The Tennis Thread

[Arnoldtoo]

I've not seen anything from Shapovalov that's convinced me that he's going to reach the top echelons of the sport yet.
Would love it if Kyrgios could knock out Nadal, whatever your thoughts on him, his matches are never dull.

I think Kyrgios is the only one left in the draw who has it in him to beat more than one of the big 3 in the same tournament, and he's done it before. If Nadal comes through that match it's difficult to see past Rafa v Rog and Djokovic v S.O.Else in the semis.

 

[aliyid]

On the Kyrgios side I personally think he doesn’t have the game to compete with the top players in slams. Has the occasional flash in the pan but can’t produce it when needed or with any consistency.

People always say he has natural talent but I just see him as a poor mans Monfils (who had more talent and more heart than Kyrgios has ever displayed).

Would much rather watch Monfils, Tsonga, Del Potro, etc... never too sure where the love for Kyrgios comes from as results never back up the hype

 

[JCRD]

Come onnnn. Kyrgrgrgrgrgiosssss

 

[Arnoldtoo]

Hmm. Complaints about the umpire, and about Rafa not playing to his speed, and taking too long between 1st & 2nd serves, and an underarm service ace ...

And Rafa wins the set 6-3

I think he should concentrate on playing the tennis of which he is capable.

 

[JCRD]

Hmm. Complaints about the umpire, and about Rafa not playing to his speed, and taking too long between 1st & 2nd serves, and an underarm service ace ...

And Rafa wins the set 6-3

I think he should concentrate on playing the tennis of which he is capable.

He certainly is playing the tennis in this set

Good stuff but needs to win this set

 

[kendoddsdadsdogsdead]

The Wimbledon crowd have got to be the worst. Middle class, floppy hat wearing gnawfers Who think someone sneezing or a pigeon flying into the grass is the funniest thing. The worst thing is the majority probably only watch tennis two weeks a year

 

[JCRD]

I genuinely dislike tennis crowds sometimes

 

[JCRD]

The Wimbledon crowd have got to be the worst. Middle class, floppy hat wearing gnawfers Who think someone sneezing or a pigeon flying into the grass is the funniest thing. The worst thing is the majority probably only watch tennis two weeks a year

I agree - horrible

I have gone to Wimbledon and expecting to go on monday next week but i just go for a laugh and get hammered. Whats with the booing and shit - ****s

 

[JCRD]

Fuckin nutter

 

[Arnoldtoo]

Now it gets interesting!

 

[kendoddsdadsdogsdead]

I agree - horrible

I have gone to Wimbledon and expecting to go on monday next week but i just go for a laugh and get hammered. Whats with the booing and shit - ****s

It’s a good day out tbf, even waiting in the queue in the morning especially if it’s nice weather, like you say few beers a bit of sun. I normally go every year but always to the outside courts which to be fair are ok. The show court crowd make me cringe.

 

[JCRD]

Nadal is on the rattle

 

[JCRD]

It’s a good day out tbf, even waiting in the queue in the morning especially if it’s nice weather, like you say few beers a bit of sun. I normally go every year but always to the outside courts which to be fair are ok. The show court crowd make me cringe.

I agree re the show courts.... crowd. it just pisses me off how they flip from pro to anti whoever.

Kyrgios is in Nadals head

 

[Arnoldtoo]

Since Kyrgios stopped chuntering this has become a bloody good match.

Even with Rafa 2-1 up I wouldn't like to call it.

 

[JCRD]

Since Kyrgios stopped chuntering this has become a bloody good match.

Even with Rafa 2-1 up I wouldn't like to call it.

He will definitely need to win this set

Ok that is stating the obvious but i mean if it goes to tie break i think Nadal will win it

Kyrgios has played well for a guy who was in the pub all night

 

[Sandros Shiny Head]

Kyrgios is such a melt

 

[talkshowhost86]

Kyrgios is such a melt

He's a prick.

Chronic waste of talent and annoyingly he's probably richer than some harder workers because of his 'infamy'.

Hope he just sods off soon.

 

[ajspurs]

On the Kyrgios side I personally think he doesn’t have the game to compete with the top players in slams. Has the occasional flash in the pan but can’t produce it when needed or with any consistency.

People always say he has natural talent but I just see him as a poor mans Monfils (who had more talent and more heart than Kyrgios has ever displayed).

Would much rather watch Monfils, Tsonga, Del Potro, etc... never too sure where the love for Kyrgios comes from as results never back up the hype

I don't think he has the game to compete at the top currently, but we're watching a Kyrgios who clearly doesn't give a shit as much as he should or could. Personally I can see the potential, I think if he put in as much effort and showed as much professionalism towards the sport as players like Monfils and Tsonga he would be top 5. Monfils actually frustrates the hell out of me, so much talent but has never really greatly excelled in any of his career, at least as far as my memory serves. I really rate Del Potro and love his game but he's just plagued with injuries unfortunately.

I've just come to the conclusion that Kyrgios just really doesn't care that much. I like him for the fact that he makes me want to watch him, I think just his nature made the match today for example even more interesting, yet in fairness to counteract that, he could gather that same interest just by simply dedicating himself more and performing to his potential.

 

[Clark28]

He knows how to pick a football team at least

 

[spurs mental]

This Cori Gauff girl is fairly good for a 15 year old isn't she?