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Federer names Djokovic a US Open contender, praises his persistence
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Federer names Djokovic a US Open contender, praises his persistence

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Roger Federer considers Novak Djokovic a strong contender for the US Open title.
  • Federer highlighted Djokovic's persistence and belief in his ability to win major tournaments.
  • Djokovic, currently ranked 5th, is a top candidate despite a winless year, with rivals Sinner and Alcaraz sidelined by injury.

Tennis legend Roger Federer believes Novak Djokovic remains a formidable contender for the US Open title, emphasizing the Serbian star's enduring drive and belief.

I feel that every time Novak enters a tournament or a major, he's going to have a chance to win it. That's my opinion. I have great respect for Novak, I've seen what he's capable of.

— Roger FedererFederer's assessment of Novak Djokovic's chances at the US Open.

"I feel that every time Novak enters a tournament or a major, he's going to have a chance to win it. That's my opinion. I have great respect for Novak, I've seen what he's capable of," Federer stated at a press conference in New York.

Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam champion himself, noted that Djokovic's continued participation stems from his conviction that he can still win. Djokovic, who has amassed 24 Grand Slam titles, is considered a top contender, especially with the withdrawal of ATP world No. 1 Jannik Sinner due to injury and the physical struggles of Carlos Alcaraz.

I feel that every time Novak enters a tournament or a major, he's going to have a chance to win it. That's my opinion. I have great respect for Novak, I've seen what he's capable of.

— Roger FedererFederer's assessment of Novak Djokovic's chances at the US Open.

Having faced Djokovic 50 times in their careers, with Djokovic winning 27 of those encounters, Federer expressed deep admiration for his rival's longevity and evolution. "It was a pleasure to play against him. An incredible player, a relentless fighter. He figured out his game, got bigger, stronger, and better, and it's incredible that he's still going. I'm very impressed," Federer said.

Always think that as long as he is in the draw, there is a chance, and I think that's one of the reasons why he's still playing, because he really believes that he can still do it.

— Roger FedererFederer on Djokovic's motivation to continue playing.

Federer is also participating in US Open events, including an exhibition match and his induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on August 29.

It was a pleasure to play against him. An incredible player, a relentless fighter. He figured out his game, got bigger, stronger, and better, and it's incredible that he's still going. I'm very impressed.

— Roger FedererFederer's admiration for Djokovic's career and evolution.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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