2019 Crystal Ball Thread

[Fiero425]

But they didn't usually play Halle at the same time. That happened maybe twice? What you guys want is a tennis calendar that doesn't exist? I'm sorry you're unhappy, but I don't know what to say. If the world were different, it would be different.

As to this thread, I also predict there won't be more tennis tournaments on grass in 2019, either.

I've been asking for a grass Masters; only makes sense! If the ATP doesn't create 1, give Queens or Halle the "Italian Open" exemption! :whistle:

 

[GameSetAndMath]

Did you guys hear about the black Friday sale on Crystal Ball by J.C. Penny? I bought mine for just $49.99.
Although I had to stand in a queue for over two hours, it is probably worth it. It comes with a guarantee for
80% of predictions about the next year and 60% of predictions about the next five years.
I can return it for full refund if either one of the marketing claims do not pan out.

Here are my ten predictions for 2019 as revealed to me by my new shiny Crystal Ball.

1. The last two years, the Big Three accounted for all the GSs of the year. I say that all good things must come to an end.
The big three will never ever (not just in 2019) collectively win all four slams in the same year.

2. The big three will collectively win exactly two of the four slams. I cannot say which slams. But, I can say that Novak
will win at least one of them. This means at least one and possibly (but not probably) two of the Big three will end
the year without any GS titles.

3. DelPotro will win one GS in 2019. But, I cannot say which one. He is a contender when healthy in all the slams.
Hopefully, he will be healthy and the stars will align for him in one of the GSs in 2019.

4. Now comes the surprise part. The other GS will be won by some one from the Next Generation. I cannot say
who it will be though. But, I can say who it won't be. It won't be Sasha.

5. Perseus will win at least one Big Title (meaning ATP 1000 or above) in the year 2019. Also, he will qualify for the
Men's WTF (and not just the Boy's WTF).

6. Federer will play at least one clay tourney in 2019. Also, Federer will not retire in 2019.

7. Casper Ruud (Trump and me like Norwegians ) will make significant progress and end the year in top 50.

8. Shapo will finish the year in top 16. After good progress this year, D Minor will stall next year and will end the
year in plus or minus five spots from where he ends this year (which as of today is #31).

9. Radek Stepanek will become the coach of Nick Kyrgios.

10. At least five different players from top 100 at the end of this year will retire during or at the end of 2019.

 

[Moxie]

I hope that JC Penney Crystal Ball works out for you, GSM. I bought mine at Enchantments in the East Village, which is run by actual witches. Their "Black Friday" is amazing. :lulz2:

 

[Carol]

Did you guys hear about the black Friday sale on Crystal Ball by J.C. Penny? I bought mine for just $49.99.
Although I had to stand in a queue for over two hours, it is probably worth it. It comes with a guarantee for
80% of predictions about the next year and 60% of predictions about the next five years.
I can return it for full refund if either one of the marketing claims do not pan out.

Here are my ten predictions for 2019 as revealed to me by my new shiny Crystal Ball.

1. The last two years, the Big Three accounted for all the GSs of the year. I say that all good things must come to an end.
The big three will never ever (not just in 2019) collectively win all four slams in the same year.

2. The big three will collectively win exactly two of the four slams. I cannot say which slams. But, I can say that Novak
will win at least one of them. This means at least one and possibly (but not probably) two of the Big three will end
the year without any GS titles.

3. DelPotro will win one GS in 2019. But, I cannot say which one. He is a contender when healthy in all the slams.
Hopefully, he will be healthy and the stars will align for him in one of the GSs in 2019.

4. Now comes the surprise part. The other GS will be won by some one from the Next Generation. I cannot say
who it will be though. But, I can say who it won't be. It won't be Sasha.

5. Perseus will win at least one Big Title (meaning ATP 1000 or above) in the year 2019. Also, he will qualify for the
Men's WTF (and not just the Boy's WTF).

6. Federer will play at least one clay tourney in 2019. Also, Federer will not retire in 2019.

7. Casper Ruud (Trump and me like Norwegians ) will make significant progress and end the year in top 50.

8. Shapo will finish the year in top 16. After good progress this year, D Minor will stall next year and will end the
year in plus or minus five spots from where he ends this year (which as of today is #31).

9. Radek Stepanek will become the coach of Nick Kyrgios.

10. At least five different players from top 100 at the end of this year will retire during or at the end of 2019.

2. Federer!

 

[GameSetAndMath]

First Uncle Toni said Roger is done winning slams. Now, Novak's fitness trainer says Roger is not mentally fresh . I expect Murray's wife to declare that Roger is physically banged up in the next few days.

 

[Fiero425]

First Uncle Toni said Roger is done winning slams. Now, Novak's fitness trainer says Roger is not mentally fresh . I expect Murray's wife to declare that Roger is physically banged up in the next few days.

At his age, just standing should be an effort for Fed much less running around a tennis court! :whistle:

 

[Moxie]

First Uncle Toni said Roger is done winning slams. Now, Novak's fitness trainer says Roger is not mentally fresh . I expect Murray's wife to declare that Roger is physically banged up in the next few days.

Except that's not what Toni said. I guess you forgot.

 

[Chris Koziarz]

First Uncle Toni said Roger is done winning slams. Now, Novak's fitness trainer says Roger is not mentally fresh . I expect Murray's wife to declare that Roger is physically banged up in the next few days.

If I was Novak I would sack (fire) my fitness trainer who is doing a disservice to my personal relations.