Men’s tennis trailblazers: Top 10 pioneers in Grand Slam tournaments

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There have been great tennis players whose legacies, impact on the sport, and achievements are felt up to this day. They were pioneers of their time and era and set new benchmarks for what was possible with tennis. Here are the top 10 legends in Grand Slam tournaments who transformed the sport for the better.

10. John McEnroe

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9. Ivan Lendl

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8. Andre Agassi

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7. Bjorn Borg

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6. Rod Laver

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5. Roy Emerson

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4. Pete Sampras

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3. Roger Federer

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2. Rafael Nadal

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1. Novak Djokovic

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