Undisputed G.O.A.T. Thread

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No way Federer is the GOAT. His two main rivals have more grand slam titles and winning records over him.

Federer was the best player in one of the worst eras in tennis. And when the competition improved he stopped winning titles.
 

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No way Federer is the GOAT. His two main rivals have more grand slam titles and winning records over him.

Federer was the best player in one of the worst eras in tennis. And when the competition improved he stopped winning titles.

I became a Federer fan over time and think he was great, but this argument really can’t be disputed. The only counter I’d add is that by the time those other rivals were peaking, he was in the decline. So it’s not a perfect comparison. That said, gun to my head to choose RF or ND both in their prime, I’m taking Dkokovic.
 

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I became a Federer fan over time and think he was great, but this argument really can’t be disputed. The only counter I’d add is that by the time those other rivals were peaking, he was in the decline. So it’s not a perfect comparison. That said, gun to my head to choose RF or ND both in their prime, I’m taking Dkokovic.
All day every day... except on clay.
 

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All day every day... except on clay.

One of the great things about him, imo. Most tennis players kind of settle and accept what they are. His determination to be great on clay as well, given its being out of his comfort zone and the fact that his career ran parallel to one of the all time clay greats, is maybe his most impressive achievement.

Also appreciate you not calling me out for butchering his name. There was wine.
 

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One of the great things about him, imo. Most tennis players kind of settle and accept what they are. His determination to be great on clay as well, given its being out of his comfort zone and the fact that his career ran parallel to one of the all time clay greats, is maybe his most impressive achievement.

Also appreciate you not calling me out for butchering his name. There was wine.
I actually didn't catch the typo! I highlighted in relation to my comment/agreeing with you. :lol:
 

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