The Old Tennis Thread

[Iceman]

gonna go to a third day?

[Wildcat!]

he is knackered! :laugh:

[Smithy]

We want more!?!?!?!


**** You Idiots!!

[Iceman]

lovin the crowd

[Wildcat!]

How can these sados boo someone who have played for 59-59 set! Wghat a bunch of muppets !! :mad:

[Iceman]

theyre gonna stop now

[Iceman]

absolutely insane from these 2

[Wildcat!]

No one is gonna win! They dont have the strenght to break the other player. If they rest maybe someone can break tomorrow!

[Iceman]

exactly 10 hours

[MissKittyFantastico]

They stopping yeah?

At least whoever wins will then get half a days break? Because they cant make them finish that game and then play again later?

This is nuts

[Wildcat!]

And these sado journalist as well! I will tell them to Fcuk off!!! I ma knackered!

[Iceman]

i cant wait to watch tomorrow now!

[Shaun]

poor bastards, they must be in agony.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Seriously they will feel 100 times worse tomorrow when they've stiffened up from that marathon today, no way they could have kept going though

[Iceman]

poor bastards, they must be in agony.

its crazy

[Shaun]

still, what a legacy and record to have.

[Iceman]

still, what a legacy and record to have.

god yeah im sure they know that neither has a chamce to win the tournament, but to keep this going.......its spectacular!

[BigSister]

that match was epic

[MissKittyFantastico]

In other news Feddy dropped another set today and came close to dropping two, and they said he would walk through these early rounds :)

[Iceman]

hasn't Isner got a doubles match tomorrow????

[BigSister]

Yeah was supposed to be today but they cancelled it

[Iceman]

so probably a friday start if he can play.

[Lee.]

Who was that hot guy I just saw being interviewed?!

[Lee.]

Aah.. Murrays next opponent :)

[Kerry]

I don't watch tennis but heard about the 10 hour match. Bleeeeeedin' 'ell

[Lee.]

I don't watch tennis but heard about the 10 hour match. Bleeeeeedin' 'ell

It was absolutely unbelievable Kerry!! It's just started again on BBC! :)

[Kerry]

It was absolutely unbelievable Kerry!! It's just started again on BBC! :)

I've got the footie on. Not keen on tennis. I'll be having strawberries and cream though :D

[Lee.]

Phew.. well done to Isner :) I really feel for Mahut though :)

[Smithy]

Finally it's over :O

*collapses*

[MissKittyFantastico]

Well done Isner, really wanted him to be the one to go through, though he'll more than likely be out next round.

Amazing by both of them.

[BigSister]

That was just like woah ^)^

[MissKittyFantastico]

Yay showing Rafa v Haase now :) going with serve at the moment.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Rafa 2-1 down, this Haase is playing really well, Rafa seems a bit off today.

[Wildcat!]

Poor Isner, is getting beat down, by some unknown dude. ANd the stadium is full LOL! Talk about band wagon!
But seriously, Wimbledon needs to change that 5th set rule. Its ridiculous. Hes played a set that went 79-78 or something, and is expected to play the next day? Thats stupid. I kmnow it was historic, brave etc...But whats the point? Now he is useless, as he should be. They should stop it when it reaches like 15 or 20 at the most. Then hAVE a tie break. At l;east that way, the winner might have an outside chance of being competitive the next mATch. Because right now, its even sad to see him p0lay!

[setanta]

Nadal struggled through today in 5 sets. He doesn't look quite right at the moment but hopefully a days rest will help with things.

[arista]

http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Sport/Pix/pictures/2010/6/29/1277819002992/Frustration-for-Venus-Wil-006.jpg

Yes Justice
Venice is Out.


Tsvetana Pironkova wins 6-2, 6-3 .


Well Done the Bulgarian.


I am Sick of the Greedy Williams Sisters.


This is Great News.

[BigSister]

Serena will probably win anyway but yeah good for the game

[Lee.]

Oooft.. Fed's having a spot of bother!

[MissKittyFantastico]

Oooft.. Fed's having a spot of bother!

Berdych could honestly win the whole thing with how well he is playing.

I'm personally loving seeing Roger struggling so much, the commentators are always so far up his arse as well it actually makes me want to puke.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Ahahahahahahahahaha!!!

Feddy is out!!!!! *does a happy dance*

Fantastic play from Berdych, well deserved.

[Lee.]

Ahahahahahahahahaha!!!

Feddy is out!!!!! *does a happy dance*

Fantastic play from Berdych, well deserved.

Aw.. I'm sad a bit for him.. but it makes it a bit more exciting now :)

[setanta]

Well done Berdych. Held your nerve there for a great victory.

Did you see the Federer was on the verge of tears for a split second there? ha ha ha ha

[Lee.]

Well done Berdych. Held your nerve there for a great victory.

