Former Tennis Star declares “Novak Djokovic will end up with more Grand Slams than Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal”
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The healthy rivalry amongst Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer is thirsted on by many. Whilst many want to find out how the events turn out, nobody wants the trio’s reign to end. Until ‘The Big Three’ keep contending at the level they are, predictions as to who will end up with the most Grand Slam titles will keep rolling in.
Former Italian Tennis player, Paolo Bertolucci has his pick all locked in. He has placed Djokovic ahead of Rafa and Federer in the Major titles race. Currently, Roger and Nadal have 20 Grand Slam titles a piece. On the other hand, Nole stands firm with 17 titles.
Paolo’s take on Nole’s chances and Federer’s comeback
In an interview with Il Mondo Del Forna, Bertolucci stated, “Yes (Djokovic will end up with more Slams), even if he got disqualified from the US Open. The freshest of the three remains (with the best chance).”
While Federer is 39, Rafa and Novak are 34 and 33 years of age respectively. Bertolucci cited their fitness as one of the reasons why he thinks Nole will claim more Slams. However, not ignoring their utter prowess, he added, “I wouldn’t be surprised if they finished in a tie for the Slams.”
Moreover, Paolo didn’t seem very optimistic about Federer’s chances in 2021. “It’s very, very difficult. But it’s also true that for others it would be twice as much (difficult).”
Current World No.5, Federer pulled off an encore when he won two Major titles in 2017 after taking a time-out due to injury. Hence, Paolo isn’t fully counting the Swiss Maestro out just yet. Roger will be seen in action at the Australian Open 2021.
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