Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic have defined tennis for a generation, shattering numerous longstanding records in the sport.
The trio, known as the ‘Big Three,’ collectively secured 66 Grand Slam titles and held the ATP number one ranking for an impressive total of 947 weeks.
For nearly two decades, many players aspired to dethrone Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic but found themselves consistently outmatched, with the legends maintaining their dominance in men’s tennis.
As both Federer and Nadal have now retired, a new wave of talent has emerged in 2025, including Jakub Mensik and Jack Draper, who have claimed their inaugural Masters 1000 titles this year.
Riccardo Piatti Claims Milos Raonic Could Have ‘Destroyed’ The Big Three
During a segment on the Tennis Channel, Riccardo Piatti reflected on his coaching experience with Canadian talent Milos Raonic.
“I hold Milos [Raonic] in high regard,” Piatti remarked. “When I first saw him while coaching Richard Gasquet, I predicted he had the potential to challenge the elite players.”
“At that time, the elite were Roger [Federer], Rafael [Nadal], and Novak [Djokovic]. His gameplay is markedly different, yet he possesses the capability to unsettle them with his serve and forehand,” he added.
Piatti shared his ambitions when coaching Raonic and explained the factors that hindered him from reaching his full potential. “Milos is exceptionally intelligent. I aimed for him to become number one,” he stated. “However, we faced misfortune; he reached number three while we worked together, but injuries were a constant challenge.”
Is Milos Raonic Still Active on the ATP Tour?
Raonic has not been seen on the court since his first-round exit at last year’s Olympic Games. In 2024, he participated in a limited schedule, primarily focusing on grass court events.
Currently ranked 449th in the ATP standings, Raonic risks dropping out of the rankings if he doesn’t make a return during the grass season. However, he recently provided some encouraging news about his injury recovery on the Changeover podcast.
“After my injury at the Olympics, I struggled with a shoulder issue and later broke my toe. As I worked towards recovery, I realized the toe hadn’t healed correctly. Now, I’m eager to get back into form for the grass season,” he explained.
