Twice as long; it IS true within 2 minutes. Don't understand that statement.,
Stan the Man proves once again at the big moment,big game this time in Big Apple. He is one of the most under- appreciated, humble, Sportsman in any sport today. Many might have noticed how he mostly stands and applauds the opponent once they walk out of the court after a match.
2017 may be the last dance for the so called Big 4, but you cannot ignore Stan.
Go Stan for the missing trophy in your shelf.... The championship at Wimbledon.
2017 may be the last dance for the so called Big 4, but you cannot ignore Stan.
Go Stan for the missing trophy in your shelf.... The championship at Wimbledon.
Just hoping for a great 5-set match, but keep in mind that Novak has been on the court only 9 hours as compared to Stan's 18 hours. The cumulative effect of all those hours, especially in the hot and humid conditions of the past couple of weeks, cannot be overstated. At least the players get a day off between the semis and the finals. It wasn't that long ago that the men played the semis on Saturday followed the next day by the finals.
I think the match will come down to court conditions. Stan takes huge swings, which he needs time to set up. If they have to close the roof and the ball is really flying, I'll take Novak, who has a Federer-like indoor record these days. But if we have slow, muggy conditions, Stan is the bigger and stronger guy; and there's no reason to think he won't bully Novak away from the baseline.
Two smart and well-matched athletes who like and respect each other, playing in the final of one of the summits of their sport. A good day for sports fans.
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Stan is so ... Can't think of a better word ... Real! Win or lose, I could watch him all day! Zeit Arbeit diese Tag, et Bon Chance!
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The US Open has been a haven for me from the dreck of contemporary life where patience with the shenanigans of politicians is impossible and concern for the well being of all of us is so challenged in every domain. Watching these dedicated, talented and oh so fiercely focused 'combatants' is wonderfully civilized; it's almost ballet and sometimes exhilarating. We win as they battle over how to place a ball on a defined space...amazing. Would that the world and reality could be so clearly and entertainingly organized.
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Well said, sid !
Looking forward to decent tennis match
Both players represent and honor old-fashioned standards of sportsmanship, fair play and ethical behavior, both on and off the court, that seem uniquely bound to tennis, and which help to make it my favorite sport. Either would uphold those traditions as winner of the U.S. Open championship tomorrow.
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Confusing comment...
What top level men’s player DOESN’T represent and honor standards of sportsmanship? From the Baryshnikov level of Roger Federer, Rafa, Murray, Isner, Karlovic, David Ferrer, Juan Del Portro (who received a standing ovation) to Lleyton Hewitt, these men are ALL hard working gentlemen of the highest order!
Old-fashioned? Perhaps you mistily remember Jimbo Connors who never grew up to John McEnroe screaming at chair umpires? Maybe Ilie “Nasty” Nastase? Or maybe “rebel” Andre Agassi was your “sportsman?” (Although after marrying Steffi Graf he did grow up.)
Because unless you are going WAY back to Rocket Rod Laver or Arthur Ashe your comment is ridiculous.
What top level men’s player DOESN’T represent and honor standards of sportsmanship? From the Baryshnikov level of Roger Federer, Rafa, Murray, Isner, Karlovic, David Ferrer, Juan Del Portro (who received a standing ovation) to Lleyton Hewitt, these men are ALL hard working gentlemen of the highest order!
Old-fashioned? Perhaps you mistily remember Jimbo Connors who never grew up to John McEnroe screaming at chair umpires? Maybe Ilie “Nasty” Nastase? Or maybe “rebel” Andre Agassi was your “sportsman?” (Although after marrying Steffi Graf he did grow up.)
Because unless you are going WAY back to Rocket Rod Laver or Arthur Ashe your comment is ridiculous.
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Yeah to most of them but Hewitt? A long time as a brat before becoming an elder statesman when his skills were very diminished. Murray? Snarling. So no, his comment is not perfect but a long way from ridiculous.
There is something bothering Novak Djokovic in this tournament and I do not think it is entirely physical. He does not appear to be the same player he used to be. As Trump would say, I can see it in his body language.
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agreed, but also believe the best champions figure out a way to win even when they're not at their best. Stan, however, will pose quite a problem here. Hoping for great play from both, no matter who wins.
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Come on Novak.
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Hoping for a great final, and I truly hope that Nole wins. The guy is an amazing player, extremely talented, great fighter with great technique. Nothing against Stan and his amazing BH, but lets go Nole lets go!!
Get that # 13!!!
Get that # 13!!!
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Murray vs Djokovic. I would not really call it a rivalry as Novak has won 24 times against 10 by Murray. Gerulaitis was 4 x 17 against Connors and nobody called that a rivalry.
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Gerulaitis was 0-17 against Connors before Vitas won his first. I still smile thinking of the post-match press conference where Gerulatis joked that he'd made a clear statement that day: "Nobody beats Vitas Gerulatis 18 times in a row!" RIP.
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