WIMBLEDON 2012 - SINGLES: Mens and Ladies Discussion thread (info in first posts)

[RoastLamb]

Well if he does lose I'm glad he's in Andy's half.

[JAMES4578]

Wouldn't count Rafa out but some incredible tennis from Rosol, some drama on centre!

[DaveArneRiise]

No idea, something about him not liking the way Rosol is preparing to serve. I think he's just irritated.

Up to his usual tricks then I see. 629

[wriggles]

More than irritated - cheeky little shoulder barge on the way to his chair!
Never seen Rafa so worked up - Rosol has got right inside his head!

if andy behaved like rafa is doing he would be ripped to shreds by media and every stupid commy...i wonder if janet street potty mouth would comment on rafas on court behaviour...andy is really a saint at times! rafa is always extremely grumpy espesh when losing!!! but come on rafa i dont wana see him go out even though it would massively improve andys chances!

[jamie&andy's fan]

I thought it was so silly of Rafa to make a fuss like that to be frank. It was a stuppid thing and he knew it. He normally behaves so well !

[DaveArneRiise]

Raonic took first set tie breaker against Qurrey. Querrey served for the 2nd but was broken.

[RoastLamb]

Oh for heaven's sakes stop ripping into Rafa. Compared to many other temperamental players he's an angel.

[Manaus]

They're going to finish this match today one way or another. Apparently if Nadal wins this set they'll close the roof.

[jamie&andy's fan]

Oh for heaven's sakes stop ripping into Rafa. Compared to many other temperamental players he's an angel.

Not as humble as people to think though .He showed some of his true colours

[wriggles]

Oh for heaven's sakes stop ripping into Rafa. Compared to many other temperamental players he's an angel.

i have no problem with anyone being as grumpy as they like on court i would think its natural if youre annoyed!..just andy would be scolded for it

[JAMES4578]

Rafa took advantage of a few errors and now up 5-2 in the 4th, he could wel lbe in the ascendancy now even if he was rattled for a while.

[Manaus]

Rosol gone off the boil a bit and Nadal takes the 4th. Get the feeling it's one way traffic now.

[jamie&andy's fan]

Rosol gone off the boil a bit and Nadal takes the 4th. Get the feeling it's one way traffic now.

agreed

[DaveArneRiise]

Oh for heaven's sakes stop ripping into Rafa. Compared to many other temperamental players he's an angel.

Alright for the Rafa Brigade to poke fun at Federer on here constantly though!? :rolling:

[DaveArneRiise]

Qurrey takes 2nd set tie breaker against Milos. Milos had SP to go 2 sets up there but Qureey bounced to level things at a set a piece.

[jamie&andy's fan]

THANK YOU DAVID !!!!!!! So ******* true !

[Manaus]

Roof being closed now. Wonder what Rosol's coach will say to him to try and inspire him for the deciding set.

[JAMES4578]

They are closing the roof for the match to be completed but there'll be a 30 minute delay, think Rafa's the strong favourite now though. It's 1 set each with Raonic and Querrey.

[DaveArneRiise]

Roof being closed now. Wonder what Rosol's coach will say to him to try and inspire him for the deciding set.

Go out have a go, most importantly enjoy yourself. All the pressure is on Nadal.

[Linda]

Typical. Just as Rafa has the momentum for the first time in the match, they have to stop for half an hour. :sad:

Rafa really doesn't like this guy. But I know why - someone I know who is courtside has been tweeting right from the start of the match about Rosol's antics whilst Rafa is trying to serve (of course on the TV they show the server so we haven't seen much of that).

[WimbledonAce]

I thought it was so silly of Rafa to make a fuss like that to be frank. It was a stuppid thing and he knew it. He normally behaves so well !

Is odd to see Rafa like that, must have been rattled. Andy has been cool as a cucumber so far,long may it continue :)

[DaveArneRiise]

Typical. Just as Rafa has the momentum for the first time in the match, they have to stop for half an hour. :sad:

Rafa really doesn't like this guy. But I know why - someone I know who is courtside has been tweeting right from the start of the match about Rosol's antics whilst Rafa is trying to serve (of course on the TV they show the server so we haven't seen much of that).

There you go then, Rosol must be a bit of a so and so because Keith said so on twitter :facepalm:

[Manaus]

Typical. Just as Rafa has the momentum for the first time in the match, they have to stop for half an hour. :sad:

Rafa really doesn't like this guy. But I know why - someone I know who is courtside has been tweeting right from the start of the match about Rosol's antics whilst Rafa is trying to serve (of course on the TV they show the server so we haven't seen much of that).

I'm still wondering what he was doing though? I thought Rafa was complaining about the way Rosol was preparing to serve putting him off.

