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Novak Djokovic has smashed all records to become the undisputed GOAT with 24 Grand Slam titles. The Serbian tennis legend started his career when Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer fiercely dominated the court. However, Djokovic came with such traits that made him put up a tough challenge in front of these two legends. These traits have led Romanian tennis player Andreea Prisacariu to hail Djokovic. 

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Prisacariu has found something unique in Djokovic that makes him better than Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. Though, more than unique it is something that the tennis realm has witnessed.

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Romanian player hails Novak Djokovic by drawing comparison between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer

Djokovic has now become a role model and inspiration for millions of people around the world. Motivating young tennis players in the process he has proved that one can topple down any challenge.

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One such player is Andreea Prisacariu who finds Djokovic to have the best of the skills and talents that a tennis player needs to have. Acknowledging the legacy of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, she talks about what keeps Djokovic on the podium.

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In a recent interview with the Novak Weekly Podcast, she stated, “It was always him since I was a little child. And it was also him when he was number three in the world, you know, after the big guys, as they said in that time.” However, she pointed out what made Djokovic the best on the court.

She stated, “Only because he was having the elegance of Federer and the hard work of Nadal combined. So I think he had both sides.”

The ability to be the best combination of the two legends made Prisacariu admire him. She stated, “Because Nadal was a hard worker and Federer was a pure talent. But Novak is everything.” 

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Djokovic has inculcated his resilient and never-die attitude to become a challenge to both Federer and Nadal. However, Nadal, his biggest rival is not yet ready to let Djokovic have it all.

Nadal worries Djokovic with his comeback ambition

The Spanish tennis legend has been off the court after his injury at the Australian Open this year. Rafael Nadal is recovering from his injuries to make an ambitious comeback in 2024.

As reported by MovieStar Tennis, he stated that he wishes to have a nice end to his career by winning the 2024 Olympics. This poses a challenge to the 24 Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic who has never won a gold at the Olympics.

Who do you wish to take the gold next year at the Olympics between the two? What do you make of Prisacariu’s claims? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shivali Sharma

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Shivali Sharma is a Tennis Writer and Content Manager at EssentiallySports. With an extensive experience of more than 3 years in writing and content management, Shivali has authored numerous articles concerning the ‘Queen of the Court’, Serena Williams, and the ‘Big 3’, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic, including their personal life, career, and more. In addition to this, Shivali is a sworn Djokovic fan who hails his grit in face of every challenge. Additionally, she roots for Jannik Sinner whose relentless gameplay she can’t help but admire. Apart from this, when she is away from writing, Shivali enjoys exploring the great outdoors through trekking and indulging in her passion for reading books.

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