Conqueror of his idol Roger Federer in the last 16 of the Australian Open, the rise of Greek youngster Stefanos Tsitsipas is one that appears destined to carry him to the top of the tennis world.
He made no secret of his immense respect for the Swiss star, whose posters coated the walls of Tsitsipas' bedroom as a child, but the 20-year-old Athenian didn't allow sentiment to stand in his way.
"He's a legend of our sport," Tsitsipas said ahead of his clash with the 20-time Grand Slam champion.
"If I thought about it now it's insane I'm in this position where I can actually play him. It's really emotional."
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