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10 lesser-known facts about Roger Federer

Roger Federer turned pro in 1998 and retired from tennis at the 2022 Laver Cup with numerous records and achievements. Roger is one of the most famous personalities in the sporting world. However, there are a lot of interesting things…

When an intruder scared Roger Federer at the 2009 French Open

It was the final of the 2009 French Open and Roger Federer was up against Robin Soderling when an intruder made an unwanted entry in the court.  The intruder identified himself as ‘Jimmy Jump’ and was dressed in Swiss colors.…

Novak Djokovic ex-coach feels that two records will remain unattainable

Novak Djokovic’s former coach Nikola Pilic said in an interview that two of all the tennis records will remain unattainable.  According to Novak Djokovic, he had one of the best years if not the best year in 2023 winning three…

Roger Federer reacts to a video of his kindness to a ball kid at the 2011 French Open final

A video resurfaced online in which Kenza Del recounted her memories as a ball kid at the 2011 French Open final and his gratitude towards her. Roger Federer defeated Novak Djokovic in the semifinal only to face Rafael Nadal in…

“It p**sed me off”, Novak Djokovic slams Rafael Nadal for intimidating him in the pre-match.

Novak Djokovic sheds light on an incident with Spanish rival Rafael Nadal that made him feel uncomfortable and intimidated. Fewer rivalries have created as many iconic moments and matches as the Nadal and Novak one has. Throughout men’s singles tennis…

“When you lose seven times, that stays in your mind, no?” Rafael Nadal fights his demons to win the 2012 Roland Garros against Novak Djokovic

Rafael Nadal faced his Serbian rival Novak Djokovic in the finals of the 2012 French Open and took revenge for his Australian Open loss. The hype surrounding this match was something else. These two had been dueling each other for…

“Last year Djokovic, not the best Novak Djokovic, won it, and Rafael Nadal on clay is better than him”, Uncle Toni confident of his nephew’s victory at the French Open 2024

Rafael Nadal’s uncle and former coach, Toni Nadal, made a big statement on Thursday, proclaiming that a fit Rafa has a better chance of winning the French Open than current champion Novak Djokovic. Rafael Nadal returned to on-court action in…

“We want to destroy each other”, Daniil Medvedev declares war against peers ahead of the 2024 season

Daniil Medvedev, the current World No 3 is famous for dropping epic one-liners and savage comments on the field. He’s notorious for calling out players, referees, fans, and even match organizers. The Russian has done it once again, this time…

“I think when you put Rafa Nadal and Roland Garros in the same sentence, Rafa is just the favorite” – Tim Henman feels that Rafael Nadal will make a huge impact at the Roland Garros next year

Tim Henman has high expectations from Rafael Nadal at the Rolland Garros as he will make his highly anticipated return next year. Rafael Nadal was out of action for the entire season of 2023 after suffering an injury at the…

“He’s getting older” – Alex Corretja is doubtful of Novak Djokovic’s Golden Slam owing to his age

Alex Corretja feels that it will be surprising for him to see World No.1 Novak Djokovic winning a Golden Slam next year The Paris Olympics next year will give the players a chance to win a Golden Slam. Players like…