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ROGER FEDERER.
RAFAEL NADAL.
NOVAK DJOKOVIC.

At the highest echelons of tennis, a few names stand out. Dominating the rankings, these famous big hitters are unarguably among the finest players in the world, with multiple Grand Slams to their credit. But how do today’s champions compare with those of earlier eras? From ‘Big’ Bill Tilden and Pancho Gonzalez to Rod Laver and Pete Sampras, who makes the grade as the greatest male singles player of all time?

Better known as the Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow has enjoyed a successful dual career in the tennis world as competitive junior player and qualified coach. Ideally placed to argue the merits of the maestros, in this fascinating guide he sets out to determine just who is the greatest of the greats.

It is no easy task. Court surfaces and ball speeds have changed, racket technology has revolutionised the game, and trying to distinguish the best from the rest is as challenging as it is enjoyable. Drawing on published records of past glories, and offering his own analysis and reasoning, Bercow describes the accomplishments of twenty all-time tennis heroes and suggests a hall of fame from the unashamed vantage point of the lifelong enthusiast. Let the debate begin…

Out In June


Reviews

Bercow's prose is elegant, his arguments persuasive, his critiques fascinating.

Neil Harman, The Times tennis correspondent and author of Court Confidential

Number 4: Top 10 Tennis Books

The Visitor

An excellent and enjoyable read.

Barry Cowan, Sky Sports tennis commentator and former tennis pro
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