Tennis legend Andre Agassi omits old favourite Rafael Nadal while picking his perfect tennis player

Former world number one Andre Agassi recently shared his views on the perfect tennis player. He picked different qualities and shots from different players. However, one notable omission from his list of players is Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal.

In a conversation with the US Open, Agassi didn't scratch his head to suggest the names of youngsters when asked about the player who could provide the best speed. The first name that came out of his mouth was young sensation Carlos Alcaraz. His next choices were Australian Alex de Minaur and his compatriot Tommy Paul.

“It’s the transition people that you have to worry about, right? And when it comes to that, like the fastest guys on the tour now, three guys unquestionably: Alcaraz, de Minaur and Tommy Paul,” said Agassi.

And out of those guys, I would worry most about Alcaraz, second Tommy Paul, third de Minaur. Because they are fine being on defense but they are going to try to turn that point around unquestionably. So like, I go Alcaraz,” he added.

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Djokovic has best mentality, Federer has best forehand: Agassi 

While the likes of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Pete Sampras and John Isner made it to his list, Nadal, his old favourite, failed to make the cut. According to him, Isner has the best serve. Agassi praised Djokovic's mentality, adding that his mental strength has contributed greatly to his success.

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When asked about the best forehand, Agassi named the Swiss legend Roger Federer. However, he admitted that Sampras hit the running forehand better than Federer. Meanwhile, the 54-year-old, the second of only five men in the Open Era to win a career Grand Slam, picked himself up for his backhand.

Notably, Agassi had huge admiration for Rafa in the past. When asked about who would he pick as the GOAT of tennis among the Big 3, the American named the Spaniard at the top, followed by Roger Federer.