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2022: One retired GOAT cried with hands on the hands of another GOAT. 2024: Another GOAT retires today and leaves the world of tennis crying again. Yes, you’ve guessed it right. Both of them are the most remarkable tennis players we’ve ever seen: Roger Federer & Rafael Nadal. They have won 42 Grand Slams together in the last 24 years. Though they’re from 2 different countries, they’ve been the greatest rivals in the court and closest brothers off the court. Nadal announced his retirement today at 2.57 PM 1ST via an emotional video. Throughout his career, Nadal has won a total of 92 ATP Singles titles & an Olympic Gold Medal, and is only one of the 3 players to complete a career Golden Slam in singles. He has won 14 Grand Slams on clay court which nobody may break in future. Despite being one of the most successful players of all time, his journey was never a cakewalk. Nadal’s right leg is 1 cm shorter than his left, born with a foot condition affecting bone growth, and spent most of his career with chronic foot pain. Being one of the most loved sportspersons of all time, Nadal is leaving a legacy of dominance, grit, and tenacity for not only current tennis players but also for all of us. His final appearance as a tennis player would be in the next month where he will play for his country for the final time. Being a Nadal fan, I have been lucky and blessed to see him play. His unbreakable defence, excellent fitness, top-notch match reading ability, mental strength, empathy, & unstoppable spirit will always live in the memory. Farewell, GOAT!🥺 P.S.- The end of an era. I don’t know if you know Nadal or not, but if you’ve watched him play at least once, he has surely touched your heart. Which tennis player is your favourite? Have you watched him play against Federer, Djokovic, and others? Follow #debcreates and Debonkar Roy now for more case studies on India, brands & CEOs! #sports #motivation #energy #tennis #mindset

I love tennis, and it is literally the only sport I enjoy watching on TV. I love watching other sports live, however not on TV. Federer, one of the all-time tennis greats, gave a speech that really resonated with me. Federer recently gave a speech at Dartmouth, and as part of his speech, he shared some pretty insane stats about his games and career. Of the 1526 singles matches he played, he won 80% of them, which is pretty damn impressive. Then he went on to share the percentage of points he actually won out of the 80% of games he won. Can you guess what that number was? It was only 54% of points won. So he hit an imperfect shot 46% of the time. What this highlights is that you only need to be 4% better than the average to win 80% of the time. How freaking insane is that? Just 4%! In other words, you just need to win barely more than half the time to be 80% better than the rest. So, the next time you lose at something or fail at it, try again and again and again until you are just barely winning over 50% of the shots you take at doing something, and you'll be exponentially better than the rest. So, perfection is impossible, no matter how perfect something looks on the outside or the end result. And in other news, if you're not already across it, Djokovic took home the Olympic gold! He's absolutely incredible and a true inspiration to me. #SuccessMindset #WinningAttitude #PersistencePaysOff #NeverGiveUp #StriveForGreatness #SmallWinsBigResults #KeepPushing #BetterEveryDay #OvercomeChallenges #BelieveInYourself

I love tennis, and it is literally the only sport I enjoy watching on TV. I love watching other sports live, however not on TV. Federer, one of the all-time tennis greats, gave a speech that really resonated with me. Federer recently gave a speech at Dartmouth, and as part of his speech, he shared some pretty insane stats about his games and career. Of the 1526 singles matches he played, he won 80% of them, which is pretty damn impressive. Then he went on to share the percentage of points he actually won out of the 80% of games he won. Can you guess what that number was? It was only 54% of points won. So, he hit an imperfect shot 46% of the time. What this highlights is that you only need to be 4% better than the average to win 80% of the time. How freaking insane is that? Just 4%! In other words, you just need to win barely more than half the time to be 80% better than the rest. The next time you lose at something or fail at it, try again and again and again until you are just barely winning over 50% of the shots you take at doing something, and you'll be exponentially better than the rest. So, perfection is impossible, no matter how perfect something looks on the outside or the end result. And in other news, if you're not already across it, Djokovic took home the Olympic gold for tennis! He's absolutely incredible and a true inspiration to me. #SuccessMindset #WinningAttitude #PersistencePaysOff #NeverGiveUp #StriveForGreatness #SmallWinsBigResults #KeepPushing #BetterEveryDay #OvercomeChallenges #BelieveInYourself

