Rafael Nadal was snubbed by Arthur Fery, who named Nick Kyrgios and Gael Monfils as his favourite tennis players to watch.
What happened?
Fery, the young Brit who made it to the quarter-finals at Wimbledon, revealed his preferred players in an interview back in 2020.
Why it matters for Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal, along with Roger Federer, is often considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time, but Fery's admission shows that the younger generation of players may have different idols.
What comes next?
Fery's comments may spark a debate about the most exciting players to watch in tennis, with some arguing that Nadal and Federer's consistent dominance is what makes the sport great, while others prefer the unpredictability of players like Kyrgios and Monfils.
Fery's stunning five-set victory over Grigor Dimitrov set up a quarter-final showdown with Flavio Cobolli on Wednesday.
The 23-year-old Brit acknowledged the greatness of Federer and Nadal but preferred the showmanship of Kyrgios and Monfils.
"I would love to say Federer and Nadal, but I like Kyrgios, I like Monfils, those guys," Fery said.
Fery's comments were made before his remarkable exploits at SW19, where he became the first British wildcard to reach the quarter-finals at a Grand Slam in the Open Era.
Federer, who was present to witness Fery's match against Dimitrov, was named the greatest player of all time by Fery following his triumph.
Fery told BBC Sport: "It's been the story of the tournament for me. I was really close to losing my last round as well and again today, a breakdown in the fourth."
The young Brit added that he grew up watching matches on the same court and was thrilled to be playing in front of a supportive crowd.
Fery's victory over Dimitrov was a major upset, and his comments about his favourite players will likely generate interest among tennis fans.
The Wimbledon sensation will look to continue his impressive run in the tournament, and his comments about Nadal and Federer will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike.
Fery's preference for Kyrgios and Monfils may be seen as a sign of the changing times in tennis, with younger players looking up to different idols and seeking to make their mark on the sport.
The debate about the most exciting players to watch in tennis will likely continue, with Fery's comments adding fuel to the fire.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Fery to see if he can continue his impressive run and make a name for himself in the tennis world.
The young Brit's comments about Nadal and Federer will be remembered as a bold statement from a player who is not afraid to speak his mind.
Fery's stunning victory over Dimitrov will be remembered as one of the highlights of the tournament, and his comments about his favourite players will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike.