In a recent interview with SDNA, rising tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas spoke of his determination to challenge top players, especially Novak Djokovic, who recently won the French Open title and is one of the biggest contenders at SW19. However, Tsitsipas’ comments took an unexpected turn when he discussed Rafael Nadal’s achievements, drawing mostly negative reactions from tennis fans on the internet
While Tsitsipas emphasized Djokovic’s specific routines, his comments about Nadal?s career have sparked backlash and heated debate within the tennis community
Tsitsipas’ admiration for Djokovic’s consistency and his awkward stance on Nadal
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In the interview, Tsitsipas confessed his strong need to compete and beat Novak Djokovic. “Somehow he has it! It makes me stubborn, the truth is. And I want like crazy to be able to win him back and show that I am capable of doing something,” Tsitsipas admitted. He admired Djokovic?s ability to consistently perform at such a high level even after putting his body through incredible stress.
When asked about Rafael Nadal’s methods, Tsitsipas was more cautious. While avoiding negative comments, he did note Nadal’s different routines had affected his performance. “I don’t want to say any bad things about Nadal, but he has different routines that have cost him his career with injuries,” Tsitsipas revealed. He admitted that he carefully studied Djokovic’s practices, including his diet and recovery techniques, to gain insights and improve his own game.
Stefanos Tsitsipas on Nadal & Djokovic:
“I don't want to say anything bad about Rafa, but he has different routines that have cost him his career with injuries.. Novak has avoided it, his diet is the most incredible in tennis, his recovery is the most advanced I’ve seen” pic.twitter.com/bu3fqYLTIc
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 3, 2023
Tsitsipas’ comments about Nadal’s routine quickly spread across social media, sparking heated discussions among Nadal fans and commentators. Many tennis enthusiasts expressed their disappointment at Tsitsipas? comments stating that it was unfair to diminish Nadal?s impressive achievement when Tsitsipas himself has won 0 Grand Slam titles
A fellow Nadal fan expressed anger over Stefanos’s comments.
Does he realise he is saying ? If it wasn’t for the injuries he would have way more grand slams then him. https://t.co/DLcXpkQqIB
— Petty Chips – Qinyang (@MissCocoFierce) July 4, 2023
A Nadal fan brought up Tsitsipas’ incident with Nick Kyrgios at Wimbledon 2022.
First this dude comes with racism and gaslighting against Nick, now this POS wants to talk about Rafa.
Stefanos literally has zero grand slams and has the audacity to talk about a master with 22.
He needs to take several seats 🪑🪑🪑 https://t.co/7lebNMWaq4
— WhatoF1t (@WhatoF1t) July 4, 2023
Another Nadal fan trolled Tsitsipas.
Cost him his career because he’s no longer playing well at … THIRTY-SEVEN? 22 grand slams lmao dude. Tsitsipas is a jerk https://t.co/ETArl3fCdg
— Brooklynsbeat (@brooklynsbeat) July 3, 2023
Another fan trolling Tsitsipas.
https://twitter.com/RezzaTezza/status/1675992314735390720?s=20
A Nadal fan talked about Nadal’s hardcore training routine.
Stefanos should maybe look into Rafa’s routine lol https://t.co/F4iIF06jM6
— Nick DeFelice (@nick_defelice_) July 3, 2023
A Nadal fan defended his favorite player.
excuse me??? i do not like what you are insinuating here Stefanos 🤨 https://t.co/ouDHi52cY0
— 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐞 🍉| 🇳🇱 (@veloceleclerc) July 3, 2023
Another fan shared their opinion.
Tsitsipas gets more excuses made for him than anyone and is a total cringefest but he's just unhinged enough to drop some truth bombs every now and then https://t.co/5RyL98f9wL
— Last Second Win (@lastsecondwin) July 3, 2023
Another fan shared their dismay.
can’t stand this guy actually https://t.co/qBCYcKNQbW
— lauren | 🇪🇸 (@lewisprix) July 3, 2023
Another fan roasting Tsitsipas.
Cost him his career? All 22 slams? 😂 https://t.co/8mv9AfjnVT
— David Drucker (@AllezDruck) July 3, 2023
Another Nadal fan called Tsitsipas a clown.
https://twitter.com/Pauliyed_/status/1675971778340847618?s=20
A fan shared their opinion.
Nadal with one arm is better than you will ever be
hope that helps you serial loser https://t.co/V0AKxCD5Oz
— Nycjuventus 🥷 (@SerieAScout_) July 3, 2023
Another fan shared a sarcastic response.
Bro wants Nadal to fix a chronic foot injury https://t.co/WOzlLqBETM
— teorrainn 🇵🇸 (@teorrainn317) July 3, 2023
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Stefanos Tsitsipas’ recent comments on Rafael Nadal’s various routines have sparked a heated debate in the tennis community. While Tsitsipas praised Novak Djokovic’s consistency and work ethic, his comments on Nadal’s performance were heavily criticized.
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Stefanos Tsitsipas is currently facing Dominic Thiem in first round of Wimbledon on Court 2 at the All England Club.
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