Did you see the Federer was on the verge of tears for a split second there? ha ha ha ha

Hahah.. you're cruel!!

[setanta]

Nadal lost first set. Feck.

[Shaun]

Aaaw. Jen'll be gutted.

[Lee.]

More importantly.. 'mon the Murray! :)

[MissKittyFantastico]

More importantly.. 'mon the Murray! :)

No no no vamos Rafa! :p

[Lee.]

No no no vamos Rafa! :p

After all the bloody support I gave you're bloody country throughout their World Cup stint?? Come on! I think the least you can do is cheer on the Scot! :D

[MissKittyFantastico]

Nadal lost first set. Feck.

It's alright, he's 3-0 up in the second, he's fired up now :)

[MissKittyFantastico]

After all the bloody support I gave you're bloody country throughout their World Cup stint?? Come on! I think the least you can do is cheer on the Scot! :D

Pfffffffffft! What was it you had again? A Texan brother in law, a long lost Slovenian aunt and a third cousin twice removed from Algeria? :p

[Lee.]

Pfffffffffft! What was it you had again? A Texan brother in law, a long lost Slovenian aunt and a third cousin twice removed from Algeria? :p

Erm.. no! It was a Slovenian uncle! :D

[setanta]

Erm.. no! It was a Slovenian uncle! :D

And I have a German cousin too!

[MissKittyFantastico]

Both of you are very silly :nono:

[setanta]

No it's true, I actually do. Was delighted for her on Sunday.

[Lee.]

And I have a German cousin too!

Funnily enough.. I forgot to mention that my cousin's wife's sister's nephew is German also :D

[Lee.]

Both of you are very silly :nono:

:laugh2: me? silly? :nono:

[MissKittyFantastico]

Rafa v Murray it is then in the second semi final!

Should be an amazing match up, I'm backing Rafa to just take it but can see it definitely going to 5 sets.

Berdych will beat Djokovich as well I think.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Hopefully over rated murrey will lose and then the news and papers can shut the hell up about him. A 2 year old has a better chance of winning then he does!

[setanta]

Well, Federer has done it again.... says he has a back problem now and that's why he's not winning. The guy is an absolute moron.

[Lee.]

Well, Federer has done it again.... says he has a back problem now and that's why he's not winning. The guy is an absolute moron.

:laugh: Maybe he has got a back problem?!
I can't wait for Friday now! :)

[MissKittyFantastico]

You are ****ing kidding me?!!

Oh my days, my hatred for the man has just grown even more, he can never give anyone any credit, he was clearly outplayed. What a tosser.

[setanta]

Yep, just read it. Something about his back causing him problems and not allowing him to play at his best. I seriously can't stand the man.

[Lee.]

You two are ruining my Fed love!!
I'm kind of having doubts about him now! :nono:

[setanta]

You two are ruining my Fed love!!
I'm kind of having doubts about him now! :nono:

Everytime he loses he comes up with an excuse Lee. He's a donkey. Has a real problem with complimenting others on their play, and if he does, he allows mentions his own difficulties on the court. Nump.

[King Gizzard]

http://www.poster.net/henman-tim/henman-tim-photo-xl-tim-henman-6223782.jpg

[MissKittyFantastico]

Sorry Lee, but honestly he really is a terribly sore loser and an arrogant twonk. He's an amazing player fair play but he's not a good sportsman imo. Rafa is everything good about the game today, not Roger.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Bugger off Tim!!!

[setanta]

Yep, Rafa is a legend. Humble and a great sportsman. The same person whether he wins or loses. Roger is an arrogant git.

[King Gizzard]

http://www.tribuneindia.com/2005/20050503/sp3.jpg

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Bugger off Tim!!!

At least Tim was more likeable than murrey :dance:

[setanta]

http://images1.makefive.com/images/200913/2a55f24cf75afdb6.jpg

[MissKittyFantastico]

At least Tim was more likeable than murrey :dance:

Haha yeah this is very true :)

Greg Rusedski I loved him too, such a nice guy.

[King Gizzard]

http://www.absolutely.net/wenn/tennis_4_wenn416861.jpg

He was a dab hand with the racket

[MissKittyFantastico]

http://iyousef.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/rafael-nadal-wimbledon-trophy_1009071.jpg

You should all kiss his feet :) King Rafa <3

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Nathan dont give me nightmares

[setanta]

Nobody liked Stefen Edberg?

[King Gizzard]

N8gbgse0WsY

best thing ever

[MissKittyFantastico]

http://auntiefashion.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/john-mcenroe.jpg

Legend.


Is that where Djokovich takes the piss out of other tennis players Nayfun? He does a wicked impression of Rafa :laugh:

[Lee.]

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd56/akdominie/Lleyton_Hewitt1.jpg

Oh hello

[King Gizzard]

http://auntiefashion.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/john-mcenroe.jpg

Legend.


