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Top Tennis stars and their favorite cheat meals

Check out what tennis legends eat when they take a break from their strict diets, including Nadal's beloved Spanish Tortilla and more, only on Sports.Info

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 Nadal's beloved Spanish Tortilla

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Tennis players are well known for their rigorous training and strict diets in their routine, but even some of the best stalwarts indulge in a cheat meal to satisfy their cravings during their break or after the tournaments. Notably, cheat meals are part of the diet for many top tennis players, allowing them to enjoy their favourite meal while maintaining their training sessions.

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These tennis players balance their intense training regimens with occasional indulgence that reflects personalities. Cheat meals serve as a reminder for every person that even top players also enjoy treating themselves.

In the same vein, here is a detailed listicle showcasing the favourite cheat meals of some of the tennis stars. From eating pizza to chocolates, these players have showcased that balance is key in both diet and life on the court.

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Serena Williams: Pizza and Tacos

Serena Williams: Pizza and Tacos
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Tennis sensation Serena Williams enjoys a variety of cheat meals, like pizza, tacos, fried chicken, and moon pies. The legendary player embraces indulgences, especially after her intense training sessions, to allow herself to enjoy the food. 

She has often been spotted eating pizza during her break times and on her trips with family. The fans have always been pleased with her dynamic choices of cravings.

Novak Djokovic: Chocolate

Novak Djokovic: Chocolate
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The Serbian ace, Novak Djokovic, known for his disciplined diet, eats chocolates as his cheat meal. The 37-year-old tennis star allows himself this sweet treat to satisfy his cravings while maintaining his performance level.

Notably, it has been seen that the Serbian legend often takes chocolates with him during his practice sessions, and many fans have seen him giving him chocolates during their fan meet.

Roger Federer: Chocolate and Ice Cream

Roger Federer: Chocolate and Ice Cream
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The legendary player enjoys a bit of indulgence with chocolate and ice cream. The star player has been known to treat himself occasionally, balancing his health-conscious approach with delightful sweets.

The star player's love for chocolate is particularly strong, a sentiment he attributes to his Swiss heritage. It seems that his approach to food balances healthy eating with enjoyment of the food, showcasing how he maintains a healthy lifestyle.

Rafael Nadal: Spanish Tortilla'

Rafael Nadal: Spanish Tortilla'
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The 22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal's cheat meal is a traditional choice of Spanish food. This dish is made from eggs and potatoes, which reflects that he is connected with his cultural roots, which helps him during his break times.

Rafael Nadal has many times mentioned his desire to expand his recipes, indicating his love for Spanish cuisines.

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Andy Murray: Fish and Chips

Andy Murray: Fish and Chips
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Former British star and three-time Grand Slam winner Andy Murray feels happiness in fish and chips and has a penchant for cuisine. This means it serves as a satisfying reward for him after gruelling matches or training seasons.

It's worth mentioning to note that Andy Murray has a well-documented affinity for sushi as well, which is a staple in his diet. The former Wimbledon champion has been known to consume large amounts of sushi, eating 50 pieces in just one sitting.

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Maria Sharapova: Chocolate

Maria Sharapova: Chocolate
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The star player is well known for eating chocolates. The former world number one indulges in this favourite treat as a way to reward herself after winning the matches or after her practice sessions.

Notably, the star player has experimented with many combinations and flavors, ultimately introducing four types of chocolates with dark, milk, toasted, and milk with strawberry.

Taylor Fritz: Pizza

Taylor Fritz: Pizza
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American tennis star Taylor Fritz has revealed that his cheat meal is pizza, which allows him to unwind and enjoy during a break after his strict diet.

The star player feels that the importance of having cheat meals is to maintain a balanced approach to his diet, stating that being overly strict can detach him from enjoying the food, so he keeps eating and craving pizza.

Daniil Medvedev: Burgers

Daniil Medvedev: Burgers
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The Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev enjoys eating burgers when he takes a break from his intense training. This meal provides him with the satisfaction he craves after his practice session.

The 28-year-old tennis star has openly expressed his fondness for burgers many times, particularly from McDonald's, which he named as a nostalgic treat. Despite his strict diet, Medvedev feels that indulging in fast food on an occasional basis helps him after losses or during downtime.

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Tennis Novak Djokovic ATP Rafael Nadal Roger Federer Serena Williams Daniil Medvedev Andy Murray Maria Sharapova WTA Taylor Fritz
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