Novak Djokovic Rips Apart the Big 3 Dynamic Altogether as He Shouts Out Michael Jordan and Serena Williams In His GOAT Assessment

When it comes to discussions about the greatest athletes of all time, the term “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time) often takes center stage. Recently, tennis superstar Novak Djokovic weighed in on the topic, listing several iconic athletes who he believes have earned the coveted title. Among the names mentioned were Serena Williams, Usain Bolt, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Muhammad Ali. However, notably absent from his list were two of his biggest rivals in tennis, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Novak Djokovic leaves out Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal from the list of GOAT sportspersons

Djokovic’s list of GOATs is undoubtedly a tribute to the incredible achievements of these sporting legends. Serena Williams, with her 23 Grand Slam titles, is considered by many to be the most dominant force in the Open Era. Usain Bolt, the fastest man on earth, revolutionized the sport of sprinting, with his record-breaking performances. Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, two basketball icons, left an indelible mark on the sport with their unmatched skills and fierce competitive spirit. Muhammad Ali, the charismatic and outspoken heavyweight champion, transcended boxing and left a lasting impact on sports history.

Novak Djokovic came across the question of who the GOAT sportsperson is during an interview with BBC Sport. To which he answered, “Hard to pick. I will probably name a few. Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Muhammad Ali, Usain Bolt, Serena Williams”.

However, the exclusion of Federer and Nadal from his list raises intriguing questions about the complex dynamics of rivalry in professional sports. Djokovic, Federer, and Nadal, collectively known as the “Big Three,” have dominated men’s tennis for well over a decade. Their intense battles on the court have given birth to some of the most memorable moments in tennis history. As a result, their names are often mentioned together when discussing the greatest players in the sport.

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By leaving Federer and Nadal out of his GOAT list, Djokovic may be highlighting the unique nature of their rivalry.

Djokovic raises the question of the criteria to call a player the GOAT

During the same interview, he was also asked who is the GOAT tennis player according to him. To which he answered that he wants to know what are the criteria which are used to decide who the greatest of all time is. Is it because of the results that are delivered by which he meant the statistics?

Or the impact a tennis player has made on the sport counts. He further adds that there are different factors that come into play, and not just one. Further, he concluded by saying that he is anyway happy that there was a discussion about this.

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