Is that where Djokovich takes the piss out of other tennis players Nayfun? He does a wicked impression of Rafa :laugh:


you gotta watch it all now!!!

he takes the piss outa mcinroe then mcinroe comes on and they have a mini game, mcinroe takes the piss outta him by bouncing the ball 4944848 times and the banter goes on for a while lol

[setanta]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QSK9t6OrgU

Anybody see that charity match between Agassi/Nadal and Federer/Sampras. Agassi and Sampras have a few words.... gets a bit heated. Cringey stuff.

[setanta]

N8gbgse0WsY

best thing ever

Yeah, I love that one.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Yeah I saw that James when it was on SKY, really really cringey stuff!

I knew they hated each other but wow, this was years ago.

[MissKittyFantastico]

you gotta watch it all now!!!

he takes the piss outa mcinroe then mcinroe comes on and they have a mini game, mcinroe takes the piss outta him by bouncing the ball 4944848 times and the banter goes on for a while lol

Okay calm down I'm watching it!!!!!!!!!

McEnroe actually makes me cry with laughter, he's an amazing guy.

[setanta]

Yeah I saw that James when it was on SKY, really really cringey stuff!

I knew they hated each other but wow, this was years ago.

Poor Nadal and Federer didn't know where to look!

[MissKittyFantastico]

Tie break to decide the second set.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Oh damn come on Nadel, hit that ball into his balls

[setanta]

Berdych showing the same kinda form that he displayed at the French. Seems to have matured as a player and he'll be a tough opponent for either of them.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

ah my mum is watching it in the other room and i can hear them **** crowd cheering him on >:(

[Chels]

Come on Andy pull it together! Nadal is raping him in this tiebreak.

[KG.]

Yes Nadal!!

[MissKittyFantastico]

YES!!

Rafa 2-0 up now :)

[DrunkerThanMoses]

2-0 :)

[setanta]

Vamos Rafa!

[MissKittyFantastico]

Oh dear, Murray having a paddy :laugh:

[Mark]

Someone give Murray his dummy and tell him to jog on.

GO NADAL!

[KG.]

Murray really needs a slap.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

whats murrey doing, is he angry?

[MissKittyFantastico]

He threw his racket when he lost that set Jon

He still has anger issues I think

[MissKittyFantastico]

Awww **** Murray breaks him in the first game of the third set

[arista]

Yes Nadal will Win


2 - O to Nadal.


Murray is Stiff
and not up to Top Level here.

[arista]

He threw his racket when he lost that set Jon

He still has anger issues I think



Yes thats Why I do not want him winning here
No Top player needs that Pathetic Display.

[setanta]

Yes Nadal will Win


2 - O to Nadal.


Murray is Stiff
and not up to Top Level here.

Murray is up to the top level, just got unlucky in the tiebreak, that's all.

I want Nadal to win but don't be talking rubbish Arista.

[arista]

Murray is up to the top level, just got unlucky in the tiebreak, that's all.

I want Nadal to win but don't be talking rubbish Arista.


He Could be at Top Level
but his Attitude is all Wrong
So Piss Off Murray

[MissKittyFantastico]

Yes Nadal will Win


2 - O to Nadal.


Murray is Stiff
and not up to Top Level here.

I wouldn't say that Arista, Murray is in his best form in a long time.

I just think his lack of mental composure lets him down and it's what will stop him winning a Grand Slam imho.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

So he wins this set, hes still losing but one :)

[setanta]

He Could be at Top Level
but his Attitude is all Wrong
So Piss Off Murray

So it's just fluke that he's in the semi final of Wimbledon and has reached two slam finals Arista? Please, don't give me that. Far too many people are too quick to put the guy down.

[MissKittyFantastico]

It was alway be Henman Hill and not Murray Mount :nono:

[bbfan1991]

Damn Murray nearly has the set won:(.

[MissKittyFantastico]

The longer the match goes though Reggie, the more it favours Rafa I'd say.

I'm not panicking yet ;)

[bbfan1991]

Rafa is back to his best:cool:.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Rafa broke back and seems to be dominating now, Murray is fading already.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Thank God

[Big Brother Fan]

Come on Rafa!!

[MissKittyFantastico]

Murray serving to stay in the match.....

[bbfan1991]

I so prefer Nadal over the class act that is Federer, he's my favourite player:D.

Murray is good but still nowhere in that league for sure!.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Yay Reggie! I've supported Rafa over Roger for years :) He's such a lovely guy as well as a great player, and he's worked so hard to improve on all surfaces, he deserves to be #1 again :)

Oooooh Rafa nearly got him!!!!

[MissKittyFantastico]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!! !!!

Rafa is in the final!!!!!!!!

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Yay

[bbfan1991]

Yeah Rafael seems a really nice guy with a good personality:).

