Published 11:57 IST, January 1st 2020

Rafael Nadal brags about being better than long-time rival Roger Federer

Rafael Nadal, who is ranked ATP's No.1 player, recently stated that he is a better player than rival Roger Federer, who is World No.3 with his current form.

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Rafael Nadal, who is currently World .1, recently stated that he is a better player than one of his fiercest rivals, Roger Federer, who is World .3, with respect to his current form. However, Spanish giant denied commenting on prospect of him leaving a greater legacy than Federer once he retires. Tennis fans have perennially been involved in a debate on who is 'GOAT' (Greatest of All Time) in men's game in an era which has seen both Nadal and Federer win lot of accolades and hours.

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Rafael Nadal currently has won 19 Grand Slam titles while Roger Federer is a 20-time Grand Slam champion. However, re is an gap of 5 years between Nadal and Federer. Since Federer is 38 and could call it quits from game by end of 2020, it gives Nadal more time to equal or overtake his long-time rival.

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I am better than Roger Federer: Rafael Nadal

According to Rafael Nadal, he is better than Roger Federer on days when he feels good and is in a great form. Whereas, on rest of days, Federer is a better player. Talking to a leading publication, he stated that It will be quite accurate to say that re is big difference between him and Federer.

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Nadal was asked wher his rivalries with Roger Federer and vak Djokovic has helped him push his limits. He answered that he cant comment on this at moment. Nadal stated that he is t 100 per cent sure wher his motivation is derived from playing difficult opponents from time to time.

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11:57 IST, January 1st 2020