Novak Djokovic will definitely be next #1 in the world and a legend - Page 2

caulcano · 04-02-2007, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by NadalForever

I consider Djokovic also a bit arrogant but let's not forget that when Djokovic made those statements last year he just barely turned 19 and was probably joking with that statement. Federer makes much more arrogant statements recently (lets not forget all those disrespectul statements against Nadal during last years clay court season) even though he is 25 years old.

So being 19 & arrogant is okay, but not when you're #1 breaking records left right-and-centre?

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Originally Posted by NadalForever

I personally think Federer is a much bigger jerk than Djokovic. But I really don't care about personality because the only thing that I care about is how entertaining it is to watch a player.

I know you really dislike Fed but that doesn't really make any sense.

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Originally Posted by NadalForever

I find Federer extremely boring to watch and watching Federer play is like a perfect cure to insomnia. Djokovic is way more entertaining to watch and hopefully he will be ranked #1 as fast as possible.

Define entertaining because I'm sure A LOT of people find Federer more entertaining than Djokovic.

musicalmedic81 · 04-02-2007, 03:53 AM

Federer isnt done yet, not by a long shot. The guy is really still coming into his own. He's only been on top for a few short years. He was dominant in every aspect of the game. He got it in his head that he was invincible, became civilized (anyone seen Rocky III?) Then he gets his butt whooped a few times and it stuns him. I think most agreed that fed didnt look in tip top physical shape his past 2 matches. He must have felt that he didnt need to be cause nobody could beat him. Lets see now if Fed can dig deep and show that he's a true champion by not letting these losses be the start of his decline.

Fedace · 04-02-2007, 04:25 AM

Not going to happen til Federer retires

Nuke · 04-02-2007, 04:39 AM

Djokovic has a lot of promise, but the folks here are way too eager to jump on the "next big thing" before it's time. A year ago, the place was abuzz with how Marcos Baghdatis was going to be the next number one. Jeez, just a week ago, a lot of people here were ready to crown Canas. Anyone, including Djokovic, has a long way to go to dethrone Federer. Yeah, it's going to happen one day, but it's only April for crying out loud, and the season is long.

ATXtennisaddict · 04-02-2007, 07:25 AM

Thread posted on April Fools day. Looks like threadstarter is a fool.

Ripper · 04-02-2007, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by ATXtennisaddict

Looks like threadstarter is a fool.

It's too early in Djokovich's career to be making foolish statements like that.

chaz_233 · 04-02-2007, 08:19 AM

The way things look at this point, Djokovic is the future of tennis. I don't see anyone else this good. And he should still be around in 6-7 years, so he can accomplish a lot.

Ripper · 04-02-2007, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by chaz_233

The way things look at this point, Djokovic is the future of tennis. I don't see anyone else this good. And he should still be around in 6-7 years, so he can accomplish a lot.

The same has been said about Nadal and countless others. One day it's Nadal, the other day it's Djokovich. One day Federer is GOAT, the other day he sucks. People here just focus on what happened in the last 2 or 3 tournaments and don't look at the big picture. I'm not saying Djokovich will never win another tournament in his life or that he'll break Sampras GS record; just saying most people don't think before making extremist comments.

Nadal_Freak · 04-02-2007, 11:41 AM

Both Djokovic and Nadal will surpass Federer before Federer retires. It could be a year or it could be 3 years but it will happen.

Ripper · 04-02-2007, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Nadal_Freak

Both Djokovic and Nadal will surpass Federer before Federer retires. It could be a year or it could be 3 years but it will happen.

I doubt it, but I respect your opinion.

chaz_233 · 04-02-2007, 11:45 AM

I agree. All I'm saying is that Novak is looking real good so far. I never bough all the Canas hype, even if he were to beat Fed again. Nor am I saying that Djokovich is the GOAT, but I think that he's the most promising player within the top 10, all else look like they're on their way down.