So glad he's in the final, well deserved:cheer::dance::cool:.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Awww I like how he hugged Murray and said a few words, you wouldnt see Roger do that.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Vamos Rafa! Now go on and get that title back :)

Will be a very much tougher match against Berdych though.

[setanta]

Rafa applauding Murray as they walked off the court. What a man. Vamos Rafa!

[arista]

So it's just fluke that he's in the semi final of Wimbledon and has reached two slam finals Arista? Please, don't give me that. Far too many people are too quick to put the guy down.



No Fluke
But Nadal is So far above the Stiff Ass Murray Level
Fact.

[setanta]

Rafa, you're a legend! That's a sportsman.

[MissKittyFantastico]

Rafa is just such a nice guy, being lovely about Murray in his post match interview as well.

[DrunkerThanMoses]

Looks like scottish murrey will be going home alone!

[setanta]

No Fluke
But Nadal is So far above the Stiff Ass Murray Level
Fact.

Yeah, that's why Rafa calls Murray one of the greats of the game and that he'll definitely win a slam.

Rafa is an extraordinary sportsman... superman basically. He's in a different league to everyone when it concerns the big points.... and that's all that was in it.

[bbfan1991]

Sportsmanship from Rafa:thumbs:.

[Iceman]

Rafa is a great in the game always has kind words of whoever he plays........unlike some former wibledon champions......

[setanta]

Rafa is a great in the game always has kind words of whoever he plays........unlike some former wibledon champions......

Indeed Eoin, indeedy.

[Iceman]

i meant wimbledon not wibledon LOL

[Iceman]

Indeed Eoin, indeedy.

Yeah thers a certain one who i always remember being too cocky......i couldnt give a flying fook if you have so many titles and achievements......

[setanta]

Yeah thers a certain one who i always remember being too cocky......i couldnt give a flying fook if you have so many titles and achievements......

Certain players can't treat losing and winning the same way. Rafa can. That's the difference and that's why he's the greatest tennis player in the world.

[Iceman]

Certain players can't treat losing and winning the same way. Rafa can. That's the difference and that's why he's the greatest tennis player in the world.

Yeah I agree, he's gracious no matter what, really hoping he does it this year although im happy either way.

[setanta]

Yeah I agree, he's gracious no matter what, really hoping he does it this year although im happy either way.

I want him to win because it'll bring him one slam closer to Federer's record.

[Iceman]

I want him to win because it'll bring him one slam closer to Federer's record.

Yeah true, im just happy federer isn't winning it....

[setanta]

So, I'm sure Andy Murray will turn back into a Scotsman in tomorrow's headlines.

[Novo]

Bye Murray.

[Lee.]

So, I'm sure Andy Murray will turn back into a Scotsman in tomorrow's headlines.

Indeed he will James! ffs @ "Murray from Surrey"

[setanta]

Indeed he will James! ffs @ "Murray from Surrey"

Yep, that was crazy stuff.

[bbfan1991]

NADAL WINS:cheer:, so pleased for him it's so deserved and he's always gracious to his competitors:cool:.

[MissKittyFantastico]

So happy for Rafa, he so deserves to be both #1 and champion at Wimbledon again! Fantastic performance and I loved the Rafa roll he did :laugh:

Vamos! :dance:

[bbfan1991]

He is awesome:D:hugesmile:.

[IheartBB]

I'm happy with this year's champions - both building on their already legendary legacies. Great run both the finalists too - both are too talented to have never reached a Major final, Berdych in particular. And who knows, maybe there will be many more to come his way. For Zvonareva I think it'll remain the pinnacle of her career, but what a nice career she's putting together.

Wouldn;t at all be surprised if we see the two Wimbledon champions being crowned USO champions in a couple of months either. Much more of a task for Nadal, but surely he's got to do it one day.

[King Gizzard]

One of the most boring tournies for ages

[MissKittyFantastico]

I didn't think you watched any of it Nathan?


I can't see Rafa winning at the US Open tbh, by far his weakest surface. That's the title I can see Murray winning first. And Federer will no doubt bounce back.

[IheartBB]

I didn't think you watched any of it Nathan?


I can't see Rafa winning at the US Open tbh, by far his weakest surface. That's the title I can see Murray winning first. And Federer will no doubt bounce back.

It is his weakest link in the four slams, but I just reckon he's got such a huge chance to do it this year. He's not carrying an injury *touches wood*, has not played as much so far this year as he has done in previous years and is on a confidence high. Federer is struggling with his back and lack of form, Djokovic is not as relevant as many think he is, Murray has yet to prove himself at this level and the defending champion may have to miss the event all together.

These are his main contenders for the title, although I suppose he could be upset by an in-form Soderling, Tsonga or even Berdych at the quarter final stage.

I don't mean to sound like I'm writing Roger off (I think he's got another 3 or 4 slams left in him), but at the moment he doesn't have the same sense of invincibility. (Cue Federer winning without dropping a set)

[King Gizzard]

I didn't think you watched any of it Nathan?


