Avoided both at least
We still might get even a bagel lol
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We still might get even a bagel lol
Kotetsu534
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The volley at 15-15 was unreal. I doubt Djokovic has hit a cross-court passing shot that good and lost the point more than 10 times in his career. Still expect Murray to choke/get mind gamed.
killer_clank
Member
wow
Diprosalic
Banned
killer_clank
Member
well this is a good match.
perfectchaos007
Member
This chair hates Murray lol
Diprosalic
Banned
funny that we soon have 2 swiss players in the WTA top 10 yet we don't have a single WTA tournament here. they can't even do their job at home.
EdibleExplosives
Member
Fucking hell, that game felt like it was never going to end.
killer_clank
Member
oh thank christ for that. brutal.
You had a great one in Zurich before that stupid Asia push began.
EdibleExplosives
Member
Got a feeling there's a choke coming, I really hope I'm wrong.
killer_clank
Member
oh fuck this
tycoonheart
Member
Classic Murray!!
EdibleExplosives
Member
Thank fuck I was wrong.
killer_clank
Member
YES YES YES FINALLY THE STREAK IS OVER YES
Kotetsu534
Member
Nobody beats Andy Murray 9 times in a row!
And good lord, 3 hours of that, and there weren't even any tie-breakers or 7-5 sets. I'm sweating just after watching all the excruciating holds in the third set. Well done Andy!
Novak's 3rd loss of the year (well, 4th including Karlovic in Doha), but still only two players have won Masters 1000 titles this season. Can't wait for Cincy and the USO, especially with Murray as the new World #2.
(Wait, has somebody beaten Andy 9 times in a row?)
And good lord, 3 hours of that, and there weren't even any tie-breakers or 7-5 sets. I'm sweating just after watching all the excruciating holds in the third set. Well done Andy!
Novak's 3rd loss of the year (well, 4th including Karlovic in Doha), but still only two players have won Masters 1000 titles this season. Can't wait for Cincy and the USO, especially with Murray as the new World #2.
killer_clank
Member
this prize money stuff is super tacky :/
Rafa=FedKilla
Banned
This may just be the catalyst to awaken Harrison's potential.
D
Deleted member 231381
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little late but yeeeessssss murray get in there
it was actually easier than i thought it would be, to be honest - the scoreline flattered Djokovic and I felt Murray was the better player for large stretches of the match. So aggressive in the third set, it was lovely to watch.
it was actually easier than i thought it would be, to be honest - the scoreline flattered Djokovic and I felt Murray was the better player for large stretches of the match. So aggressive in the third set, it was lovely to watch.
perfectchaos007
Member
Ernie is playing in a freaking challenger this week. From 1 point away from beating Djokovic in a masters 1000, to playing in a challenger.....tennis is a cruel sport
perfectchaos007
Member
Now watch the ATP is going to test Djokovic for marijuana, it will come back positive for trace amounts due to second hand smoke, and then they'll hammer him with a 2 year suspension.
Yeah, no, whatever he inhaled in such circumstances would result in untraceable amounts. And him stating he was getting dizzy was a lie, it is a very stinging and unpleasant (if you're not used to it) smell though.
perfectchaos007
Member
Madison Keys crushed Timea Baczinski. Maybe Timea's style just doesn't translate on hard courts.
Rafa=FedKilla
Banned
Future U.S. Open final tomorrow between Borna Coric and Alexander Zverev.
perfectchaos007
Member
Kokkinakis is waiting for the winner between Kyrgios and Gasquet. I'm pulling for a Kokkinakis vs. Kyrgios sledging fest
Rafa=FedKilla
Banned
Nah those brahs are just brahs.
Ozzy Onya A2Z
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Cool we could see a boo-o-meter for the crowd participation.
perfectchaos007
Member
FortuneFaded
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Nick booed on his way to court. Big cheer for Richard.
D
Deleted member 231381
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I think Zverev's best possible result is another Raonic, to be honest. The movement isn't there.
EDIT: Not to say Raonic's career is bad, by any means, I just can't see him as a Slam winner.
