Roger Federer

In a year that saw Roger Federer win seven titles after playing a limited number of games, ATP chief Chris Kermode has admitted that there could be changes made to the tennis schedule.

Roger Federer beat Marin Cilic in 2017 to win his record eighth Wimbledon title beating the record set by American tennis legend Pete Sampras.

Rafael Nadal won six titles and two Grand Slams - the French and the US Open - and ended the year as the world number one.

Roger Federer has begun preparations for the 2018 campaign after hinting that he could again play a limited schedule similar to 2017.

Former world number one Lleyton Hewitt believes Roger Federer played the best he ever has against Rafael Nadal in 2017 as he went unbeaten against the Spaniard in four meetings.

Former Wimbledon finalist Mark Philippoussis has revealed why he believes Roger Federer trumps Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray as the greatest of all time.

Roger Federer played just 57 matches in 2017 and only lost five times, while Nadal played 78 matches losing 11 times.

Rafael Nadal ended the 2017 season with a knee injury that forced him to pull out midway from the Paris Masters and the ATP Finals in London.

Rafael Nadal is convinced that Federer is the best in the history of the sport, but claims Djokovic is better on a technical level.

The Rafael Nadal Academy hosts the Ten Pro Global Junior Tour which has made a promise to help young tennis stars to reach their potential.

World number four Alexander Zverev responded to recent criticism that there must be something wrong with the younger stars if Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are winning.

Stepanek was confirmed as the latest addition to Djokovic's backroom staff last week and he will work together with Andre Agassi.

Andre Agassi has arrived in Monte Carlo to begin preparations for the 2018 season with Novak Djokovic, who was forced to end his 2017 campaign in July due to an elbow injury.

Federer's appraisal of the Russian has led her to appreciate his kindness, something that has escalated the Swissman to be the coolest in the eyes of Kuznetsova.

World number 38 Alexandr Dolgopolov has detailed the differences between Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic from his experiences while playing against the trio.

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer teaming up for the inaugural Laver Cup in September has been nominated by Laureus for sporting moment of the year.

World number two Roger Federer has revealed his goals for 2018 as he looks to emulate what has been a "surprising" year of results.

Former world number one Marat Safin believes Alexander Zverev is the one youngster who is capable of challenging and succeeding Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.

Rafael Nadal has put his love for water sports on hold owing to his knee injuries. He hopes to resume it later in life.

Roger Federer came back from a lengthy injury layoff in 2017 to win seven titles, including two Grand Slams.

Stan Wawrinka was left stunned by Magnus Norman's decision to end their coaching partnership but is considering Paul Annacoe as his replacement.

Djokovic and Murray ended their 2016 season after Wimbledon owing to injury and will return to action in January 2018.

The Spaniard has won six titles in 2017, which include two Grand Slams – the French and the US Open, only bettered by Roger Federer.

Marat Safin has questioned the quality of the younger generation after Nadal and Federer dominate 2017 season.

Radek Stepanek announced his retirement earlier this month owing to fitness issues and will now continue his tennis career as a coach.

World number two Roger Federer claims he is not thinking about retirement for now after the 36-year-old's remarkable year that saw him win seven titles, including two Grand Slams.

Martina Hingis won the first of her 25 Grand Slam titles in 1997 before Federer and Wawrinka won their first major titles in 2003 and 2014 respectively.

Andy Murray ended his season after his quarter-final loss at Wimbledon in July this year owing to a long standing hip injury.

Lewis Hamilton compared his F1 title battle with Sebastian Vettel to the matches between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has revealed how he wants to stamp his mark and create a legacy similar to the likes of Roger Federer, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.