I can't see Rafa winning at the US Open tbh, by far his weakest surface. That's the title I can see Murray winning first. And Federer will no doubt bounce back.

You can just tell by the way it was so straightforward

[Marc]

Haven't posted here for a while! :xyxwave:

[setanta]

Come on Djokovic! What a turnaround.

[IheartBB]

Not to sound too unpatriotic, but I have a bet on Federer to win in straight sets… So yeah, c’mon Feds!

[IheartBB]

Damn, lost my bet already. Oh well, c'mon Murray then :joker:

[Lee.]

How's Murray doing?

[Bubs]

I can't believe I have only just realised there is a Tennis thread here :blush:
As you can see from my sig, I like me some Rafa :hugesmile:Met him at queens and Wimbledon this year, lovely guy.

I wasn't too upset he lost to Murray in Toronto though, Murray played well and Rafa not so much, Murray deserved the W.

I will be furious if Murray loses today though. Fed is :devil:Rain delay atm, but Murray is a set up :elephant::dance:

[setanta]

Well done Murray!

[IheartBB]

No US Open posts yet?

I was there for the first couple of days last week. It was so hot and humid - horrible conditions to watch, let alone play! Tickets for Ashe were a little out of my price range, but with a grounds admission you get access into every other court anyway.

I'm rooting for Nadal to win this year - it's about time he did it and I think now is his best chance to do so. And as for the women, I can't see anyone beating Clijsters at the minute.

[IheartBB]

No one cares? :puzzled: Oh well. Let me be the first here to congratulate the greatest athlete in the world on his remarkable achievement - first US Open, ninth Major and completion of the career Grand Slam at the grand old age of 24. Well done, Rafa!

Oh and well done to Kim Clijsters too! Coming out of retirement has been the best choice in her career.

[Lee.]

I care! Well done Rafa! :cheer:

[setanta]

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Vamos Rafa! Just skip to 2 mins and listen to two really humble and considerate lads. Love Nadal acknowledging Djokovic's great attitude at facing a loss like that in front of the cameras, which is what he basically does himself, unlike Federer. ha ha.

[Bubs]

I care too. :hugesmile:

9 Major's, career Golden Slam, just 24 year's old!! Rafael Nadal = Tennis Legend!!

Not ashamed to admit I :bawling:abit when he won, he is a great champion :dance:

Nole trying to steal the cheque :laugh:

[Ithinkiloveyoutoo]

Tennis is great. Nadal is amazing. :)

[MissKittyFantastico]

Tennis is great. Nadal is amazing. :)

I concur :D

[Lee.]

Tennis is great. Nadal is amazing. :)

I agree.. It's one of the few sports that I actually watch and love.

And yeah, Nadal is a gem! :)

[Marc]

Murray v. Nadal... eeee! :D

[Lee.]

Murray v. Nadal... eeee! :D

Bollocks! I missed it as I was working! Who won??

[Marc]

Bollocks! I missed it as I was working! Who won??

[if you don't already know yet]

Nadal won. 7-6 (7-5) 3-6 7-6 (8-6)

[Marc]

Federer v. Nadal final!

I'll put my money on Federer, based purely on his skill and display shown this week!

[Marc]

Federer looking on great form!

[Lee.]

[if you don't already know yet]

Nadal won. 7-6 (7-5) 3-6 7-6 (8-6)

Thanks! :)

Yeah I did know.. apparently it was a superb match?

Think I'd like to see Nadal win now

[Marc]

Thanks! :)

Yeah I did know.. apparently it was a superb match?

Think I'd like to see Nadal win now

I would like to see Nadal win as well, but Federer is just playing so well.

YEAH! The match between those two [MurrayNadal] was amazing! Couldn't have called it at the end!

[Lee.]

I would like to see Nadal win as well, but Federer is just playing so well.

YEAH! The match between those two [MurrayNadal] was amazing! Couldn't have called it at the end!

Crap! I always miss the good ones!

There just seems to be no stopping Fed! Each year, I kinda think he's bound to start dropping down the rankings as he gets older, but he just doesn't!!

[Marc]

Crap! I always miss the good ones!

There just seems to be no stopping Fed! Each year, I kinda think he's bound to start dropping down the rankings as he gets older, but he just doesn't!!

Yeah, I agree.

He'll retire when he's ranked quite high; like Justine Henin did, but probably not at World No.1 :tongue:

[Marc]

I miss tennis.

[Bubs]

^^ Well it's back now. Seems redicilous how short the "off season" is :conf:

Whats people predictions for all the four majors?

I'm going

AO -Nadal- He's on a mission to hold all four I think, when he's in that mood and healthy, noone can beat him.

RG (French Open) Nadal again :hugesmile:-He's not called the King of Clay for nothing :hugesmile:

Wimbledon- Federer- I think this will be the tournament Federer will be most determined to win this year tbh.