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Originally Posted by Ripper

The same has been said about Nadal and countless others. One day it's Nadal, the other day it's Djokovich. One day Federer is GOAT, the other day he sucks. People here just focus on what happened in the last 2 or 3 tournaments and don't look at the big picture. I'm not saying Djokovich will never win another tournament in his life or that he'll break Sampras GS record; just saying most people don't think before making extremist comments.

federerfanatic · 04-02-2007, 12:06 PM

This thread is such a stupid over the top piece of crap. That said Djokovic took a big step in his career with his win here. He is definitely a potential future multi-slam winner and perhaps even a potential future #1.

pound cat · 04-02-2007, 02:20 PM

If he plans to become #1 & represent tennis, he'd better take some lessons in how to be a class act ... and learn to keep his mouth shut. Comment after Miami ..."I deserve to be #1" Yuk.

arnz · 04-02-2007, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by pound cat

If he plans to become #1 & represent tennis, he'd better take some lessons in how to be a class act ... and learn to keep his mouth shut. Comment after Miami ..."I deserve to be #1" Yuk.

Did he really say that? Hmm, what happened to humility and class? LOL I think the next time Federer plays this guy Fed is gonna send him a message

Edit: I've never even heard Nadal say such a thing even when he beat Fed...wow

TheAeropro · 04-03-2007, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by pound cat

If he plans to become #1 & represent tennis, he'd better take some lessons in how to be a class act ... and learn to keep his mouth shut. Comment after Miami ..."I deserve to be #1" Yuk.

Djoko's class is the biggest reason I dislike him. I'll start talking about him once he cleans it up.

Swissv2 · 04-03-2007, 05:41 PM

Until he gets his 10th grand slam, we shouldn't start talking about this guy being a legend.

tennis_hand · 04-03-2007, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by arnz

Did he really say that? Hmm, what happened to humility and class? LOL I think the next time Federer plays this guy Fed is gonna send him a message

Edit: I've never even heard Nadal say such a thing even when he beat Fed...wow

He said something against Fed before the AO match against Fed, and he was demolished in that game, although he played very well and tried hard. That is the difference between a legend and a good player. Now Djokovic is just a good player.

caulcano · 04-04-2007, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by oscar_2424

take it easy, wait at least 10 years before calling him a legend

Indeed. No one tournament can define a players path.

caulcano · 04-04-2007, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by pound cat

If he plans to become #1 & represent tennis, he'd better take some lessons in how to be a class act ... and learn to keep his mouth shut. Comment after Miami ..."I deserve to be #1" Yuk.

If he truly said that then he will never be #1. There will be too many players playing that will try that little bit harder against him.

On the other hand, he probably said something on the lines of he deserved to win the title judging on his performances that week therefore felt he could be #1 in the future ...

Anyway, has anyone got a link of his comment/

pound cat · 04-04-2007, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by caulcano

If he truly said that then he will never be #1. There will be too many players playing that will try that little bit harder against him.

On the other hand, he probably said something on the lines of he deserved to win the title judging on his performances that week therefore felt he could be #1 in the future ...

Anyway, has anyone got a link of his comment/

http://www.globesports.com/servlet/s...query=djokovic

He also said Federer was "going down" before he lost to him at AO.

04-02-2007, 03:53 AM	#22
musicalmedic81 Semi-Pro Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: North Carolina USA Posts: 735	Federer isnt done yet, not by a long shot. The guy is really still coming into his own. He's only been on top for a few short years. He was dominant in every aspect of the game. He got it in his head that he was invincible, became civilized (anyone seen Rocky III?) Then he gets his butt whooped a few times and it stuns him. I think most agreed that fed didnt look in tip top physical shape his past 2 matches. He must have felt that he didnt need to be cause nobody could beat him. Lets see now if Fed can dig deep and show that he's a true champion by not letting these losses be the start of his decline. __________________ Bjorn.....POWWWW!!!!

04-03-2007, 05:41 PM	#36
Swissv2 Hall Of Fame Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Tennis Courts! Posts: 2,478	Until he gets his 10th grand slam, we shouldn't start talking about this guy being a legend. __________________ If you don’t practice you don’t deserve to win. Andre Agassi

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