The umpteenth triumph of Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros, who enabled him to set the 20th Grand Slam record of his eternal rival Roger Federer Reaching out has restarted the debate about the greatest of all time.
World number 1 Novak Djokovic is still with 17 majors and finished the season at the top of the ATP rankings for the sixth time in his career (like Pete Sampras). Thanks to the new ranking system triggered by the global pandemic, the Serbian phenomenon has guaranteed a real chance to break Federer’s record for weeks at the top of the world rankings.
On the occasion of the 15th edition of the ‘Laureus Sports Awards’ Monica Seles their opinion on the GOAT race. Seles was one of the great dominans in women’s tennis in the 90s and made headlines as early as 1990 when she became the youngest Roland Garros winner by beating Steffi Graf (only 16 years old).
During her career, Monica has won nine Grand Slam titles. Seles regularly contributes to the development of the “Laureus Sport for Good” foundation. A global charity that uses the influence of sport to help young people fight violence and discrimination in general.
Monica Seles: “Here is my opinion on the GOAT”
“The biggest ever? I think ultimately he will be the one who stays healthy the longest. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have a completely different style.
I think it’s just great for the youngsters to see that there is no way to become a champion “- said Seles. Nadal recently commented on Federer’s return in 2021:” I don’t know how much longer he’ll play.
I think it’s good for tennis that Federer comes back with fighting spirit and resumes our rivalry. We made this sport a lot bigger than I’ve seen it personally. ”
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