USO- Maybe controversial but I'll say Murray. Just because he has to win one sometime doesn't he? :hugesmile: In all seriousness, I think this one is his best chance to win one.

Curious to know what others think

[Marc]

I see Federer or Novak winning AO this year, both are in very good form!

I would love Murray to win obviously, but I have to be realistic :D

RG, Nadal.
Wimbledon, federer or a new GS winner, Berdych did well last year, Roddick is always looming despite his current 'OKish' form (reached Brisbane final)
US Open, could be anybodies! Just have to see how the season plays out

[Marc]

Very much looking forward to Australian Open to start! Woop!

women's draw looks more exciting than the men's at the moment, but Nalbandian v. Hewitt first round encounter looks pretty juicy! And Wozniacki v. Dulko (who has had scalps over Sharapova, Ivanovic, Henin, Petrova & Stosur)

[Lee.]

Very much looking forward to Australian Open to start! Woop!

women's draw looks more exciting than the men's at the moment, but Nalbandian v. Hewitt first round encounter looks pretty juicy! And Wozniacki v. Dulko (who has had scalps over Sharapova, Ivanovic, Henin, Petrova & Stosur)

What date does it start?

[Novo]

Murray playing today?

Went on ladbrokes just then and saw he was 1/100 odds on to win

[Lee.]

Is there anywhere online I can watch the Ozzie Open?

I really don't want to have to subscibe to Sky Sports again as I forgot to cancel it last year and ended up [paying for it for about 8 months!!

[Marc]

Ivanovic lost :sad: I am sad.

Clijsters on the other hand... owwwwwwwuch!! She on fire! double bageled Safina, surprisingly the second double-bagel of this AO [Bartoli recorded the first against Garbin]

Good match up's for the British girls, Baltacha v. Henin and Keothavong v. Petkovic.
Other noteable matches to look out for,
Sharapova v. Razzano,
Dokic v. Z. Strycova (could be a lot of home fans).
Simon v. Federer,
Tipsarevic v. Verdasco
Berdych v. Kohlschreiber

Exciting :)

[Lee.]

Thanks for the link Marc.. Did Hewitt win this morning? I was watching the scores during the first set then forgot all abvout it! :)

[Ithinkiloveyoutoo]

I'm not surprised Ivanovic lost. She has been playing like crap for 2 years. She's nothing more than a piece of eye candy right now. :(

Hewitt is out too bad but i' m happy for nalbandian. Generally a great players.
Nadal won his first match due to opponent retiring. I am rooting for Nadal to win the Grand slam! I like the guy. If not Nadal then Novak or someone new is fine with me

[Lee.]

:bawling: @ Hewitt being out already!!

I love Nadal too, I think he is a genuinely nice guy, but I have to root for my fellow Scot..

C'mon Murray!! :D

[Ithinkiloveyoutoo]

I wouldn't mind Murray finally winning one but I think Nadal and Murray will meet at one point down the draw right? Maybe quarters or semis?
If that happens I always have to root for Nadal.:dance:

[Marc]

I'm not surprised Ivanovic lost. She has been playing like crap for 2 years. She's nothing more than a piece of eye candy right now. :(

Hewitt is out too bad but i' m happy for nalbandian. Generally a great players.
Nadal won his first match due to opponent retiring. I am rooting for Nadal to win the Grand slam! I like the guy. If not Nadal then Novak or someone new is fine with me

She won a title in Linz at the end of last year and then won a end of tour championships of a collective group of players who had all won titles in 2010. She isn't at her best but she was playing well in the lead up to AO but pulled out because of injury. I'm just shocked she lost, she was all over Makarova. Though she is now in the 4th round having beat Petrova so hats off to her!

Nadal had a mini scare in his second set against Tomic but looks to be on top of things. The men's draw is so exciting! I can see about 8 players capable of winning the title :D I can only see one in the women's; Kim Clijsters. Be good to see how she deals with Makarova in the next round. Li Na is one to watch as well

[Marc]

I wouldn't mind Murray finally winning one but I think Nadal and Murray will meet at one point down the draw right? Maybe quarters or semis?
If that happens I always have to root for Nadal.:dance:

It would be the semi's if they both keep winning. After seeing this match against Tomic I see Murray having a good chance of repeating last year's quarter final!

[Marc]

I was also gutted Hewitt lost. Especially after Nalbandian retired in his second round match. I think Hewitt wouldnt have retired.

[Marc]

Women's draw: (and predictions)

Wozniacki V. Sevastova (Wozniacki in 2 sets)
Kuznetsova V. Schiavone (Kuzzy in 2 sets)
Petkovic V. Sharapova (Petkovic in 3)
Li Na V. Azarenka (Na in 3)
Peng V. Radwanska (Radwanska in 2)
Makarova V. Clijsters (Clijsters in 2)
Kvitova V. Pennetta (Kvitova in 3)
Benesova V. Zvonareva (Zvonareva in 2)

Clijsters/Zvonareva
Wozniacki/Li semi finals.

