Fans Come Out in Support of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal After Novak Djokovic’s Uncanny Comments

Novak Djokovic has become the talk of the tennis world lately because of the uncertainty in his participation at the Australian Open 2022. Recently, Djokovic also praised Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev for admitting their mistakes on and off the court.

The 20-time Grand Slam champion also talked about how there’s no such word as perfection. However, when the Serb made these statements, people interpreted him to be taking a dig at Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Novak Djokovic feels perfection doesn’t exist

Novak Djokovic has had a scintillating year grabbing three out of four Grand Slam titles and he equaled the record for the most number of the Majors with 20 Slams. In a recent interview, Djokovic opened up about making mistakes on and off the court.

Tennis – ATP Finals – Pala Alpitour, Turin, Italy – November 19, 2021 Serbia’s Novak Djokovic reacts during his group stage match against Britain’s Cameron Norrie REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane

According to the Serb, perfection doesn’t exist. He paid respect to Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev for being genuine.

Djokovic said, “I don’t like people who pretend to be perfect on and off the court, perfection doesn’t exist. That’s why I love Medvedev and Zverev. They are authentic, they admit their mistakes and they do everything to make up for it. We have a great friendship.”

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Fans react to Djokovic’s statement perceived to be about Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal

As soon as Djokovic made those statements, fans reacted on Twitter. They believed Djokovic is targeting Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

One comment read, “Nasty digs at his rivals.” Everyone feels Novak Djokovic purposely made the statements for his rivals, i.e. Federer and Nadal, commonly known as Fedal.

Why is Nole so insecure of FEDAL https://t.co/Wh2tvnqq27

— Shreyash (@shreyashdoobz) December 30, 2021

Djokovic’s dislike of Nadal and Federer is really pathetic. Novak is the one constantly calling himself the greatest ever. Don’t hear either Rafa or Roger say that about themselves https://t.co/RkpuXyqISs

— Anthony Webb (@anthonyqld) December 30, 2021

However, some people did come out in support of Novak Djokovic as they perceived the reactions of ‘Fedal’ fans to be blown out of proportion.

True true true https://t.co/BsSYHzkd1A

— Extrasyst0le (@Extrasyst0le) December 30, 2021

Very funny to see Nadal/Fed fans immediately assuming this is a shot at Fed and Rafa.

Guys, Novak didn’t mention any names. You’re the ones giving it away! https://t.co/a1HYEBDEXz

— (@returnwinner) December 30, 2021

It’s clear that after Novak Djokovic’s comments have enraged Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal fans. What do you make of the situation? Let us know in the comments below.

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