[WimbledonAce]

He was dancing about a bit with his racquet. Surprised it bothered him so much thoug tbh. Glad they put andy on nice and early,don't like these matches that go late.

[jamie&andy's fan]

He was dancing about a bit with his racquet. Surprised it bothered him so much thoug tbh. Glad they put andy on nice and early,don't like these matches that go late.

I know you could barely notice it !! Rafa was just annooyed and wanted to take it out on someone tbh

[Alis]

I know you could barely notice it !! Rafa was just annooyed and wanted to take it out on someone tbh

.............. and Rafa isn't above indulging in gamesmanship himself - he just doesn't like it if he's on the receiving end, particularly if he is losing.

[jamie&andy's fan]

.............. and Rafa isn't above indulging in gamesmanship himself - he just doesn't like it if he's on the receiving end, particularly if he is losing.

I know he's like a spoilt kid !!! all nice and humble when he's winning .

[ljs]

I know he's like a spoilt kid !!! all nice and humble when he's winning .

a bit like Roger then ?? sorry couldnt resist :lol:

[DaveArneRiise]

Taking their time with the roof are they not. I've seen milk turn quicker!

[jamie&andy's fan]

a bit like Roger then ?? sorry couldnt resist :lol:

But everyone always go ON and ON about how humble Rafa is.It's so annoying !

[Sallydaisy]

Taking their time with the roof are they not. I've seen milk turn quicker!
The roof only takes about 10mins to close but once that's done they have to adjust the temperature and air conditioning because otherwise the grass sweats making it slippery.

[DaveArneRiise]

Raonic and Qurrey match was halted, darkness I presume. Anyways 1 set a piece in that one.

[WimbledonAce]

But everyone always go ON and ON about how humble Rafa is.It's so annoying !

Rafa is normally pretty humble. He just seems to have been a bit out of sorts for these 2 matches. He should come through it now and no doubt his level will go up for the rest of the tournament.

[WimbledonAce]

Raonic and Qurrey match was halted, darkness I presume. Anyways 1 set a piece in that one.

Yet another match carried over on court 1 then! And it prob has hours to go!

[Alis]

Rafa is normally pretty humble. He just seems to have been a bit out of sorts for these 2 matches. He should come through it now and no doubt his level will go up for the rest of the tournament.

I agree Rafa comes over as 'everso 'umble' when talking to the press but he's anything but humble on the court.

[RoastLamb]

I agree Rafa comes over as 'everso 'umble' when talking to the press but he's anything but humble on the court.

That is so crap!!! Sorry you are totally wrong. He is 100% humble on and off.

[RoastLamb]

I love how the Rafa bashers come on here in force when they scent blood. :lol:

[Bardot]

John McEnroe spoke to the umpire during the break and apparently Nadal was complaining about loud breathing from Rosol before each point. :doh::laugh:

[jamie&andy's fan]

John McEnroe spoke to the umpire during the break and apparently Nadal was complaining about loud breathing from Rosol before each point. :doh::laugh:


hahaa om gosh !!!! That is so low!

[RoastLamb]

Oh get over yourselves. SO LOW!!!!!! :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Linda]

Yes, apparently Rosol was making strange noises every time that Rafa was trying to serve. That is what the argument was about.

[Manaus]

Wow and Rosol takes the early break. Let's see if Rosol can hold his serve now.

[DaveArneRiise]

Amazing this. Holds for 2-0.

[Manaus]

Easy enough hold for Rosol. Impressive stuff from him. Wonder if he can keep this up for the rest of the set.

[karanga]

What a horrible match - Rosol is obviously for some reason treating this as a grudge match.

Hope Rafa can win through. I'd hate to see Andy play Rosol.

[DaveArneRiise]

Long way to go. Nadal is one of the greatest competitors in the history of tennis so one thing for sure is that he won't beat himself.

Mightily impressive this from Rosol though! I mean lets be honest who expected this? I don't think I've ever seen this guy play before.

[DaveArneRiise]

That was just wrong. Rosol serves an ace but point replayed because Rafa wasn't ready :rolleyes: :rolling:

Rosol holds though for 3-1!

[Jan]

Heather is second on centre tomorrow.

[DaveArneRiise]

Heather is second on centre tomorrow.

:cheer:

[RoastLamb]

There's no coming back for Rafa. :sad:

[RoastLamb]

What a horrible match - Rosol is obviously for some reason treating this as a grudge match.

Hope Rafa can win through. I'd hate to see Andy play Rosol.

I think Andy could handle Rosol quite nicely.

[Jan]

where is Rosol ranked? I don't think Rafa knows what's hit him - but never count him out.

[DaveArneRiise]

Reminds me of when Soderling dismantled Nadal at RG few years back. Very similar in a way.

