“His whole persona is built on fakery” — Novak Djokovic’s fans hit out at Roger Federer for not wishing the Serb after his historic French Open victory

Supporters of tennis great Novak Djokovic are bashing Roger Federer for not congratulating the Serb on his historic win at the 2023 French Open.

“His whole persona is built on fakery” — Novak Djokovic’s fans hit out at Roger Federer for not wishing the Serb after his historic French Open victory

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic (Image via: Tennis 365)

There is no hiding the fact that two of the greatest tennis players the world has ever witnessed — Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer — are not friends with each other. It has been clarified by both players on numerous occasions that, though they very much respect each other for what they have given to the sport, the two behemoths are not buddies off the court.

Now, there has been an uproar from Novak Djokovic’s fans. They have lashed out at Roger Federer for not wishing the Serb well publicly after he lifted his record 23rd Grand Slam title at the French Open last week.

Many legends of the game, including Serena Williams, Andy Murray, and many more, sent congratulatory messages to Djokovic after his historic achievement; however, there was no such thing from Federer’s side. And as expected, the internet was quick to point the same out.

Novak Djokovic’s fans have accused Roger Federer of jealousy

The supporters of the Serb have also not forgotten the time when Federer was a senior member of the ATP Council and did nothing to stop Djokovic from getting detained during the 2022 Australian Open over vaccination issues. They claimed that the Swiss Maestro is ‘jealous’ of Djokovic’s astounding achievements.

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic
Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic (Image via The New York Times)

Sharing a wide spectrum of reactions online, here’s what fans have to say. Check out the reactions below:

While it is true that Djokovic and Federer are not friends with each other, leveling accusations against the Swiss star for ‘jealousy’ or being ‘arrogant’ might be a bit too much from the Serb’s fans. Countless times both players have appreciated each other and maintained a high level of respect for each other. Djokovic and Federer have never shied away from praising each other’s on-court performances.

Though Federer may not have publicly wished Djokovic his triumph in Paris last week, it is not necessary that he detests Djokovic or can’t stand the 36-year-old’s humongous success. Federer has been known as the gentleman of the sport for a reason and he doesn’t deserve such kind of harsh words.

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