She fought it out for sure
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She fought it out for sure
Tomljanovic must have ice in her veins. Very impressive game and nice comments after the match. And oh-yeah… fuck that crowd.
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What a match. That last game!!!
Cheering double faults is not new at US Open.
So how much of that crowd was there for their first US Open and to see Serena and were not die hard tennis fans? Tennis culture and etiquette is going to be de gentrified out of there under those conditions. When the Lakers or Knicks crowd shows up for tennis you're going to get basketball crowd behavior.. Serena did shoosh the crowd a couple times this week so she tried to educate them. No worries though, Rest of the tournament will be the regular drunk NY US Open fans type people..
Watched the Serena match last night. Props to Tomljanovic for her victory under those conditions. She was visibly pissed so many times yet persisted and took care of business. To watch Serena go down swinging was so incredible as she just willed away match points until she ran out of gas.
She deserves her spot in tennis infamy for so many reasons. But, to walk off the court before that poor woman’s speech and barely even recognize her great play and win was sort of odd to me. Thoughts?
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Fucking whiney bitch. Did not see the match or her behaviour during. Have witnessed her behaviour for 20 years and have never liked it. GOAT? Maybe, but I'd sure like the ability to watch Serena in her prime play Martina. Now that chick had class.
I think she knew as long as she was on the court, she would be the focus of attention, so making her exit was a sign of respect to Tomljanovic, to let her have her moment. Both women handled the situation with grace IMO.
AI/Electronic line judges reduces the amount of whining all around amirite?? Those very deep drives right at the edge of the baseline really beat Williams. She clearly thought several would be out but just BARELY in she wasn't set to return them.. Play the point until everyone is sure it's over.. She might have won if she had done that..
The Williams sisters never expressed a lot of respect for opponents on court. Not a lot different than Tiger or Jordan. It’s that primal focus that helped them stay on top.
Color me shocked that as the demographics of the competitors and fans changes, so does the culture and etiquette of the competition environment. Didn't everyone at most top venues dress like Wimbledon back in the 50s? To these newer fans, what's cool to do when someone double faults is the similar to what's cool to do when someone misses both free throws. Unless there is a sign or usher telling these new fans what's taboo some of it will be breached..
Rafa in the house:
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Intensity ensues.
Like being under the boards at the garden . What a perch.
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You are my hero. Rafa is nice too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dee Hubbs
Want to meet you at the open one day man.
He was on the set tonight.
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He’s always super nice, and generous with his time.
OK watched Med go down to Kyjrios (sp?) and his imaginary friends last night. Now looking like Nadal's in a little trouble as well..
Great match by Tiafoe.
Yep. Sucks to see Rafa go down, but not his best surface.
Man he was awesome....always root for new blood. Seems like a great dude as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by yeahman
Super chill on set.Quote:
Originally Posted by cinnepa
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Cilic v Alcaraz has some pretty fun exchanges
Garcia is in championship form. Sucks to see Coco go down, but Garcia was my women’s champion pick before the tourney began.
Hope NK moves on tonight and provides more of his antics. Love it.
Kryigos gave it his all in a 5 set loss (I think the first did him in and he couldn’t catch up the rest of the way). This morning’s headline was telling of how he felt when it was all over.
“ First, shortly after the last point of his 7-5, 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (3), 6-4 loss to Khachanov, Kyrgios cracked his piece of equipment against the ground -- once, twice, three, four times. Then, for good measure, Kyrgios grabbed yet another racket out of his bag, reared back and hit that one on the sideline, too.”
Yeah, Kyrgios never fails to deliver in one way or another. One clip shows Kachenov raising his arms and receiving crowd applause and a smashed racket bounces over the net. Worst met down I’ve ever seen on court. Puts McEnroe’s antics in the shade.
Was an outstanding game.
Anybody else think this is funny???
2 people removed from U.S. Open quarterfinals after one gave the other a haircut in the stands
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Multitasking FTW LOL!
I just randomly watched that match last night. Absolutely amazing that anyone can cheer for that douche. The NYC crowd seemed to being cheering for that man baby.
A quick search didn't show that this had been mentioned yet.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hndp9LDPIO4
Well worth watching.
It's wild, like he has a group of imaginary friends on the court with him who he's chattering with and yelling at the entire match. Entertaining, but beyond obnoxious.Quote:
Originally Posted by altacoup
I mean, tennis ain't golf, but it could definitely get boring. Why not have another activity to keep you occupied during those long dull volleys?
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Originally Posted by SumJongGuy
Kyrios is a gracious funny guy off the court who has an amazing game
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I was a fan of borgQuote:
Originally Posted by PNWbrit
He was a better tennis player….
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You must be a youngun' - jump to a minute in here.Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny H
https://youtu.be/Hmkv5a4gkQw
Mac and Kyrgios are cut from the same cloth. Both have exquisite games, with an intelligent and artful mix of finesse and power, but both are spoiled brat nutjobs. Spare the rod, etc.
Of course Mac has been dining out on that BS for forty+ years, just as Kyrgios is now, on steroids with social media. Entertaining? If that's what you like.
All that said the level of tennis with the current players is absolutely amazing.
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Originally Posted by DBdude
It was a sad day when he walked away.
Djoker's olympic meltdown after giving a lecture on how professionals know how to handle pressure was way better than anything else lately..Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny H
No. At best its kinda gross and offensive to everyone sitting around them, certainly those downwind.Quote:
Originally Posted by SumJongGuy
At worst it's gross and tacky and a distraction to everyone around them and I'd wager dollars to donuts that this is some sort of attempt to get attention from an influencer barber.
Go cut hair in the subway if you want a big crowd and attention.
That looks good.Quote:
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I was tooQuote:
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I think that's too difficult to judge.Quote:
He was a better tennis player….
The Showtime documentary has lots of interesting background to their rivalry and friendship.
Don't have Showtime but would love to see this. If anyone knows of a rip of this please advise.Quote:
Originally Posted by PNWbrit
Like some above I preferred Borg (his manner), but McEnroe was a fascinating player, and I liked anyone who defeated Connors.
Gawd damn....Tiafoe for real.
Yup. Tiafoe/Alcaraz could be epic - hope so!
It's been a long ride for the Big 3, but it really could be coming to an end. I suspect Fed'll hang it up after Basel. Who knows about Dchoker and Rafa, but these young guys are finally upping their game. It won't be easy for the oldsters if they do try and continue.
I generally lean toward never saying never, but I suspect we'll never see another list like this...
http://www.espn.com/tennis/history
EDIT: Bad Fed News! :-(
https://www.tennis365.com/tennis-new...itness-setback