Indian Wells

[Front242]

My 6-2 set prediction is looking quite possible.

 

[nehmeth]

^How would they not? During the Fed match yesterday they were talking Edberg even over the points.

Did they spend that whole time questioning the advisability of the choice? That's what I meant... they keep coming back to wondering why Novak did it and whether it was a good idea. I bet most of the comments re: Edberg were positive.

 

[Front242]

And 6-2 it is. Good prediction if I say so myself Pity I didn't put €50 on the score for set 2.

 

[Correspondent Kiu]

thank you Novak, now I get to watch JJ.

 

[Front242]

thank you Novak, now I get to watch JJ.

Thought you meant Janowicz but I see you meant Jelena Jankovic.

 

[Moxie]

^How would they not? During the Fed match yesterday they were talking Edberg even over the points.

Did they spend that whole time questioning the advisability of the choice? That's what I meant... they keep coming back to wondering why Novak did it and whether it was a good idea. I bet most of the comments re: Edberg were positive.

No, you're right. They mostly glowed over it, as they do with most things Fed. You'll admit that Becker for Djokovic has been the most controversial coaching match-up of the season, though. Even as to why he decided to make a change in Dec. However, there's no reason to be less than optimistic about it, in commentary. They should balance with positives, because…why not? Who knows how this partnership will go? It's more than a bit of bias, I'll give you that, for sure.

Good win for Novak, when pushed, btw!

 

[rafanoy1992]

^How would they not? During the Fed match yesterday they were talking Edberg even over the points.

Did they spend that whole time questioning the advisability of the choice? That's what I meant... they keep coming back to wondering why Novak did it and whether it was a good idea. I bet most of the comments re: Edberg were positive.

No, you're right. They mostly glowed over it, as they do with most things Fed. You'll admit that Becker for Djokovic has been the most controversial coaching match-up of the season, though. Even as to why he decided to make a change in Dec. However, there's no reason to be less than optimistic about it, in commentary. They should balance with positives, because…why not? Who knows how this partnership will go? It's more than a bit of bias, I'll give you that, for sure.

Good win for Novak, when pushed, btw!

By the way Moxie, I saw Mohamed Layhani in person last night! He is probably the best and coolest tennis umpire in the business. Also, he always smile even on a regular point:snigger

 

[Moxie]

By the way Moxie, I saw Mohamed Layhani in person last night! He is probably the best and coolest tennis umpire in the business. Also, he always smile even on a regular point:snigger

Aw! We are deeply tennis nerds, those of us who know the umpires, but Layhani is the best, IMO. I'd swoon if I saw him in person. Sweet!

 

[rafanoy1992]

By the way Moxie, I saw Mohamed Layhani in person last night! He is probably the best and coolest tennis umpire in the business. Also, he always smile even on a regular point:snigger

Aw! We are deeply tennis nerds, those of us who know the umpires, but Layhani is the best, IMO. I'd swoon if I saw him in person. Sweet!

Man, it was fun talking with other fans talking about tennis in general. The best part is that they are all seem relax and having fun.

 

[Luxilon Borg]

Sunday Mini Report:

Today I was VERY impressed with-

Gulbis.

He was just Bone Crushing the ball off the backhand, and even the funky forehand. First serve was an absolute bomb, I don't think I saw a first serve under 135 mph. Sick performance today against Sousa.

Robredo.

Scraped by 6-4 in the third against Marinko. What a crafty veteran. The accuracy on the forehand is simply dazzling.

Domicmic Thiem.

What a powerhouse this guy is. He was just murdering the ball. His one handed is sick. I do wonder if he is one dimensional. There was very little subtlety. However hard to determine from one match. He dropped the hammer on Simon says on ct 5.

Lu.

This player was in the zone like you could not believe for an hour and 20 minutes. Kohlshreiber had no idea what hit him. Lu was a bulldozer.

 

[Luxilon Borg]

By the way Moxie, I saw Mohamed Layhani in person last night! He is probably the best and coolest tennis umpire in the business. Also, he always smile even on a regular point:snigger

Aw! We are deeply tennis nerds, those of us who know the umpires, but Layhani is the best, IMO. I'd swoon if I saw him in person. Sweet!

I saw him last night...very nice guy...and very appreciative of the fans who know him.

 

[Luxilon Borg]

Carillo and Courier have spent the last 10 minutes describing their thoughts regarding the Becker/Djokovic pairing. It seems everyone considers it to be the odd couple.

