‘It took Roger Federer almost his whole career to work Rafael Nadal out’, says former world No 4
"It took somebody as talented as Federer until last couple of years to finally work out how to beat him."
‘Rafael Nadal has more kindness and sympathy than Roger Federer & Novak Djokovic’
Nadal has been hailed by a former pro in the aftermath of his retirement from tennis last month.
Carlos Alcaraz sent warning about emulating Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer
"There are so many other parts to the game. Decision-making, injuries, luck."
Nick Kyrgios creates his ultimate player; picks Djokovic, Nadal, Federer, and himself – twice
Kyrgios also found places for two of his Australian compatriots.
Nick Kyrgios asserts he is better than Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in key area
"I don't know if in the history of tennis anyone has made the finals of Wimbledon without a coach."
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz ‘GOAT’ claims dismissed by ATP stars
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have been saluted for playing better tennis than the 'Big 3' - but that theory has been banished.
The 20 men with the most weeks in the Top 20 of the ATP Rankings: Roger Federer with 1064, Novak Djokovic 3rd
18 players have spent over 500 weeks in the top 20.
Toni Nadal’s intriguing Novak Djokovic revelation in private chat shares Rafael Nadal rivalry insight
"Novak sees the ball like nobody else. He is the only one who attacked Rafa’s forehand."
‘If I had one person to play for my life, it would be Rafael Nadal’, says Wimbledon winner
"He’s very, very special... He just plays like nobody else. His competitiveness, ferociousness."
‘Roger Federer, believe it or not, is my number three’ in GOAT debate says former world No 1
"He was something spectacular, he was Picasso with a tennis racket."
Jannik Sinner’s 2024 season v Roger Federer 2006 v Rafael Nadal 2010 v Novak Djokovic 2015
Comparing Jannik Sinner's incredible 2024 campaign with the Big Three's best-ever individual seasons.
Carlos Alcaraz’s ‘problem’ revealed as Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer coaching idea is raised
"It depends on what he wants: to go for the greatest number of Grand Slam victories?"
‘Zero reason to announce Novak Djokovic-Andy Murray partnership after Rafael Nadal’s farewell’
"Rafa retired this weekend? Should we dominate the headlines at the end of that week?"
‘Rafael Nadal copying Andy Murray’s coaching move is 99.9% impossible’, claims Spanish tennis great
"I don't really see Rafa as a coach or a consultant for anyone."
‘No doubt’ over what role Rafael Nadal will take in two, three years after his retirement, claims former No 1
“I have never seen a guy more pumped watching another team try and win a match... He was just so into it. He loves tennis."
Rafael Nadal & Carlos Alcaraz coaching partnership could help world No 3 in one key area
Mats Wilander believes there is one key area Nadal could help his compatriot.
7 ATP No 1 player-coach pairings: Ft Boris Becker-Novak Djokovic, Ivan Lendl-Andy Murray, Carlos Moya-Rafael Nadal
Will the Murray-Djokovic partnership turn out to be like the Becker-Djokovic one or like the Agassi-Djokovic collab?
‘Tennis turned into an addiction for Rafael Nadal – it was unhealthy’, claims former world No 9
“I think with Rafa you could see when it turns into addiction, when it becomes hurtful for your life."
‘Rafael Nadal’s only downside was also his biggest asset’, says Roger Federer’s ex-coach
"I would look at him and wonder how he didn’t actually have a bigger ego."
Rafael Nadal ‘undoubtedly the best sportsman in Spain’s history’
Rafael Nadal is número uno!
Novak Djokovic reveals his best Rafael Nadal story after rival’s retirement
"He's got many different incredible legacies that he will leave behind him."
Novak Djokovic gives Grand Slam-winning legend ‘huge inspiration’ as the Big 3 are rated
Novak Djokovic and his big rivals Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are a huge source of inspiration to Alfie Hewett.
Jannik Sinner emulates unique Pete Sampras and Rafael Nadal feat with Davis Cup title
The "winning the Davis Cup while sitting at No 1 in the rankings club" has expanded.
Rafael Nadal: Davis Cup organisers defend retirement ceremony amid criticism
Nadal's retirement ceremony on Tuesday has faced criticism from multiple high-profile names.
The 7 men to record 18+ top-10 wins in a season: ft Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Rafael Nadal
Only 6 men have won as many top-10 matches in a season as Sinner has done in 2024.