Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are against the introduction of a shot clock

The US Open will be the first Grand Slam to implement a 25-second counter between points, with the empathise on the server speeding up their deliveries. However, several big players, such as Nadal and Djokovic, have voiced their concerns about such a rule coming into force. Notably, the pair are two of the biggest perpetrators of procrastination on court, as Djokovic is notorious for bouncing the ball at least 15 times before he delivers, while Nadal always goes to the towel after every point. But Bradshaw thinks it will actually benefit the top players because their opponents will get less rest between points.

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“Both those guys, when they see the time, will adapt,” Bradshaw said. “Rafa, I think it's going to be a benefit, wearing down other guys after chasing down his balls. “There may be some bumps along the way but I think in the long run it's going to be a positive for everybody. “I’m optimistic this is really going to be a big plus.

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“I think there's some anxiety because it's new, but once they get out and try it they will be fine with it. “If you have a great point, people go crazy, they (umpires) will wait until applause dies down. When players hear the score, they know the clock has started. “Umpires will be expected to give a time violation if it goes to zero if they haven't started their motion. “A lot of times it has been common sense to do that. A lot of times it has not. “It's the inconsistency that frustrates the players.”

Kei Nishikori is also against the new rule