With the end of the ‘Big Three’ era, and Djokovic is looking for another rivalry to the last man standing from the golden age of men’s tennis.
Sinner and Alkaraj first say that they have to go to somehow before going to their debutant rivalry, before it reaches the heights of those – but it has another era -related competition all hallmarks.
“We have come out of one of the most incredible ages and suddenly these two people are stepping steps,” said 1987 Wimbledon Champion Pat Cash on BBC Radio 5 Live.
“I always say that Andre Agasi saved men’s tennis when he returned and these people are now saving men’s tennis.”
Former world number one John Maceno said that the pair reminded him of his fight with Byorn Borg – ‘Fire and Ice’ rivalry that was tied 7-7 – and Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
McNero said on BBC TV, “This is what makes it great. The way they behave are completely different, but both are equally effective.”
Former Wimbledon Doubles Champion Todd Woodbridge agreed, “They have the best part of the players’ games, and they have taken it to the next level.”
But the four -time Wimbledon Champion Rod Lever probably expressed it best.
“His growing rivalry is a gift for our game, and it matches real honor that they show for each other,” He has written., external
“Win or necklace, they compete with happiness, class and sportsmanship. This is what makes the champion.”
