Intense rivalries on tennis courts are the heartbeats that pump the game alive and thriving. Among the most celebrated rivalries in tennis history are the battles between the Big Three: Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. These titans of the tennis world have played innumerable moments on the court, yet at times, their reactions stand out as truly newsworthy. In a recent wave of nostalgia, fans delved into the archives of tennis history. They managed to unearth clips that shed light on Djokovic’s polarizing reactions while confronting his opponents, Federer and Nadal.

One specific episode from the Shanghai Masters including Djokovic and Federer ignited a hurricane of emotions among fans. The video brought up issues about sportsmanship, rivalry, and the nuances of on-court behavior.

Fans erupt over Novak Djokovic’s polarizing reactions towards Federer and Nadal

The Shanghai Masters has been a place for stunning tennis standoffs. A video from one such experience between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer reemerged on Instagram. In this flashback cut, the Serb played a distinct shot that struck the Swiss Maestro, who was close to the net. What followed was a transitory interruption, a tricky smirk from Djokovic, and a continuation of the game. However, this harmless sneer set off a firestorm of responses from tennis fans and critics.

A few fans cheered Djokovic’s dauntlessness, while others saw it as a lack of regard toward the Swiss tennis legend. The comment section of the Insta reel quickly turned into a bloodbath of emotions, highlighting the polarizing view of Djokovic’s actions.

A loyal fan was quick to comment,”  He was jealous of Federer’s talent that it… Everyone knows FEDERER’s the GOAT. ” Another Instagram user pointed out his hypocrisy, saying, “But when they hit him he cries.”

An angry fan shared, “These are the differences between the 🐐 (RF) and a 🤡.” An incredulous viewer added, “Bro He didn’t even say sorry.” Many viewers saw Djokovic’s sneer as a lack of respect toward the Swiss GOAT. To them, tennis isn’t just about winning but also about maintaining the integrity of the game and respecting fellow players. They reprimanded Nole’s actions as a ploy to get inside Federer’s head and labeled it as unsportsmanlike conduct.

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One fan explained,” Then the real goat destroyed him in two sets. The real goat because it’s not just a question of slams won, but class and attitude on the pitch also count and Roger is the best at this.” An Insta user shouted, “The Audacity to F****N Smirk. Ultimate Clown.”

A French user commented, “That sums up the character and the career.” (GOOGLE Translated). The source of the fans’ anger stemmed from a similar incident in the past – the 2013 Montreal match between Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.

Fans angry over the polarizing reactions of the Serb against Nadal

Djokovic’s clashes with Rafael Nadal have been awe-inspiring fights that have made permanent imprints on the history books. A 2013 video from the Montreal event uncovered a different view of the Serb’s on-court persona.



In this video, the Spaniard hits Nole with a shot during their intense match. Djokovic’s reaction – rather than the prior sneer – was decidedly unique. He showed a feeling of bitterness or frustration, as though the torment existing apart from everything else had truly impacted him.

While the sentiments on Djokovic’s responses fluctuate fiercely, one thing stays constant. The excitement and devotion of tennis fans keep on firing the furnace of the greatest rivalries in sports history.

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