Becker believes Djokovic has a Grand Slam record

Even if tennis fans initially saw the Serb as a spoilsport in the Federer-Nadal rivalry, they should now become aware of the greatness of the 16-time Grand Slam champion, Becker told the BBC.

Djokovic (31) had one on Sunday epic five-sentence crime thriller fended off two match points against crowd favorite Roger Federer over almost five hours and won his fifth title at Wimbledon. The spectators loudly supported the Swiss during the game. “I hope it will be a little more even if they meet again next year,” said Becker.

Djokovic had his own strategy for dealing with the mood on Center Court. “When they shout 'Ro-ger, Ro-ger', then I hear 'No-vak, No-vak',” he said after the victory: “It sounds strange, but that's how it is. I convince myself that it is.”

Djokovic attacks Federer's record According to Becker, the mental strength and insatiable ambition of the world number one could ensure that Djokovic leaves his opponents Federer and Rafael Nadal behind in the record books. “Novak is not happy yet. He is one of the greatest in history, but he wants to be the greatest,” said Becker, who led Djokovic to six Grand Slam titles from 2014 to 2016. Is the record holder with 20 Grand Slam titles: Roger Federer © APA/afp / LAURENCE GRIFFITHS

Becker believes that Djokovic (16 titles) can overtake Nadal (18) and Federer (20) in Grand Slam statistics, but the race is open. “This endless talk about who will be the most successful will last as long as all three play,” said Becker. The three-time Wimbledon winner sees the trio as favorites at the four biggest tournaments: “I think all three will win more Grand Slam titles.”

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Becker believes Djokovic has a Grand Slam record

After the memorable Wimbledon final, Boris Becker is demanding more recognition for the achievements of his former protégé Novak Djokovic. He also believes that Djokovic can break Federer's Grand Slam record.

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