Why compare Grigor Dimitrov and Roger Federer?

Dimitrov has often been compared to Federer due to their similar playing styles. While Dimitrov has never beaten Federer in a head-to-head match, he has had some close calls and has been praised for his ability to push the Swiss star to his limits.

Grigor Dimitrov

Key numbers

  • Career wins479
  • Career losses310
  • Career titles9
  • Career ATP rankingWorld No. 3
  • Career prize money$31,813,611

Top honours

  • ATP Finals champion2017
  • French Open quarterfinalist2024
  • ATP Tour title winner9
  • Highest ATP rankingWorld No. 3
  • Balkan Athlete of the Year2017
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Roger Federer

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Key numbers

  • Career Singles Record1251–275
  • Career Singles Titles103
  • Highest ATP RankingNo. 1
  • Weeks at No. 1310 weeks
  • Consecutive Weeks at No. 1237 weeks

Top honours

  • Grand Slam Singles Titles20 titles including a record 8 Wimbledon titles
  • ATP Tour Titles103 titles, second-most in the Open Era
  • Year-End No. 15 times
  • Davis Cup Champion2014 with Switzerland
  • Olympic Gold Medal in Doubles2008