The GOAT debate in men’s tennis continues to spark discussion.
Ljubičić Backs Nadal and Federer
Ivan Ljubičić, Roger Federer’s former coach and current high-performance director at the French Tennis Federation, has shared his thoughts on the matter. Speaking on the Off Court with Greg Rusedski podcast, Ljubičić weighed in on the Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic debate. He stated that for him, the impact that Roger and Rafa had on the game was huge, possibly bigger than Novak’s.
Djokovic’s Continued Success
Despite the ongoing debate, Novak Djokovic continues to play. He reached the 2026 Australian Open final, defeating Jannik Sinner in the semifinals before falling to Carlos Alcaraz in the title match. At 38, Djokovic is still adding to his record book.
Djokovic’s Case ‘Isn’t Done Yet’
Djokovic has earned the right to be in the conversation about greatness in tennis. He is still writing his story. The debate can wait.