Tennis ace Jokovic claims top spot, yet Federer leaves indelible mark on the sport.
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Bosnian tennis whiz Damir Džumhur dishes on which of the "Big Three" reigns supreme in the world of tennis. This moniker, used by everyone from experts to fans, refers to the three undisputed titans - Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal. Džumhur finds himself torn between these tennis titans:
"Skating through accolades, it's tough to not hand the crown to Novak. But baby, Federer has left an indelible mark on tennis - not just on the court but on countless aspiring players as well. He was my tennis hero too."
Džumhur, a former world No. 23, adds that Djokovic commands a strong fanbase in his native land. He explains that Djokovic's life story serves as a beacon of inspiration for young athletes hailing from miniscule nations like Bosnia and Herzegovina, like himself.
Novak Djokovic boasts the most Grand Slam titles under his belt (24). Nadal and Federer trail closely with 22 and 20 titles, respectively. All three have added Olympic gold to their collections, though Federer has only claimed glory in the doubles event.
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- The Impactful idol: Damir Džumhur recognizes Roger Federer as a major influencer in tennis, shaping both on-court play and off-court admiration[2][3].
- The Ace of Aces: When it comes to on-court dominance, Džumhur believes Novak Djokovic takes the cake due to his record-breaking Grand Slam titles and status as a strong contender for the title of Greatest of All Time (GOAT)[2].
Bookmakers might find it challenging to predict Damir Džumhur's favorite among the Big Three, given his admiration for both Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. Sports enthusiasts in Spain, and specifically Bosnians, tend to root for Djokovic, inspired by his life story and the record-breaking 24 Grand Slam titles he's earned. Despite this, Damir Džumhur acknowledges Federer's immense influence on tennis, both on the court and as an idol to aspiring players like himself, who come from smaller nations such as Bosnia and Herzegovina.
