You can not be seriousQuote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
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You can not be seriousQuote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
Matteo Berrettini is into his first Wimbledon final beating Hubert Hurkacz 6-3 6-0 6-7 6-4.
Djokovic v Shapovalov starting now.
Crowd are with shapovalov . Djoko will be raging inside . He just wants to be loved like Rog n Raf .
He's brought a level of tennis that's never been seen before but more often than not the crowd get behind his opponent wherever he plays .
Shapovalov clearly dominating the play but Novak winning the key points at the right times.
…and again. He’s emotionally frail on the big points. Infuriating.
If only he could cut out the unforced errors, he's got Djokovic on toast here. So frustrating. Think PB could be right as regards a potential champion.
This is a great match. Expected Novak to dominate but Shapovalov as stated has been the better tennis player.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hiber-nation
I wouldn’t write him off yet but does he have the mentality to beat Novak over 5 sets ?
Got to love how positive he is. Very hit and miss but doesn't seem to get disappointed and gets up and goes again. Certainly deserves a set but not sure he will get it.Quote:
Originally Posted by hibsbollah
Shapovalov playing well but won't beat Djokovic if he can't convert some of these many break points.
That was some seventh game in the set. Brilliant points from both players. Come on Dennis son, you can do this 👍
Then an easy hold for Novak 😥
All over. Novak is the ultimate competitor, so mentally strong.
Can’t see Berrettini troubling him at all
That's because tennis fans don't enjoy watching a pre-programmed robot.Quote:
Originally Posted by makaveli1875
Big task for Berrettini on Sunday, can't see how he can win personally.
[QUOTE=He's here!;6615101]That's because tennis fans don't enjoy watching a pre-programmed robot.[/QUOTE
Bollox. I can see you don’t like the guy from previous posts, but he is some tennis player with natural talent that the vast majority in the history of the game, can only dream about
He has to hope Djokovic plays like he did today . Still don't fancy his chances but he has the weapons with that serve and forehand . Its all down to how he handles the pressure , and Djokovic knows how to apply pressure in finals.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
Tend to agree however a more consistent player than shapavalova and better server just don't think he is a good enough returner to trouble Djokovic however if he were to get ahead of Novak would be interesting to see how he reacts as get the impression he is feeling the heat a bit. Novak definitely using what he perceives as the fans not being for him as a motivation.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
[QUOTE=hibeg;6615107]I've always thought the guy was a bellend, but it's his relentless, grinding 'anti-tennis' that I find such a turn-off. It's immensely effective for sure but it drains the life out both his opponents and the crowd and (as this article makes a decent stab at explaining) is the main reason he'll only ever elicit polite applause rather than the adulation he craves:Quote:
Originally Posted by He's here!
https://www.joe.co.uk/sport/everybod...s-novak-236650
I’ve got a bet on Berrettini at 25/1 but I can’t see him winning. Djokovic is a machine.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
[QUOTE=He's here!;6615445]Nadal plays relentless grinding tennis and folk cant get enough of him .Quote:
Originally Posted by hibeg
Cracking women's final, 1 set all.
Quite nervy mind you but good entertainment.
Well done Ash Barty, really likeable character and especially good as she chucked the sport a few years back.
Kate's awfy thin. When she stands sideways there's nothing there. Nice green dress.
Great final, which has so often not been the case with the women's singles. A real rollercoaster. As you say, much to like about Barty.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hiber-nation
[QUOTE=makaveli1875;6615523]I don't think that's the case. Sure, in his pomp he blew a lot of opponents away with his power and pace (that whipped forehand was a thing of beauty), but it was a thrilling, not suffocating experience to watch him action. Obviously his swarthy Spanish brigand look added a pin-up element but he was a real heart on the sleeve, often injured character, unlike the metronomic Djokovic who, as the article I linked to suggests, seems only likely to break down if his central processing unit malfunctions.Quote:
Originally Posted by He's here!
As I said, it's a method/discipline that works for him but I'm far from the only one who finds his presence in a match a major turn-off.
I can't watch Nadal because of all the twitching and picking his shorts out his arse before he serves. Drives me mad, don't dislike him at all but just can't watch his pre serve routine.
I can sympathise with that, it's manky! 😲Quote:
Originally Posted by Bangkok Hibby
😂😂😂😂. That is a classic.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bangkok Hibby
Djokovic win takes him to 20 Majors then for me he surpasses that and ends up with 4 or 5 majors MORE than Federer & Nadal imo
GOAT
Final's just starting.
Hoping Berrettini can win but don't see it.
Djokovic served for the first set at 5-3 but Berrettini breaks back - 4-5.
First set tiebreak - Berrettini must win I would suggest.
First set Berrettini - 7-6.
I didn't see that coming when Djokovic was 5-2 up!
Can anyone remember a more unpopular champion than Novak? I’m listening on the radio and I can tell how each points gone by the crowds reaction before the commentator tells me.
Dont think anyone did , he looked like he'd shat it big time but what a turnaround . If he can keep serving and returning like this another 2 hours he's in with a good shout .Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
Djokovic breaks at the start of the second set.
Come on Matteo.
Djokovic with a double break - 3-0.
That's the second set done.
What a point!
Berrettini gets one of the breaks back - he's serving at 3-5.
Berrettini saves three set points - 5-4 Djokovic.
Second set Djokovic - 6-4.
Djokovic is playing at about 75% of his best Tennis whilst Berrettini is playing his best And Novak still winning
Djokovic breaks in the third set - 2-1.
Looks ominous now.
Wish Andrew Castle would STFU!!! And stop bringing the ****ing game tonight up at every opportunity , Helmet!!!
Third set Djokovic 6-4, only one winner from here.
At no time has Novak completely dominated yet his victory seems almost inevitable.
Point of the tournament.
:agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
How on gods earth did Novak win that point !!!
He’s just relentless. He gets angry and his laser focus kicks in.Quote:
Originally Posted by HibbyAndy
Unreal.Quote:
Originally Posted by HibbyAndy
Djokovic wins 6-7 6-4 6-4 6-3 for Grand Slam number 20 and equals Nadal and Federer.
Wimbledon title number 6 which is the 3rd highest in the Open Era.
Is that why he’s eating the grass?Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
Weirdo.
20 slams and he still looks like he's got plenty left in the tank to rack up a few more
He's done that every year he's won it.Quote:
Originally Posted by hibsbollah
Unhygienic.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir David Gray
:agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by makaveli1875
Federer is finished , Nadal might get another French , Djokovic the fittest tennis player on the planet can get another 5.6.7.8 Majors and be out on his
own as the greatest ever Tennis player
I'm just amazed at his ability to return the toughest shots and serves. He has such quick reactions.
Broadcasters must be bracing themselves for some pretty grim viewing figures now that crowd pullers like Federer, Nadal and Murray are on the way out. Djokovic's Aussie Open win was the lowest watched in the event's history (extraordinary really when you consider he was going for a ninth title) and I'm sure many others were like myself yesterday in not bothering to watch.Quote:
Originally Posted by hibsbollah
His smothering tactics are all about forcing his opponents into a mistake. Effective but ugly and a total turn-off. As you say probably the least loved champion ever.