The End of a Golden Era in Tennis 🎾 🔥 After Federer, now Rafael Nadal calls it quits! 🔥 The King of Clay, Rafael Nadal, is stepping away from the international stage, following his legendary rival and friend, Roger Federer. This truly marks the end of one of the greatest eras in men’s tennis—an era filled with unforgettable battles, sportsmanship, and an unwavering love for the game. Let’s take a moment to reflect on Rafa’s and Federer’s monumental impact on tennis: #Rafa’s #Legendary #Achievements: 1. 22 Grand Slam Titles 🌟 — Including an unprecedented 14 French Open victories, Nadal dominated like no other. 2. Olympic Gold Medalist 🏅 — Bringing home gold in 2008 and proving his greatness on every stage. 3. Davis Cup Champion 🏆 — Leading Spain to five Davis Cup victories, showing his love for his country as much as his individual brilliance. 4. An Era Defined by Rivalry & Friendship 🤝 — His epic matches with Federer shaped the sport, not just as competitors but as friends who pushed each other to greater heights. The Legacy Continues 🌍 While Rafa and Federer may be stepping off the court, their influence will inspire generations to come. These legends have redefined tennis and left us with memories that will last forever. Now it’s time to celebrate their shared legacy. 💥 Like and Share to pay tribute to these icons. 👉 #Comment your favorite Federer-Nadal moment! 👉 Tag your tennis-loving friends to join the celebration. #VamosRafa #ThankYouFederer #TennisLegends #GOATs #GoldenEra #EndOfAnEra #FedererAndNadal #TennisHistory #KingOfClay #RafaForever

The 8 minutes that changed tennis history forever. A masterclass on mental toughness (in < 2 mins) It was the U.S. Open semifinals (September 10, 2011). Novak Djokovic vs. Roger Federer. Two legends. In the last set, Federer took a 40–15 lead. Victory was just one serve away. The crowd roared for Federer. An annoyed Djokovic grimaced at the fans and mocked them, drawing jeers. Federer served hard, out wide to Djokovic’s forehand. But Djokovic smacked the ball with full force for a stunning cross-court winner. Federer was stunned. One shot that broke Federer’s rhythm—and spirit. It was one of the earliest signs of Djokovic's ability to turn crowd hostility into a dark energy that fueled his game. So, what makes Djokovic so formidable? → When everything is on the line, he rarely falters. → The higher the pressure, the more likely he is to win. → He thrives under intense pressure when others crumble. As Holger Rune, world No. 6, put it: "His mindset. Even when you play great points, it feels like it doesn't faze him at all." Djokovic’s brilliance lies in how quickly he rebounds from setbacks. That’s the winning formula. It’s all in the mindset. If this post resonates with you, share ♻️ and follow me for more insights on entrepreneurship, SaaS, & business. #mindset #motivation #business #sports

How good is your second serve in life? The top 5 second serve winners in tennis history have the troika of Federer, Nadal and Djokovic in it. 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐨𝐩 5 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭. Most play 1st serve to win, and 2nd serve to “not lose”. I have seen most get defensive in life when they have to take a shot at something they have failed in first time. The reasons the top tennis players and people are the best is they can handle the second serves. It teaches me to be the following: • Doing the basics right • Manage pressure better. • Manage risks better  • Helps me learn from the mistakes and make changes for the long run. • Control what I can. • Having plan B. The top 5 with their % Nadal - 57.24% Federer - 57.03% Roddick - 56.14% Isner - 55.99% Djokovic - 55.47% Why Federer pic? He is my favourite :)

The Tennis GOAT 🐐 debate is no longer relevant. With the gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Djokovic has cemented himself as the undisputed GOAT of tennis of all time. And this is coming from a lifelong RaFan, someone who has been in awe of his achievements, his grit, and his sheer absolute willpower. Federer will still be the God of Tennis, much like Sachin is for Cricket or Pele is for Football or Jordan is for Basketball. That level of innate talent, the flair, and the reverence is hard to come by. But Djokovic has done it all. If Tennis was a video game, he finished it all (side-quests included). There is no objective measure left where it can be argued that he is not the greatest. He might not have the most endearing personality. Of the Big 3, he gets the most hate from the crowds. But he has figured out how to turn those jeers and 'boos' into a driving force. He feeds off that negative energy from the crowd. His mental resilience and his drive to be the greatest is absolutely unmatched. Simple statistics to show his utter dominance: 🏆 # of grand slams: 24 (compared to Nadal: 22 and Federer: 20) 🏅 # of grand slams finals: 37 (Federer: 31, Nadal: 30) 🎯 Match Win %: 88.2% (Nadal: 87.7%, Federer: 86%) 🏵️ Career Grand Slams: 3 (Nadal: 2, Federer: 1) 🥇Olympic Golds: 1 (Nadal: 1, Federer: 0) 🎾 ATP Finals: 7 (Federer: 6, Nadal: 0) 🎾 ATP Masters 1000: 40 (Nadal: 36, Federer: 28) 🥊 Head to Head: 30-29 against Nadal, 27-23 against Federer Yes, you can hate him for his views against vaccines. You can say that his attitude on court needs to be better. You can dislike him purely for the vibes he gives. But this man has proved that there is little that can be done to counter absolute mental resilience. He entered Tennis when it was already dominated by two of the best players to pick up a racket. He played in stadiums roaring with chants for his opponents. He has seen his greatest rivals retire and a new crop of future superstars come up. He recently suffered a final loss against the young Alcaraz at Wimbledon finals. But came back less than 3 weeks later to defeat the same person for his elusive Olympic gold. When I started watching DragonballZ as a kid, I loved Goku and hated Vegeta. Djokovic is the FRICKIN' Saiyyan Prince whose spite and competitiveness is unbound. Everytime he is down, he comes back stronger. And eventually he grows on you. He still not might be your "favorite" player, but no one can deny he is truly the "greatest". - a new fan