Thank god I was watching tennis live the last 3 days. I just can't hack Carillo's cackle. nono

ESPN dumped her and so should TC.

 

[brokenshoelace]

Looking at the draw, I can't see a way in which Novak doesn't reach the final, unless Isner catches fire and serves out of his mind or something.

EDIT: Just noticed Cilic is there and he's in good form. But still, now is a good time for Novak to build confidence.

 

[Rose]

By the way Moxie, I saw Mohamed Layhani in person last night! He is probably the best and coolest tennis umpire in the business. Also, he always smile even on a regular point:snigger

Aw! We are deeply tennis nerds, those of us who know the umpires, but Layhani is the best, IMO. I'd swoon if I saw him in person. Sweet!

Carillo and Courier have spent the last 10 minutes describing their thoughts regarding the Becker/Djokovic pairing. It seems everyone considers it to be the odd couple.

Thank god I was watching tennis live the last 3 days. I just can't hack Carillo's cackle. nono

ESPN dumped her and so should TC.

I agree about Layhani and Carillo

 

[Rose]

Players are starting to drop out of this Tournament like flies Some of them probably shouldn't have even made an entry into the Tournament!

 

[herios]

Sunday Mini Report:

Today I was VERY impressed with-

Gulbis.

He was just Bone Crushing the ball off the backhand, and even the funky forehand. First serve was an absolute bomb, I don't think I saw a first serve under 135 mph. Sick performance today against Sousa.

Robredo.

Scraped by 6-4 in the third against Marinko. What a crafty veteran. The accuracy on the forehand is simply dazzling.

Domicmic Thiem.

What a powerhouse this guy is. He was just murdering the ball. His one handed is sick. I do wonder if he is one dimensional. There was very little subtlety. However hard to determine from one match. He dropped the hammer on Simon says on ct 5.

Lu.

This player was in the zone like you could not believe for an hour and 20 minutes. Kohlshreiber had no idea what hit him. Lu was a bulldozer.

I read Gilbis had a 100% conversion on his first serves. Too bad he is set to meet Grigor next, I would have liked them both being able to go deeper in this event, as they both are in form.

 

[Rose]

I feel Grigor will win the Match, but I have been known to be wrong.

 

[Luxilon Borg]

Sunday Mini Report:

Today I was VERY impressed with-

Gulbis.

He was just Bone Crushing the ball off the backhand, and even the funky forehand. First serve was an absolute bomb, I don't think I saw a first serve under 135 mph. Sick performance today against Sousa.

Robredo.

Scraped by 6-4 in the third against Marinko. What a crafty veteran. The accuracy on the forehand is simply dazzling.

Domicmic Thiem.

What a powerhouse this guy is. He was just murdering the ball. His one handed is sick. I do wonder if he is one dimensional. There was very little subtlety. However hard to determine from one match. He dropped the hammer on Simon says on ct 5.

Lu.

This player was in the zone like you could not believe for an hour and 20 minutes. Kohlshreiber had no idea what hit him. Lu was a bulldozer.

I read Gilbis had a 100% conversion on his first serves. Too bad he is set to meet Grigor next, I would have liked them both being able to go deeper in this event, as they both are in form.

If that match lives up to its potential...WOW. Gulbis will be looking to avenge his defeat from a few weeks back. He was in control of that match...

 

[nehmeth]

I read Gilbis had a 100% conversion on his first serves. Too bad he is set to meet Grigor next, I would have liked them both being able to go deeper in this event, as they both are in form.

If that match lives up to its potential...WOW. Gulbis will be looking to avenge his defeat from a few weeks back. He was in control of that match...

If it's anything like their last meeting, I will erase the DVR without watching. I like Grigor, but I would also like to see Gulbis make good on his desire to rise in the rankings. Hopefully they will have a quality match.

 

[Luxilon Borg]

I read Gilbis had a 100% conversion on his first serves. Too bad he is set to meet Grigor next, I would have liked them both being able to go deeper in this event, as they both are in form.

If that match lives up to its potential...WOW. Gulbis will be looking to avenge his defeat from a few weeks back. He was in control of that match...

If it's anything like their last meeting, I will erase the DVR without watching. I like Grigor, but I would also like to see Gulbis make good on his desire to rise in the rankings. Hopefully they will have a quality match.

Honestly, the way he was destroying the ball yesterday REALLY stood out. Sousa was a spectator. He won 6 games because Ernie was being kind. It could have easily been 0 and 1 or even 0 and 0 with all the break points. Grigor was ridiculously athletic and accurate in the 2nd set against Haase.