Top Tennis Rivalries: Djokovic, Nadal, Federer Dominance

Novak Djokovic vs. Gael Monfils (20:0)

The two exceptional talents have been dueling since 2005. Twenty years later, Djokovic's record is an impressive 20-0. In the very first encounter, Monfils had the best chance of winning, suffering a narrow 5-set defeat at the US Open.

Rafael Nadal vs. Richard Gasquet (18:0)

The two duelled for 18 years, and Gasquet was unable to counter Nadal's powerful forehands in any of the meetings. The set ratio of 43:5 also speaks volumes.

Roger Federer vs. David Ferrer (17:0)

Federer has met 17 times in 14 years, and won 17 times. His set record is 32-7. Ferrer repeatedly frustrated himself in all four matches during the Big 4 era. Against Nadal, he had a record of 6-26, Djokovic 5-16, and Murray 6-14.

Roger Federer vs. Mikhail Youzhny (17:0)

Federer has met 17 times in 14 years, and won 17 times. His set record is 32-7. Ferrer repeatedly frustrated himself in all four matches during the Big 4 era. Against Nadal, he had a record of 6-26, Djokovic 5-16, and Murray 6-14.

Serena Williams vs. Maria Sharapova (20:2)

Maria Sharapova rarely had a real chance of winning against Williams. It was beneficial for her career that Williams was often forced to take a break, allowing Sharapova to avoid a clash.

Other interesting head to heads:

Jelena Ostapenko vs. Iga Świątek (6‑0)

Iga Świątek vs. Coco Gauff (11‑4)

Medvedev–Zverev (13‑7)

Alcaraz–Sinner (8‑4)

Veröffentlicht von Leon Paul Späthling

Leon Paul Späthling, 1995 in Bayreuth born, lives in Berlin.