TBH it's hard to see anyone new as a slam winner, the overall level isn't there compared to the level youngsters displayed a decade ago. But eventually the current top players will decline and someone will step up to the challenge, they'll likely possess a different mix then the defensive oriented Nadal and Djokovic.
FortuneFaded
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7 double faults by Kyrgios in just 12 games.
Lone_Prodigy
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Which is better for a beginner recreational player? One is bigger and heavier: does that mean a bigger sweet spot and more control?
https://www.head.com/tennis/products/racquets/tour-speed/graphene-xt-speed-lite/8277/?region=eu
Graphene XT Speed Lite
Weight (unstrung) 260 g / 9.2 oz
Beam 24 mm
Head size 660 cm² / 102 in²
Balance 340 mm / even
Length Standard, 685 mm / 27 in
Grip size 0-5
String pattern 16/19
https://www.head.com/tennis/product...nct/graphene-xt-instinct-lite/8365/?region=eu
Graphene XT Instinct Lite
Weight (unstrung) 280 g / 9.9 oz
Beam 24/26/23 mm
Head size 690 cm² / 107 in²
Balance 330 mm - 2⁄3 in HL
Length 690 mm - 27.2 in
Grip size 0-5
String pattern 16/19
https://www.head.com/tennis/products/racquets/tour-speed/graphene-xt-speed-lite/8277/?region=eu
Graphene XT Speed Lite
Weight (unstrung) 260 g / 9.2 oz
Beam 24 mm
Head size 660 cm² / 102 in²
Balance 340 mm / even
Length Standard, 685 mm / 27 in
Grip size 0-5
String pattern 16/19
https://www.head.com/tennis/product...nct/graphene-xt-instinct-lite/8365/?region=eu
Graphene XT Instinct Lite
Weight (unstrung) 280 g / 9.9 oz
Beam 24/26/23 mm
Head size 690 cm² / 107 in²
Balance 330 mm - 2⁄3 in HL
Length 690 mm - 27.2 in
Grip size 0-5
String pattern 16/19
perfectchaos007
Member
US Open Wild cards have been announced. All Americans except for a few
Bethany Mattek Sands
Louisa Chirico
Samantha Crawford
Nicole Gibbs
Sofia Kenin
Jamie Loeb
Sachia Vickery
Oceane Dodin (FRA)
Ryan Harrison
Jared Donaldson
Bjorn Fratangelo
Austin Krajicek
Ryan Shane
Francis Tiafoe
Pierre-Hughes Herbert (FRA)
Lleyton Hewitt (AUS)
Surprise ommisions, imo, were Cici Bellis, and Robby Genepri. The former being last years darling, and the latter is a former US-Open semi-Finalist who is retiring at the end of the year
Bethany Mattek Sands
Louisa Chirico
Samantha Crawford
Nicole Gibbs
Sofia Kenin
Jamie Loeb
Sachia Vickery
Oceane Dodin (FRA)
Ryan Harrison
Jared Donaldson
Bjorn Fratangelo
Austin Krajicek
Ryan Shane
Francis Tiafoe
Pierre-Hughes Herbert (FRA)
Lleyton Hewitt (AUS)
Surprise ommisions, imo, were Cici Bellis, and Robby Genepri. The former being last years darling, and the latter is a former US-Open semi-Finalist who is retiring at the end of the year
Kotetsu534
Member
Bencic defeats Kerber in a close match, 7-5, 6-3. Again she shows her mental strength after losing her serve while a break up at 3-2 only to immediately break back after Kerber had several points to hold.
Since starting her grass court season at s'Hertogenbosch, Bencic is 20-2, losing to Giorgi in the s'Hertogenbosch final and to Azarenka at Wimbledon (while winning Eastbourne and Toronto).
Since starting her grass court season at s'Hertogenbosch, Bencic is 20-2, losing to Giorgi in the s'Hertogenbosch final and to Azarenka at Wimbledon (while winning Eastbourne and Toronto).
Diprosalic
Banned
shows huge mental toughness winning that match so close after her biggest triumph.