AO Mens Final: Novak Djokovic v Rafael Nadal

[Carol]

I doubt Rafa will be able to bully his opponent the way he did Tsissypants in the semifinal. If Nole can withstand the initial onslaught, Rafa could lose in three. Picking the #1 to do it iin 4.

And do you think that Novak will be able to bully his opponent the way he did the French? are you serious?

 

[Carol]

The funny thing of all of this is that at beginning of the Tournament Rafa was far to be one of the candidates to win this AO, everything was around Federer and Novak, one or the other would be the winner. Well, as you can see things changes before you think or you want to believe

 

[GameSetAndMath]

The funny thing of all of this is that at beginning of the Tournament Rafa was far to be one of the candidates to win this AO, everything was around Federer and Novak, one or the other would be the winner. Well, as you can see things changes before you think or you want to believe

That is not true. Novak was considered to be wide favorite. While both Rafa and Roger were considered way behind Novak, both were tied for all practical purposes.

 

[tented]

Really looking forward to watching this - probably my favorite matchup to watch, because I can just enjoy the pure tennis of it and know I'll see amazing feats of athleticism and skill, without having to stress about "my guy" winning.

I can relate. That’s how I feel when watching Novak and Roger. Watching their 2010 & 2011 USO SFs were two of the more enjoyable times I’ve ever had watching tennis.

 

[GameSetAndMath]

Latest odds are as follows.

Novak 13/17 (about 56%)

Ralph 17/14 (about 44%)

 

[Jelenafan]

Time on court:

Nadal 12 hours, 11 minutes
Djokovic 11 hours, 59 minutes.

These guys are sprinting to the finish line.

 

[Moxie]

really? I think Djokovic.

You act surprised at the question. I thought you did say you didn't root for him anymore, if not actively against. Anyway, I'm sure you're happy to forgive.

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

The funny thing of all of this is that at beginning of the Tournament Rafa was far to be one of the candidates to win this AO, everything was around Federer and Novak, one or the other would be the winner. Well, as you can see things changes before you think or you want to believe

I have not watched one of Rafa's match live so far,I decided to record them and watch the next day,in peace and quiet.On this blog I have voted for him to win in 3 sets so I wont jinx myself and will record the final and watch the next day,it has worked for me,btw I have said a few Hail Marys before I go to bed.I have not decided which way I will vote as yet.

 

[tented]

Let's hope so. It's been a while that Kieran has been seen. A lot of posters left.

I’ll contact him. It’s worth trying.

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

I’ll contact him. It’s worth trying.

Tell him I demand his presence okay

 

[Mile]

Time on court:

Nadal 12 hours, 11 minutes
Djokovic 11 hours, 59 minutes.

These guys are sprinting to the finish line.

Anybody know what was shortest time to finals ? I am wondering if Fed will be watching tomorrow. And Puolie-Tsitsipas pair.

 

[tented]

Anybody know what was shortest time to finals ?.

Two guesses:
Rafa, RG, 2008
Fed, AO, 2007

 

[Denis]

Two guesses:
Rafa, RG, 2008
Fed, AO, 2007

Im pretty sure Rafa beat that 2008 record in one of his more recent FO wins. It might have been 2018.

 

[Denis]

Time on court:

Nadal 12 hours, 11 minutes
Djokovic 11 hours, 59 minutes.

These guys are sprinting to the finish line.

The final, however, will not be a sprint

 

[Denis]

Tell him I demand his presence okay

Kieran had this superstition not to post during slams. So you may have to wait a day.

 

[Mile]

The final, however, will not be a sprint

If going to 6h as last time, than Novak would pass 1/3 of Aus Open just in Finale match, and 2/3 would go to other 6 matches. Funny fact.

 

[Mile]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">7 years ago. Let’s go! Idemooo!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AusOpen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc^tfw">#AusOpen</a> <a href="https://t.co/4k6psOvvYg">pic.twitter.com/4k6psOvvYg</a></p>&mdash; Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) <a href="">January 26, 2019</a></blockquote>
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Remind me on a Skeletor ! Hi-man opposite.

 

[Moxie]

And somehow everything about that is perfectly normal.

 

[Horsa]

Maybe Kieran (sp?) will be back on TF for this final

I hope so. I'd love to get to know him. I've been told he's literary-minded as a whole & poetic & he likes word-play & that I'd love him by Moxie & Kate. I might love him but he might not love me. It would be nice if there were more poetically-minded people here.

 

[Horsa]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">7 years ago. Let’s go! Idemooo!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AusOpen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc^tfw">#AusOpen</a> <a href="https://t.co/4k6psOvvYg">pic.twitter.com/4k6psOvvYg</a></p>&mdash; Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) <a href="">January 26, 2019</a></blockquote>
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Remind me on a Skeletor ! Hi-man opposite.

Hey! @Chris Koziarz Could you explain to me what all this html means, please?