Originally Posted by
Tooold
I agree with you. Federer certainly had the most fluid, beautiful (and seemingly effortless!) game of the three. He turned out to be a great sportsman, gracious in victory and defeat, but he had a little more of an edge early in his career. Best ever? It’s hard to say. Federer actually had the benefit of competing for majors before Nadal or Djokovic was on the scene (and Djokovic will have benefited from not having either Federer or Nadal for quite a few tournaments in the back half of his career.). Only Nadal has spent his entire career with one or both of them as competitors.
I am a diehard Nadal fan, and I dislike Djokovic. I have always respected Federer’s game, and I have grown to respect his sportsmanship over time. Like others, I am sorry, but not surprised, to see him retire. I also appreciate him even more because it seems he did not need the “Serena send off”.