[RoastLamb]

I think he's 100 or around that. And this is his first Wimbly. He has no fear. :lol:

[DaveArneRiise]

where is Rosol ranked? I don't think Rafa knows what's hit him - but never count him out.

He is ranked number 100!

[RoastLamb]

Reminds me of when Soderling dismantled Nadal at RG few years back. Very similar in a way.

Except Rafa was injured then. He's not today.

[ljs]

ive never seen this guy before , do u guys know him ?

[Jan]

this is scary

[RoastLamb]

I know of him but have never seen him play.

[Manaus]

There's no coming back for Rafa. :sad:

I don't think you can ever count Rafa out until the last point is played but Rosol is playing a blinder here. Can't believe he's winning this!

[DaveArneRiise]

Except Rafa was injured then. He's not today.

Was he? Doing Soderling dis-service though, injured or not Sodelring played a blinder that day.

[cazza99]

I know of him but have never seen him play.
Didn't he do well in some clay court tournaments.

[Jan]

ive never seen this guy before , do u guys know him ?
nope

[ljs]

I know of him but have never seen him play.

Ive never even heard of him , wow , this will be something if he takes Rafa out , sorry RL :(

[SamP]

Who is this Rosol?!

I've never seen anyone hit a ball like this in a fifth set against Nadal!!

[DaveArneRiise]

Crucial game this, could reignite Nadal this if he holds. He does, 3-4 pressure back on Rosol.

[RoastLamb]

Was he? Doing Soderling dis-service though, injured or not Sodelring played a blinder that day.

Rafa was injured. He beat Soderling in the final a year later in straights. Let's not forget that. :rolleyes:

[Jan]

hmm I have to go and pick my daughter up - video is set!

[cazza99]

I think Andy could handle Rosol quite nicely.

Except Andy has to get past the 3rd, 4th and quarters first. Raonic could probably give Andy a tough time if he makes it to the fourth round.

[RoastLamb]

Ive never even heard of him , wow , this will be something if he takes Rafa out , sorry RL :(

It's OK. Que sera and all that. Good for Andy in the end.

[RoastLamb]

Except Andy has to get past the 3rd, 4th and quarters first. Raonic could probably give Andy a tough time if he makes it to the fourth round.

Yup but Milos isn't playing his best and Querrey has a good chance to beat him. :sad: Plus Andy has the experience.

[Sallydaisy]

Rosol is now serving at *4-3 in the 5th set; he sure has a burr up his butt.

[ljs]

yes it would be good for Andy , and if this guy does win , well we all know what usually happens in the next round

[Manaus]

Rafa just can't do anything to break Rosol with all the booming aces. Rosol just needs 1 more game! :surprised:

[DaveArneRiise]

Rafa was injured. He beat Soderling in the final a year later in straights. Let's not forget that. :rolleyes:

Chill, I'm not saying Sod is better or anything just saying he played a blinder that day, and this Rosol lads's play today reminds me of that. Jeez all you Nadal fans getting your nickers in a twist because it's not going his way and because of harmless comments from people on here. Yet it's alright for you lot to constantly poke fun at Federer. Pot, Kettle Black.

[RoastLamb]

you have to admire this guy - he's so in the zone!

[RoastLamb]

Chill, I'm not saying Sod is better or anything just saying he played a blinder that day, and this Rosol lads's play today reminds me of that. Jeez all you Nadal fans getting your nickers in a twist because it's not going his way and because of harmless comments from people on here. Yet it's alright for you lot to constantly poke fun at Federer. Pot, Kettle Black.

:lol: Back at ya! You were dissing Rafa at the French yet he wins. Go figure.

[cazza99]

Nothing outstanding in Rosol's activity this year

http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Top-Players/Lukas-Rosol.aspx?t=pa

[ljs]

Chill, I'm not saying Sod is better or anything just saying he played a blinder that day, and this Rosol lads's play today reminds me of that. Jeez all you Nadal fans getting your nickers in a twist because it's not going his way and because of harmless comments from people on here. Yet it's alright for you lot to constantly poke fun at Federer. Pot, Kettle Black.


But , u have to admit Dave , that Roger gives us alot of ammunition !!! lol

[Sallydaisy]

It'd be a good idea for everyone to stick to discussing the tennis right now.
This is one heck of a match regardless of who else you support besides Andy.

[Manaus]

The biggest test of nerves for Rosol now. Can he serve for the match to gain the biggest win of his career with world number 2 and multi slam winner Rafa staring him down?

[wriggles]

this is insania!!! come on rafa wimbers not the same without him!

[RoastLamb]

It'd be a good idea for everyone to stick to discussing the tennis right now.
This is one heck of a match regardless of who else you support besides Andy.

