Roger Federer’s former coach confirms a new Big-3 will be at the top soon while naming his contenders led by Carlos Alcaraz

Ivan Ljubicic has made bold predictions for the future of men's tennis.

Roger Federer’s former coach confirms a new Big-3 will be at the top soon while naming his contenders led by Carlos Alcaraz

From left: Ivan Ljubicic, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Holger Rune (Image via user generated content)

As a regular contributor to Sky Italia’s tennis coverage, Ivan Ljubicic openly gives his thoughts on the young players making waves in the tennis world. During a discussion about the improvement of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, Ljubicic admitted that being surrounded by enthusiastic Italian supporters made it difficult for him to remain objective, especially given Sinner’s ethnicity.

Boris Becker, who worked alongside Ljubicic at Wimbledon, also chimed in, saying that Carlos Alcaraz had demonstrated more significant growth in the past year. Ljubicic, on the other hand, underlined that Sinner’s path to the top would be more steady. He implied that each player’s path would be unique and should be honored accordingly.

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“It’s okay. Five years from now, most likely Alcaraz, Sinner, and Rune will be one, two, and three, with Medvedev probably still around, you know, making their lives tough. Maybe some guys will, you know, surprise us. But this is what it feels like at the moment,” Ljubicic said.

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While fans and commentators anxiously await the arrival of this new ‘Big-3‘ Ljubicic acknowledges the existence of Daniil Medvedev. The Russian talent has continually pushed the established elite, skills will definitely help shape the future landscape of men’s tennis.

As the sport prepares for the next generation’s rise, the combination of Alcaraz, Sinner, Rune, and Medvedev is sure to produce intriguing rivalries and captivating matches on the world’s largest stages.

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The rising trio set to claim ‘Big 3’ status in men’s tennis

Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Holger Rune
Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Holger Rune (Credit: De Standaard)

Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, and Holger Rune have emerged as the fearsome trio ready to seize the coveted “Big 3” position for men’s tennis. These rising stars are reshaping the landscape of the sport and captivating the imagination of tennis fans worldwide with their talent, determination, and achievements.

The 20-year-old Spanish phenom Alcaraz has been an unstoppable force on the ATP Tour, attracting attention with his explosive game and bold on-court approach. His meteoric ascension up the rankings has been nothing short of astounding, earning parallels to some of the sport’s greatest. He has quickly become a player to watch, with victories over top-ranked opponents and a will to succeed.

The 21-year-old Italian, Jannik Sinner, has already established himself as a force to be reckoned with. His poised and mature style of play belies his age. His results have seen him reach key ATP milestones. Sinner has established himself as a formidable threat to the established elite.

The newest addition to the trio of emerging stars is Holger Rune, a 20-year-old Danish. Rune’s move to the professional circuit has been smooth, thanks to a strong junior career and an electric playing style. His raw talent has piqued the interest of fans and analysts alike, earning him a spot among the sport’s talent.

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