Lindsay Davenport Names the GOAT, and It’s Not Federer, Nadal, or Djokovic

Lindsay Davenport Names the GOAT and It’s Not Federer Nadal or Djokovic

Lindsay Davenport Names the GOAT, and It’s Not Federer, Nadal, or Djokovic

Tennis legend Lindsay Davenport has never been one to shy away from strong opinions, and when it comes to the greatest player of all time, her choice is clear—and it’s not Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, or Novak Djokovic. Instead, the former World No. 1 puts Serena Williams at the top of her list, citing her dominance in both singles and doubles, her longevity, and her incredible achievement of winning a Grand Slam while pregnant.

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During a Tennis Channel discussion in 2020, Davenport explained her reasoning: “Serena Williams is the greatest of all time in my opinion. If you consider not only the singles, but also the doubles. Her longevity. And I give her extra points for winning a major while pregnant.” It’s hard to argue with that. Williams boasts 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in the Open Era, and she also has 14 Grand Slam doubles titles alongside her sister Venus. On top of that, she’s a four-time Olympic gold medalist and the only player—male or female—to achieve three Career Golden Slams.

Davenport’s ranking of the all-time greats didn’t stop there. She placed Steffi Graf at No. 2, highlighting Graf’s incredible consistency and 22 Grand Slam titles. Graf dominated women’s tennis for over a decade, holding a Top 2 ranking for more than ten years.

When it came to the men, Davenport gave Federer and Nadal a tie for third place. At the time of her ranking, Federer led the Grand Slam count with 20, while Nadal had 19 and Djokovic 17. She also included tennis greats like Rod Laver, Martina Navratilova, Billie Jean King, Chris Evert, and Pete Sampras in her top players list.

Davenport’s own legacy in tennis is remarkable. A three-time Grand Slam singles champion, she won the US Open in 1998, Wimbledon in 1999, and the Australian Open in 2000. She also clinched Olympic gold in 1996 and held the year-end No. 1 ranking four times. Her dominance wasn’t limited to singles—she won three Grand Slam doubles titles and played a key role in the United States’ Fed Cup victories.

Even after retiring, Davenport’s influence on the sport continued. She transitioned into coaching, mentoring Madison Keys, and became a respected tennis analyst. Her deep understanding of the game gives weight to her GOAT ranking, and while fans may continue to debate the greatest player of all time, one thing is certain—Serena Williams has left an unmatched legacy in tennis.

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