Roland Garros / French Open 2023 [Men] - Grand Slam

[MargaretMcAleer]

Another highlight for me apart from watching this incredible young man Alcaraz is also sneaking a view of JCF

 

[Kieran]

I honestly don't know how Novak plans to handle this guy on Friday, but he can try and he will, probably just to find out that he is slowly becoming an obsolete model.

Novak’s a different level. He’ll know when to let out it go, and when to grind it out. He’s top level when it comes to holding his nerve, and he’ll serve so much better, knowing that he’ll have to.

The question really should be reversed because Carlos is the one heading into hostile, new territory..

 

[Nadalfan2013]

Novak’s a different level. He’ll know when to let out it go, and when to grind it out. He’s top level when it comes to holding his nerve, and he’ll serve so much better, knowing that he’ll have to.

The question really should be reversed because Carlos is the one heading into hostile, new territory..

The question is rather if Djokovic will even show up for the semifinal, or if he will withdraw prior to it with an “injury”.

 

[Kieran]

The question is rather if Djokovic will even show up for the semifinal, or if he will withdraw prior to it with an “injury”.

You know he’ll show up. He enjoys this kind of match, and until proven otherwise, the 22 time slam champ and current Wimbledon and Australian champ is the favourite…

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

Alcaraz gets the early break in set 3

 

[shawnbm]

The question is rather if Djokovic will even show up for the semifinal, or if he will withdraw prior to it with an “injury”.

This is not the Novak of thirteen or so years ago. There will be no withdrawal. He wants to put Carlitos down to show he is still the one to beat on the big stage. He will come prepared for war, and he has been tested many times by Federer and Nadal--and he has often come out on top.

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

Alcaraz with that drop shot all Stef could do was watch if had no wheels to get there
Consolidate the breaks leads 3-0

 

[Kieran]

This is not the Novak of thirteen or so years ago. There will be no withdrawal. He wants to put Carlitos down to show he is still the one to beat on the big stage. He will come prepared for war, and he has been tested many times by Federer and Nadal--and he has often come out on top.

That’s it, and he’s got an opportunity to make history twice at this event, so he’ll cheat, steal and borrow to get himself over the line…

 

[atttomole]

The question is rather if Djokovic will even show up for the semifinal, or if he will withdraw prior to it with an “injury”.

Rumor has it that Djokovic fractured his wrist in his match against Kachanov, meaning that he could retire before Nadal.

 

[Kieran]

Alcaraz with that drop shot all Stef could do was watch if had no wheels to get there
Consolidate the breaks leads 3-0

It’s phenomenal..

 

[the AntiPusher]

As much might be one of the few fans of the young Greek on this board . I need him to get blasted off the court today by Carlitos to be fresh for Novak

I'm getting my wish . However Stefano's game today is pure hot garbage

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

It’s phenomenal..

Yep he is the complete package for someone who is 20 years young

 

[Kieran]

Rumor has it that Djokovic fractured his wrist in his match against Kachanov, meaning that he could retire before Nadal.

Really? I hope it’s not true but if he shows up with a bandaged wrist to play, I’ll suspect it’s a ploy. I didn’t see any moment in that match where he pulled up with a sore wrist, but then I did switch it off to watch a chop socky..

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

I'm getting my wish . However Stefano's game today is pure hot garbage

No, Stef just met someone tonight who is playing like Superman!

 

[MargaretMcAleer]

That fhand from Alcaraz had Flames on It lol!

 

[lomaha]

why does Alcaraz have to make that noise AFTER he hits the ball....it's annoying!
He's destroying Stefano

 

[atttomole]

Really? I hope it’s not true but if he shows up with a bandaged wrist to play, I’ll suspect it’s a ploy. I didn’t see any moment in that match where he pulled up with a sore wrist, but then I did switch it off to watch a chop socky..

I am almost sure about that. Twitter hasn’t confirmed it though!!

 

[don_fabio]

Novak’s a different level. He’ll know when to let out it go, and when to grind it out. He’s top level when it comes to holding his nerve, and he’ll serve so much better, knowing that he’ll have to.

The question really should be reversed because Carlos is the one heading into hostile, new territory..

Novak is going to make it competitive, no doubt. I hope for a close 4 setter, possibly 5, but when it comes to crucial moments I believe Alcaraz quality will prevail.

I don't think Carlos cares much about what's on the line, he is just playing his tennis, he knows what he can do, but some nerves can always come if the opponent push him.

 

[Kieran]

I am almost sure about that. Twitter hasn’t confirmed it though!!

Where did you hear it?

 

[Kieran]

why does Alcaraz have to make that noise AFTER he hits the ball....it's annoying!
He's destroying Stefano

I’ve brought this up before - he’ll be called on that some day. It’s a hindrance foul..