I've been saying this for 30Y. the top players in history care more about the slams. Just like golf, the majors count the most.
i know Thiem is a nice young player, i like the kid. i know he is strong on clay. i also know he beat Rafa on clay at a smaller tourney lately, but has NO chance to beat Rafa unless Rafa gets hurt.
RAFA WINS FRENCH #11 ON SUNDAY AND SLAM #17 !!!!!