hockeyville88 Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 I think Nadal is the most gracious in defeat I have ever heard. I really like how Serena was so enthusiastic after her win. Thats awesome for the sport but in particular for her since sometimes she isn't on her best behavior. yeah it was great to see her that excited. Well deserved after all she's been through. The women's game really needs a consistent #1 and some solid rivalries. Right now there is too much shuffling and moving around of seeds so no one is ever a clear favourite, and there are no polarizing storylines or figures that the media and fans can really latch on to. As a result, there is less interest in the women's tour than in the past like when the Williams sisters used to go up against each other. They also need closer matches where more semis and finals go to 3 sets with maybe even the occasional tiebreak. Parity sells tickets - I learned that from being a women's hockey fan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azzy Mahmood Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 He's Scottish when he wins, British when he loses. Other way round. Murray stated that time that he doesn't consider himself British. He's Scottish. So when he wins, he's winning for Scotland, not for Britain. While I don't overly care, it's his attitude towards the Wimbledon fans that gets my goat - "oh, I love you all, thank you for supporting this poor Scotsman, I can barely talk I'm so choked up". GET OVER YOURSELF. THEY'RE CHEERING FOR A "BRIT", NOT FOR YOU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drybone Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 yeah it was great to see her that excited. Well deserved after all she's been through. The women's game really needs a consistent #1 and some solid rivalries. Right now there is too much shuffling and moving around of seeds so no one is ever a clear favourite, and there are no polarizing storylines or figures that the media and fans can really latch on to. As a result, there is less interest in the women's tour than in the past like when the Williams sisters used to go up against each other. They also need closer matches where more semis and finals go to 3 sets with maybe even the occasional tiebreak. Parity sells tickets - I learned that from being a women's hockey fan I agree. I think if Serena was serious about it, she would be #1 but would have burned out 2 years ago. Sharapova is also great but she tanks matches too often. There is a lot of talent on the womens side but nobody except Serena really stands out being able to dominate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donky Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Isner is a freak. Nice to see him and Milos spending time with this little guy on the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dKs89 Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Isner is a freak. Nice to see him and Milos spending time with this little guy on the right. That would be Kei Nishikori. He is an upcoming player like Milos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiasTheDrifter Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 yeah it was great to see her that excited. Well deserved after all she's been through. The women's game really needs a consistent #1 and some solid rivalries. Right now there is too much shuffling and moving around of seeds so no one is ever a clear favourite, and there are no polarizing storylines or figures that the media and fans can really latch on to. As a result, there is less interest in the women's tour than in the past like when the Williams sisters used to go up against each other. They also need closer matches where more semis and finals go to 3 sets with maybe even the occasional tiebreak. Parity sells tickets - I learned that from being a women's hockey fan i dont understand watching a womans sport, i mean fine if you play it then good for you but its just not entertaining, the skill level is nowhere near the elite of mens sports.. womans tennis is worst of all too.. screaming hyenas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not A Fruit Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Good to see Roger on top again He just needed some confidence, 90% of the game is in your head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not A Fruit Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Hey, does anyone here play tennis at a great level? I am 14 and looking for a scholarship for college Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyville88 Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Hey, does anyone here play tennis at a great level? I am 14 and looking for a scholarship for college I play, but not at a high level Maybe you could join one the local clubs like Hollyburn?? Play some tournaments and that might help u get recruited. Tough one for Rafa - withdrew from the Olympics due to knee tendonitis. Not only does he not get to defend his gold, but he was also supposed to be Spain's flag bearer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not A Fruit Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I play, but not at a high level Maybe you could join one the local clubs like Hollyburn?? Play some tournaments and that might help u get recruited. Tough one for Rafa - withdrew from the Olympics due to knee tendonitis. Not only does he not get to defend his gold, but he was also supposed to be Spain's flag bearer Maybe! I do live in Dubai, some pretty tough competition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyville88 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Not a bad representation from tennis in the opening ceremony Flag bearers: Sharapova - Russia Djokovic - Serbia Wawrinka - Switzerland Radwanska - Poland Baghdatis - Cyprus And of course Nadal would have been there too. For anyone looking for an interesting and motivating read during the summer, make sure you check out RAFA - Nadal's autobiography. I started reading it yesterday and it's excellent. Really shows what a freak of nature he is and how he is a vastly different athlete from Roger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dKs89 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 (edited) Not a bad representation from tennis in the opening ceremony Flag bearers: Sharapova - Russia Djokovic - Serbia Wawrinka - Switzerland Radwanska - Poland Baghdatis - Cyprus And of course Nadal would have been there too. For anyone looking for an interesting and motivating read during the summer, make sure you check out RAFA - Nadal's autobiography. I started reading it yesterday and it's excellent. Really shows what a freak of nature he is and how he is a vastly different athlete from Roger. Max Mirnyi (Partnered with Canada's own Daniel Nestor on the tour) from Belarus was also a flag bearer. Also Horia Tecau from Romania, another doubles tennis player. Edited July 28, 2012 by Toasta Brigger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUPERTKBD Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Not a bad representation from tennis in the opening ceremony Flag bearers: Sharapova - Russia Djokovic - Serbia Wawrinka - Switzerland Radwanska - Poland Baghdatis - Cyprus And of course Nadal would have been there too. For anyone looking for an interesting and motivating read during the summer, make sure you check out RAFA - Nadal's autobiography. I started reading it yesterday and it's excellent. Really shows what a freak of nature he is and how he is a vastly different athlete from Roger. I was a bit surprised that Rafa wasn't the flag bearer for Spain. It was Pau Gasol.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyville88 Posted July 29, 2012 Share Posted July 29, 2012 Max Mirnyi (Partnered with Canada's own Daniel Nestor on the tour) from Belarus was also a flag bearer. Also Horia Tecau from Romania, another doubles tennis player. Thanks for catching those. I was a bit surprised that Rafa wasn't the flag bearer for Spain. It was Pau Gasol.... Rafa was originally named flag bearer but he withdrew from the Olympics because of knee tendonitis so he was replaced by Gasol. Stosur just hates Wimbledon. Another shocking exit. And Federer struggled with his footing a bit too on the re-seeded grass. So weird to see the All England Club with the fuschia banners, sponsorship ads, and the players not wearing all white. The Club founders must be screaming in their graves! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dKs89 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 So frustrating watching Raonic not get into any rallies on important points. These are easy shots he's missing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyville88 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 So frustrating watching Raonic not get into any rallies on important points. These are easy shots he's missing. Gutsy effort by him but if he wasn't acing serves I almost knew he wasn't going to win the point. His unforced errors make him an excruciating player to cheer for. Still needs a lot of work on that part of his game. But a great showing against Tsonga who I'd like to think is the best player outside the big 3 (I feel like he's got more skill than Murray) Tough loss for Pospisil/Nestor in doubles also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyville88 Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Ahh pooh Rafa has withdrawn from the Rogers Cup. Given the additional Olympics tournament that the stars had to contend with this year, I hope more of them don't pull out of the Rog. http://www.vancouversun.com/Tennis+Knee+injury+forces+Nadal+withdraw+from+Rogers/7031592/story.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not A Fruit Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Wow, what a game being played! So hoping for Roger, its 8-7 Del Potro, Federer serving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g_bassi13 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 This match is amazing. That dive shot by Del Potro to save serve, and probably the match... That was insane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g_bassi13 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Federer takes Brake. Wooo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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