Yesterday, I shared a blog (link in comments) on Rafael Nadal's retirement and the "Lessons from Rafael Nadal's Career for the Business World." In keeping with my "confidently humble" avatar, I must admit that this blog post is one of my best yet. I welcome you to read it and share your feedback! However, as much as I covered the intense rivalry between Nadal and Roger Federer, I made a glaring omission: I didn't mention Rafa’s other great rival—Novak Djokovic. (Clearly, my bias as a fan overshadowed my journalistic objectivity!) Interestingly, Novak shared a tribute on Instagram yesterday that beautifully captured the essence of Rafa’s influence on tennis and those around him. His words—“tenacity, dedication, fighting spirit…”—were heartfelt and authentic, qualities we’ve all come to admire in both of these champions. So, I’m addressing this oversight with today's post, recognizing Novak and his part in this golden era of tennis. His rivalry with Rafa has epitomized the concept of “gratitude and healthy competition,” a core principle that we often highlight at Venturis Group Inc. It's a perfect example of how competition, when approached positively, leads to collective growth and proves that in the long run, everyone can win. It’s never a zero-sum game. Check out Novak’s post on Instagram, and don’t forget to read the blog from yesterday! #RafaelNadal #NovakDjokovic #RogerFederer #Tennis #Business

Roger Federer is one of the greatest male tennis players of all time. He won 103 ATP singles titles including 20 majors, 28 ATP Master, and 6 ATP Finals. He dominated for years. During a commencement speach at Dartmouth College he shared this: "Perfection is impossible. In the 1,526 singles matches I played in my career, I won almost 80% of those matches. But what percentage of points did I win? 54% In other words, even top ranked tennis players win barely more than half the points they play. When you lose ever second point on average, you learn not to dwell on every shot. You teach yourself to think: 'Okay, I double faulted...it's only a point.' 'Okay, I came to the net and I got passed again...it's only a point.' Even a great shot, an overhead backhand smash that ends up on ESPN's top 10 playlist – that too is just a point. Here's why I'm telling you this. When you're playing a point, it has to be the most important thing in the world. And it is. But when it's behind you, it's behind you. This mindset is crucial – because it frees you to fully commit to the next point with intensity, clarity, and focus." Focus on the here and now and do your best in this moment. Yesterday, last week, last month and last year are all in the past and there is nothing you can do to control that. Tomorrow, next week, next month and next year are all in the future. You can do things today to set yourself up for a bright future. Today is now and you can control today so focus and make it a great day.

I'm posting this tennis insight here because it's an example of First Principle thinking. here's my latest argument for why Roger Federer is the GOAT. Tennis is a game of ANGLES. The PERFECT tennis player will be the one that can exploit the Angles to precision. What's the most important stroke in tennis? The serve. Serving is more about Angles >> Speed (its why fast-serve like Andy Roddick was not successful). If a player can Ace every serve by placing it at the exact angled corner, that would the true GOAT of tennis. Period. No hitting back and forth. Nothing. Just Aces. Win Slams every time. Super short game. Maybe boring to watch. Entire match could take an hour or so. This brings me back to Federer. Fed is the greatest player in history to exploit those Angles. The one-handed backhand is designed for it. It's quick and slices those angles. Fed just wants to shorten the game (which as explained is the ESSENCE of tennis). Not the endurance. Not the running. Not the Bull mentality. Short game precise angled ball placement is how you BREAK the game of tennis. Fed's serve isn't known for speed but its precise placement (followed by a 2nd angled return if needed). Fed's won point tend to be much faster compared to Nadal / Djokovic. It stuns the opponent. Later in Fed's career, he invented the Sneak Attack By Roger (youtube search this). He runs up to shorten the angle and remove time. The SABR is another example of the Master demonstrating this first-principle to break tennis. The goal of the game is to shorten time by increasing angles. Angles make tennis appear Beautiful to watch also. This is why Fed is as close to GOAT as you can get. I strongly believe that if Roger isn't 5-6 yrs older >> than Nadal / Djokovic, he would have more strength / stamina to execute above them. Fed started losing to those two after 30s, which is the decline in aging. The one-handed backhand is Fed's biggest strength and weakness. Without stamina to be in position to strike, it has a higher error rate.