BNP Paribas Masters - ATP 1000 - Oct. 27th to Nov. 2nd

[herios]

That was a lose-lose no matter which guy won -- even the announcers several times described it as "not exactly riveting tennis" -- but congrats to Raonic.

Now, bring on tennis which will be enjoyable.

I certainly enjoy it! It is a Nole special

 

[nehmeth]

C'mon Novak... stay aggressive.

 

[Billie]

Was Nishikori the last player to beat Nole indoors? Actually it must be somebody at the WTF that year.

It was Sam Querrey in Paris 2012, right.

 

[Billie]

There is one bad game from Nole, it is like a default lately.:snigger

 

[Billie]

Nice backhand cc winner from Nole, nobody does it better than him. It's hard for me to tell which one I like better: the stretched out cc BH or FH winner.

 

[tented]

Disappointing match ...

I was hoping for

But I got :cover

 

[Billie]

Up and down from both players, some nice winners from both, but also some bad misses. Nole keep your eyes on the prize, concentrate please. Nishikori might have more success on Nole's service games than his here in the 2nd set. One more break point to be saved. Let's go.

Time violation for Nole, well hurry up Nole! Leave it be, you are winning.uzzled

 

[nehmeth]

That was a definitive win against the pesky little fella. Novak continues to give himself more breathing room in the year end #1 race.

 

[Murat Baslamisli]

Looks like it was fairly routine for Nole. This surface is just perfect for him, not that he needs the help of the surface.

 

[Billie]

Good job Nole, now good luck facing those bombs from Raonic tomorrow.

26 straight indoor match wins for Nole.:clap

 

[herios]

My dream final :clap
I love Paris :heart:

 

[Denis]

My dream final :clap
I love Paris :heart:

This semi would have been mine. Happy they both made it this far, looks more and more like kei is going to be a real force next year (I expected this after yesterday). Looking good for the ye #1

Who are you rooting for tomorrow?

 

[pavlik89]

[video=youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HY838rW5bi0[/video]

 

[pavlik89]

[video=youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHCfNCD-rkU[/video]

 

[tented]

My dream final :clap
I love Paris :heart:

Enjoy, Herios. You've been waiting for this a long time.

Also, congrats to Novak for getting into the final. :clap

 

[pavlik89]

Novak Djokovic vs Kei Nishikori 2014 PARIS Masters 1/2 FULL MATCH [HD]

http://www.tennishdhighlights.com/atp-masters/paris-masters/

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

Congrats Novak for making the final.If Novak defends his Paris title he will win his 20th Master Series title as well.

 

[pavlik89]

Novak Djokovic vs Kei Nishikori 2014 PARIS Masters 1/2 Highlights HD
http://www.tennishdhighlights.com/atp-masters/paris-masters/

Tomas Berdych vs Milos Raonic 2014 PARIS Masters 1/2 Highlights HD
http://www.tennishdhighlights.com/atp-masters/paris-masters/

 

[Iona16]

I can't say I'm too disappointed in the result. Andy is needing the rest. I don't see anybody beating Novak.

I am sad to see Ferrer not make the WTF. I had to root for FEDERER today and he let me down. He had ONE blooming job to do. I wasn't thinking for a second that he would lose.

Raonic is going to bore me to tears.

Hey Iona,
You do not see a whole lot of athleticism when you go to a MIlos match, but when he unleashes a 240km serve, the sound of the ball coming off the racket, and the sound it makes when it hits the back drop...there is always a collective gasp from the audience. It is fun actually. You want more...That power never translates properly on TV. You will have some fun, I hope.

I've never seen Nishikori or Raonic live. I've seen all the other players that will be at the WTF. There is nothing like seeing Murray, Djokovic and Federer live. No point mentioning Nadal as he won't be there. When you see those guys you're just astounded by their speed, athleticism and shot-making. You think you know how quick Andy and Novak are when you see them on TV and then you see them live and your jaw drops. I can appreciate that the Raonic serve will be impressive live - just as it is on TV BUT I don't see what else there is to get excited about. I'm looking forward to seeing Nishikori - would have preferred Ferrer though.

My boy will be there and that was all I cared about 6 weeks ago. I can't wait.

 

[Murat Baslamisli]

^I have seen them all Iona, and yes, the top guys are just amazing...All I am saying is have an open mind, and have a lot of fun.