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Novak Djokovic received congratulations from around the world after he won his record-breaking 24th Grand Slam. The entire world was posting their wishes for the Djoker, but two significant names in the ATP Tour have remained silent. It is none other than two of his ‘Big Four’ rivals, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Despite their silence, the fourth member of the ‘Big Four’, Andy Murray, spoke highly of him in a recent interview. Although absent from praising the Serb, Federer did congratulate another US Open winner quickly. 

Andy Murray wishes Novak Djokovic as Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have gone mum

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After his historic win in the US Open, Djokovic was lauded by everyone who followed sports or participated in sports. But Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have remained silent on the matter. Two of his biggest rivals have not congratulated him on social media so far. Many are left wondering why his two archrivals have not congratulated the Serbinator. Other athletes are sharing their praises left and right, which only makes fans wonder more.

Despite their silence, Andy Murray was sure to congratulate him for his accomplishment. He said that after Wimbledon, people believed the guard had changed, but he knew it wasn’t the case. 

He further said, “He’s an amazing player Alcaraz, he’s brilliant, but to do what Novak is doing on a consistent basis is different. It’s not the same as doing it for 15-20 weeks a year like Novak is doing, every time he steps on the court. I do think that Alcaraz will soon get to that level but I don’t think this is going to be the last time that Novak wins a Grand Slam.”

While Murray is still talking highly of someone he used to play regularly, two of their frequent opponents have not voiced their thoughts on the matter. 

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Federer was front and center when Coco Gauff won her biggest match. He was elated at her win and went on to call her win inspirational. His praise for Gauff only brings into question his silence about his former archrival.

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Federer lauds Gauff after she emulates Serena Williams

Although he was silent when it came to the Serbian player, Federer was quick to congratulate Coco Gauff after her US Open win. After her win, he wrote that he had been following her for years and he was glad to see her hard work paying off. Even before Federer’s acknowledgment, it was considered a significant victory as Gauff became only the second American teenager to win a Grand Slam.

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The first was none other than the ‘Queen of the Court, Serena Williams. Meka achieved the feat as a 17-year-old in 1999. It was indeed a historic moment, but what about Fedal’s silence on Djokovic’s record-breaking win? What do you think of the situation? Tell us in the comments!

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