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In 2001, the seeds at grand slams were extended in number from 16 to 32, offering better protection for top players. Arguably this helped Federer set his astonishing records for consecutive SF and QF appearances. It also seems likely that it helped Rafa to win an utterly unprecedented number of titles at Roland-Garros.
Generally, it must be a contributing factor to the consistency of the Big 3 at slam level, especially in latter years when conserving energy in early rounds is so vital for veterans. My question is: How much of a factor has it been?
Generally, it must be a contributing factor to the consistency of the Big 3 at slam level, especially in latter years when conserving energy in early rounds is so vital for veterans. My question is: How much of a factor has it been?