[Marc]

Schiavone df. Kuznetsova in 4hr 43 min! The last set 14-16 lasted 3 hrs LOL

[Novo]

Women's - Wozniacki
Men's - Nadal

[Marc]

Wozniacki was playing well today... I'd like to think Schiavone would have won today hadn't it have been for that marathon match against Kuznetsova.

Kim is on superb form at the moment, definitely pick her for the title.

Men's is so hard to decide, top 4 remaining men are playing so well, i hope Nadal and Murray make the semi final. Already looking forward to Djok/Fed semi. In fact I have a semi thinking about it.

[Lee.]

Wozniacki was playing well today... I'd like to think Schiavone would have won today hadn't it have been for that marathon match against Kuznetsova.

Kim is on superb form at the moment, definitely pick her for the title.

Men's is so hard to decide, top 4 remaining men are playing so well, i hope Nadal and Murray make the semi final. Already looking forward to Djok/Fed semi. In fact I have a semi thinking about it.

:joker:

DOes Murray play tomorrowe morning (our time)?

[Novo]

6-5 Murray at the minute in the first set

[Claymores]

6-5 Murray at the minute in the first set
is he British Andy?

hahahahahaha

when losing he'll be Scottish eh?

[Novo]

He is a Rangers fan, great guy had trails there back in the day as well.. a win for him is a win for Rangers

[Claymores]

Just playing with you Andy - I know bugger all about tennis except betting - think the stat is about 80% of the time the greater seed wins, so just regularly bet short odds + a bit of insider when to go the other way and a small profit.

So my horseracing tipster tells me - but neither of us looked seriously at the markets

[Lee.]

Nadal 2 sets down! :amazed: :(

[Lee.]

Nadal 2 sets down! :amazed: :(


He's out! :bawling:

[Marc]

Big shock today.

Didn't get to see his performance but I'm informed he was carrying a slight injury, despite not saying he had. He's a very gracious loser, he said he didn't want to speak about any injury or any possibility of him having an injury because he didn't want to take anything away from David's victory.

Murray played well, his opponent was tricky, played a different style. I have no idea what will happen in the semi finals. Its too close to call, however I can't wait for them! Very excited :)

Womens: Kim v. Zvonareva.. whoever wins that semi final is a sure bet for the winner. C'mon Kim!

[Marc]

Also Henin retired today.. again

Henin Retires for the second time (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/9377012.stm)

[Novo]

http://nimg.sulekha.com/sports/thumbnailfull/caroline-wozniacki-2011-1-11-4-50-35.jpg

[Marc]

Li Na df. Wozniacki 36 75 63
Clijsters df. Zvonareva 63 63

[Marc]

So more like

http://cache2.asset-cache.net/xc/90645857.jpg?v=1&c=IWSAsset&k=2&d=77BFBA49EF878921CC759DF4EBAC47D04F3CD8EB8D8A6663 CFE8206E2715E013ABC508C5673255A2E30A760B0D811297

[Novo]

Poor Girl

[Lee.]

c'mon Murray!!

[Lee.]

Aww man, I can't watch!!

[Lee.]

Phew! :cheer:

[seanraff07]

Watched the last set, well done Andy :hugesmile:

[Marc]

OMG... I will cry if he wins.

Sporting equivalent: your football team winning the FA Cup, beating the australians in the ashes.. beating wales in the rugby.

That's how I would feel

[Lee.]

OMG... I will cry if he wins.

Sporting equivalent: your football team winning the FA Cup, beating the australians in the ashes.. beating wales in the rugby.

That's how I would feel

I will feel the same! :)

[Marc]

I may actually sh*t myself with excitement..
.oh.... too far?

[Lee.]

I may actually sh*t myself with excitement..
.oh.... too far?

No no.. I may do the same! :laugh:

[Novo]

Kim Clijsters v Li Na on now

[Novo]

KIM CLIJSTERS BEATS LI NA 3-6 6-3 6-3 TO WIN THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN

Was a great final, thought LI NA was going to take it 2-0 but Clijsters came back out of nowhere in the second set

[Lee.]

Yeah.. well done Kim Clijsters!

Bring on tomorrow! woooooooo

[Marc]

Yay!

Very happy Kim won. She has hinted at not having long left. She deserved it!

[Lee.]

Got my bacon eggs and sausages in for my pre tennis breakfast!

I'm actually nervous for him! :laugh:

[Iceman]

what time is this on at???

[Lee.]

8am tomorrow morning :)

[Iceman]

Ugh 8 !!!!!!!! If Im still awake I'll watch...if not congrats to Murray.

[Lee.]

