![Knowing how important Federer was for Nadal to become an even greater tennis player, that's the generosity of tennis, seeing the opponent as an inspiration" - Gustavo Kuerten Knowing how important Federer was for Nadal to become an even greater tennis player, that's the generosity of tennis, seeing the opponent as an inspiration" - Gustavo Kuerten](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2022/10/f21ee-16646134848592-1920.jpg)
Knowing how important Federer was for Nadal to become an even greater tennis player, that's the generosity of tennis, seeing the opponent as an inspiration" - Gustavo Kuerten
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Switzerlands Roger Federer returns volley to Brazils Gustavo Kuerten during play at the Pacific Life Open in Indian Wells, California March 12, 2003. REUTERS/Mike Blake MB Stock Photo - Alamy
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Spain's Rafael Nadal (L) with his Philippe Chatrier Trophy and Switzerland's Roger Federer (R) pose with former winner Gustavo Kuerten (C) after the Men's Singles Final at the Roland Garros stadium in
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