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From McEnroe-Sampras to Nadal-Alcaraz: A gallery of tennis’ cross-generational rivalries
Look back at five of tennis’ signature cross-generational rivalries, each in their own way showcasing legends in both battle and transition.
Published May 06, 2022
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Federer served and volleyed 109 times during his 7-6 (7), 5-7, 6-4, 6-7 (2), 7-5 win over Sampras.
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1999 was a fitting transitional year for Graf and Williams, two of the greatest players ever, to play two scintillating matches.
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McEnroe was 31 years old when he faced a 19-year-old Sampras at the US Open.
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“His will to fight surprised me,” Agassi said of Connors. “It was so intense you could feel it.''
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Up against 14-year-old Austin, Evert felt she was about to compete against a younger version of herself—an awareness that inspired dread.
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