Rafael Nadal has claimed that Roger Federer is his “greatest rival” even though he had more fierce competition with Novak Djokovic. As the Spaniard prepares to retire, he has reflected on his iconic rivalries with the rest of the Big Three.

Tennis great Novak Djokovic has said in the past he has never been friends with Roger Federer nor Rafael Nadal, and the Serb has again reiterated that point in brutal fashion

Rafael Nadal, a titan of the tennis world, has named Roger Federer as his "biggest rival" in what turned out to be a glorious career. Speaking to AS, Nadal said Federer was already on the circuit when he burst on to professional tennis. The early rivalry left an indelible mark on him and shaped his first years in professional tennis.

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic was part of one of the greatest rivalries in all of sport - and for him, the relationship ended there

Roger Federer admitted he “hoped this day would never come” after his greatest rival Rafael Nadal announced his retirement from tennis. Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, confirmed on Thursday that he will retire after the season-ending Davis Cup Finals in Malaga next month.

The 2008 Wimbledon final between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer is often described as the greatest match of all time - but what made it so special?

As Rafael Nadal's illustrious tennis career comes to an end in November, he has been reflecting on his 20-plus year career. When asked by Spanish magazine AS who his toughest rival has been, he wavered between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic,

Spanish legend Rafael Nadal will enter retirement next month (Picture: Getty) Rafael Nadal has tipped Novak Djokovic to have a ‘small mental breakdown’ before he officially re

As Rafael Nadal prepares to end his career at the Davis Cup Finals, he believes his long-time rival will be hit hard by his retirement. Novak Djokovic previously said he was “overwhelmed” seeing his old foes retire and he’s already committed to travelling to Malaga for Nadal’s farewell.