Ugh 8 !!!!!!!! If Im still awake I'll watch...if not congrats to Murray.

Yay! I like your optimism! :D

(and what do you mean if you're STILL awake? DO you not go to bed on a Saturday??)

[Iceman]

Yay! I like your optimism! :D

(and what do you mean if you're STILL awake? DO you not go to bed on a Saturday??)

I've been having major trouble sleeping the past month or so..... I generally dont fall asleep until 7 or 8....then wake at 11.....:bawling:

I really hope he wins though, over the past few years I've grown to like him

[Lee.]

I've been having major trouble sleeping the past month or so..... I generally dont fall asleep until 7 or 8....then wake at 11.....:bawling:

I really hope he wins though, over the past few years I've grown to like him



Oh that doesn't sound like enough sleep at all! Buy some Horlicks and a good book! (mind you, I can't really offer advice for sleep problems as the only one I have is I seem to go into a coma like state where nothing, and I mean nothing wakes me!)

And yeah, I'm praying he wins.. he deserves it!

[Iceman]

Ive never had horlicks....I never take any type of drugs for things (unless they're illegal of course haha)

I might try get asleep early so I wake to watch it,

[Lee.]

Ive never had horlicks....I never take any type of drugs for things (unless they're illegal of course haha)

I might try get asleep early so I wake to watch it,

Horlicks is a hot drink not a drug!! :)

[Iceman]

Oh whats it taste like? I'm a very fussy person when it comes to eating and drinking LOL

[Lee.]

Oh whats it taste like? I'm a very fussy person when it comes to eating and drinking LOL

I personally think it tastes like sh!t but some people swear by it to help them sleep.. It's kind of milky and malty..

Oh and hot milk is supposed to hely you nod off!

[Iceman]

Ive been trying to do loads to help me sleep, listening to relaxing music, doing loads during the day so I'm tired...nothing is working though...... i think I might go to my GP and ask his advice if it doesnt get better soon.

[Lee.]

Ive been trying to do loads to help me sleep, listening to relaxing music, doing loads during the day so I'm tired...nothing is working though...... i think I might go to my GP and ask his advice if it doesnt get better soon.

Are you a reader? I can't go to sleep if I haven't read. Nothing beats getting into bed with a good book!

[Iceman]

No I only like certain books mainly autobiographys and there is nobodies I want to read...although I still have to read some of Hunter S Thompson's books...I just havent got round to it yet lol

[Lee.]

No I only like certain books mainly autobiographys and there is nobodies I want to read...although I still have to read some of Hunter S Thompson's books...I just havent got round to it yet lol

Ach! away and have a word with yourself! Go and buy a Jackie Collins or some other smutty trash! You'd love it.. easy reading! :D

*would like to categorically like to state that she has only ever read 1 such book*

and fecking loved it!

:)

[Marc]

What has this thread turned into!? D:

[Iceman]

/sob

[Marc]

Novak Djokovic.

Woo! A genius.

[Marc]

Roland Garros 2011 starts tomorrow! :)

[Lee.]

Yay! :D

[King Gizzard]

http://www.topnews.in/files/Novak-Djokovic_0.jpg

Never been a huge tennis fan but I ****ing love this man

[Marc]

Nate he is epic. I hope he wins!

[Lee.]

I'd prefer Murray to win..

However don't mind Nadal or Djokovic winning

And of course, I will, as always supporting Lleyton Hewitt :D

[Marc]

I'd prefer Murray to win..

However don't mind Nadal or Djokovic winning

And of course, I will, as always supporting Lleyton Hewitt :D

He pulled out this morning with a left ankle problem. :(

[Lee.]

I'd prefer Murray to win..

However don't mind Nadal or Djokovic winning

And of course, I will, as always supporting Lleyton Hewitt :D

Perhaps not! :sad:

[Lee.]

He pulled out this morning with a left ankle problem. :(

Oh, didn't see your post!

:)

[Ithinkiloveyoutoo]

I am not liking Djokobitch!! Go Rafael Nadal.:dance:

Oh no Hewitt.

[Marc]

I am not liking Djokobitch!! Go Rafael Nadal.:dance:

Oh no Hewitt.

:shocked:

LOL @ the nickname though, if I ever start to dislike him I will use it LOL

[Lee.]

How can anyone dislike Djokivic? He's a true gent!

[Ithinkiloveyoutoo]

Lol I just think he's arrogant. I can't warm to him.

He's playing tomorrow. good luck to him...or not hehehehehe

[joeysteele]

Djokovic will definately want this one, it has been Nadal's tournament in recent years and this is one Novak will want to really excel in and take the title.

[Marc]

Heather Watson and Elena Baltacha playing today for the UK interest

Hopefully they'll both pull off wins!

[arista]

http://i.thisislondon.co.uk/i/pix/2010/06/Elena-Baltacha415.jpg