged just what it is like to play the world No. 1 – and how he stacks up against his legendary rivals.
Djokovic holds the record for the most Grand Slams won in the men’s game at 24 – two ahead of Nadal and four clear of the retired Federer.

But despite Djokovic’s obvious Grand Slam success, Kyrgios believes most players would actually prefer to face him than Federer or Nadal.
“Rafa has that big game style and that physicality, big leftie, you know his patterns but you can’t do anything about it. And Roger Federer could make you feel so bad on the court, shrinking the court, taking time away from you, you never feel settled,” the Australian said.
“At least with Novak you know you’re going to have those exchanges, those long gruelling exchanges. You know you’re going to get warm, know you’re going to get into it.
“Then there’s the problem of trying to work out how to beat him, he’s like a ping-pong machine.”
Kyrgios knows full well what it is like to go toe to toe with Djokovic in a Slam, having faced him in the final of Wimbledon in 2022.

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On that day, the Australian managed to win the first set and looked as if he could pull off an upset, only for Djokovic to roar back into the match to take it in four.
“I lost a Grand Slam final against the best to ever do it,” said Kyrgios.
“I joked that if it had been anyone else that day, Nick Kyrgios would have been a Wimbledon champion.”
As for Nadal, he is missing from the field in Melbourne after being forced to pull out with a minor muscle tear, sustained in his first tournament back after taking the vast majority of 2023 off due to a hip injury.
It’s a blow not just for the Spaniard, but for everyone waiting to see if Nadal still had what it takes to compete at the very top of the men’s game.

Kyrgios is currently out with injury having played just once in 2023, and reflected on the challenges Nadal is facing in his comeback.
“That’s the fear with all athletes, you come back and put in the work – and a great champion like Rafa, puts in a year of work, comes back a bit early and then re-aggravates something that’s been keeping him out,” said Kyrgios.

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“Honestly, I hope he stays and plays because we all know how much he means to the sport and how much he entertains when he plays, with his physicality.
“Realistically, I would say this is definitely his last year on the tour and I think his eyes will be set on the French Open and that’s about it.”

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