

Milos Raonic, the Canadian tennis star known for his relentless serves and remarkable strength, recently emerged victorious from his prolonged absence at the Libema Open. It was a euphoric moment for the Laver Cup colleague of Roger Federer, who had ventured through a journey of overcoming major injuries over two long years. In a recent interview, Raonic shed light on the difficulties he faced during his recovery.
Raonic is a name many fans of the prestigious Laver Cup recognize. Raonic’s road to his recent win at the Libema Open, however, was far from easy. Despite the setbacks, Raonic refused to give up and embarked on a rigorous rehabilitation program. His drive to return to the sport he loved pushed him through the arduous recovery process and ultimately resulted in his triumphant return.
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Milos Raonic shares details about his inspiring comeback journey
As Raonic stepped onto the court at the Libema Open, a mixture of emotions washed over him. It had been a long time since he’d performed in front of an audience. Despite the pressure, the sheer force of the roaring support from the spectators was undeniable; providing the Canadian powerhouse with an extra sense of motivation. His determined gaze was fixated on recapturing his previous success on the court.
According to the Tennis Letter’s recent tweet, Raonic shared details on his comeback. Raonic said, “I didn’t get to hit a single tennis ball for a full year, now I get to play in front of a bunch of people..”
Milos Raonic on his comeback: “I didn’t get to hit a single tennis ball for a full year, now I get to play in front of a bunch of people. It was pretty nerve-wracking, I forgot that feeling. To be honest with you it might’ve been a bit easier if I played in front of nobody today” pic.twitter.com/kfJh88e0Ps
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) June 13, 2023
Raonic’s journey to his recent victory in the Libema Open was no easy feat. After being marred by Achilles tendon and toe injuries, he was forced to go an entire year without playing a single game of tennis, his greatest passion. Such a trying time weighed heavily on both his mental and physical state of well-being.
He also added, “It was pretty nerve-wracking, I forgot that feeling. To be honest with you it might’ve been a bit easier if I played in front of nobody today.”
Raonic’s win brings with it a special significance as the preamble to the most prestigious tournament of tennis – Wimbledon. Raonic aims to strike out and make a powerful presence at the renowned Grand Slam event. Nevertheless, Raonic persevered and refused to succumb to these setbacks. His ambition to return to the court propelled him through this arduous and tedious journey. The tennis ace prepares to reassert himself at Wimbledon.
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Raonic once shared his perspective on the G.O.A.T. Debate among tennis legends
In 2020, Canadian player Milos Raonic weighed in on the G.O.A.T. debate and discussed the renowned trio of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic, known as the ‘Big Three.’ Raonic had acknowledged the difficulty of choosing the greatest, appreciating the privilege of witnessing these exceptional players in the same era.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 29: Milos Raonic of Canada shows his dejection during his Gentlemen’s Singles second round match against Sam Querrey of USA on day five of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on June 29, 2012, in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)
Raonic emphasized that the G.O.A.T. determination encompasses more than just Grand Slams. Overall, there are numerous considerations before settling the debate.
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