Rafael Nadal has opened up on his fierce rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, claiming one of the pair was "in his hands" during the peak of his career

Rafael Nadal spent years locked in a fierce rivalry with Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. The Big Three dominated the sport, occupying the world No. 1 spot for years and winning 66 Grand Slam titles between them.

Rafael Nadal's rivalry with Roger Federer is remembered as one of the greatest in sports history. Recently, the Spanish tennis star appeared on Andy Roddick’s YouTube podcast, where he discussed his rivalries with Federer and

Rafael Nadal announced his retirement last year, drawing curtains to a glittering career which also saw him 22 major titles (including a record 14 French Open titles). Nadal’s departure from the ATP circuit also saw Novak Djokovic being left alone as the only active member of the Big Three.

Rafael Nadal reflected on the aspect of his rivalry with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic that he is most proud of, as they inspired the new generation of players.

Rafael Nadal's clashes against Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic are firmly cemented in tennis folklore, and the Spaniard has shed light on such competitiveness.

Rafael Nadal was involved in a fierce rivalry with both Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer but has now explained the key difference between the two multi-Grand Slam champions

Rafael Nadal has given his verdict on why tennis fans enjoyed this rivalry with Roger Federer more than his battles with Novak Djokovic. In an interview with former world No 1 Andy Roddick on his Served podcast,