Yeah I totally agree. Stick to the tennis instead of sticking it to the player.

[Alis]

C'mon Rosol!

[DaveArneRiise]

:lol: Back at ya! You were dissing Rafa at the French yet he wins. Go figure.

Cool.

[david1610]

SO will he serve it out?

[ljs]

well id hate to see rafa lose really , but its good for the game and makes things exciting when there are guys who step up and stir things up

[Sallydaisy]

Can Rosol serve it out???
He seems fearless!

[Manaus]

Or does he have nerves? He just fired an ace!

[DaveArneRiise]

Can Rosol serve it out???
He seems fearless!

Stunning this Sally.

[Manaus]

3MPs!!! :surprised:

[Sallydaisy]

Oh my goodness. What a turn up for the books!

Rafa out of Wimbledon in R2. It beggars belief.
:shocked:

Rosol has outplayed, outhit and sustained a level through 5 sets.
Blimey!

[DaveArneRiise]

Wow! Amazing, that was well and truly stunning. Best performance of the year! Take a bow Rosol take a bow son

[RoastLamb]

Poor Rafa! But kudos to Rosol! He played a blinder.

[ljs]

wow just wow , shocker , but hey .. its good for Andy :)

[Manaus]

OH. MY. WORD. Rafa out with an ace from Rosol. Feel for Rafa but hats off to Rosol absolute nerves of steel from him regardless of what you think of him.

[-J-]

Omg
:cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer:

[Bardot]

Wow! Absolutely incredible! Has there ever been an upset like that at Wimbledon? Amazing.

[ljs]

i bet Djoko and Fed are grinning right about now , and Andy too

[DaveArneRiise]

Wow! Absolutely incredible! Has there ever been an upset like that at Wimbledon? Amazing.

Not on this scale surely!

Only one which could match it was when Ivo knocked out defending champ Hewitt in 1st round.

This tops it though, stunning absolutely stunning!

[RoastLamb]

Have to keep telling myself it's good for Andy!!!!! :lol:

[harriet]

amazzzzing! who is this guy?

[david1610]

The top four were making the SFs their own so seemingly easily most of the time that this reminds us just how special that was/is.

[RoastLamb]

What about when Federer beat Sampras altho' that was the fourth round.

[Alis]

Well done the boy - he deserved that!

[cazza99]

Rosol seems stunned. He lost to Goffin at the first round of qualifers last year at Wimbledon!

[DaveArneRiise]

This is what happens when you drink your milk and eat your vegetables ;) :cheer:

[david1610]

Just checked he is literally just in the top100, ranked....100!!

[Bardot]

Rosol lost 6-0 6-0 6-1 to Petzschner in Australia. Amazing.

[DaveArneRiise]

Might have risole and chips from the chippy in celebration :cheer:

[Sallydaisy]

Made some brief notes of the postmatch interview with Rosol; he seems totally shocked.
Not surprised really; the guy has only won 18 matches in his career so far.

I'm not just surprised, it's like a miracle. This is totally different for me. Rafa is a superstar and I am sorry for him today. I hope I can play one more match like this. I am happy for my support, my family. I don't know what to say. It's tough to say something. Before the match I just wanted to play my best 'cos I knew Nadal plays good. I was just concentrating on myself. It means so much to me. Rafa played a very good match but I think I played a bit better than him today a little bit.

[JAMES4578]

Awesome from Rasol in the crunch moments, he really was on fire under ther roof, well done! A huge upset with Nadal going out at this stage but of course he's had so masny special moments. I'm not looking too far ahead but the draw has opened up.

[super8]

Rafa can be vulnerable to big hitters in early rounds at Wimbledon.

His match with Haase a couple of years ago was a 5-setter too. The difference as everyone has mentioned was that Haase couldn't sustain his level/ keep his nerve, unlike Rosol.

That has to be a good result for Andy. The media need to rein themselves in about this - though I doubt if they will be able to help themselves.

And Andy needs to ignore them.

[rondun]

Have to keep telling myself it's good for Andy!!!!! :lol:Let's hope so! - but I really don't want Andy anywhere near him though

[SamP]

Total disbelief. HOW did he do that?

Yeah, it opens up the draw, but its going to take a massive effort from Andy to get to the semi's anyway.

The greatest upset ever?


Matt Cronin Tweet: Rosol: 65 winners, 29 unforced, 22 aces, won 76 of 92 first serve points. Nadal not bad at 41 winners, 16 unforced, but out hit

[Sallydaisy]

What about when Federer beat Sampras altho' that was the fourth round.
That was pretty special though; it was just as much a shock at the time.

[DaveArneRiise]

What about when Federer beat Sampras altho' that was the fourth round.

Good shout that.

Also Goran going all the way as a wild card!

[scrapaddict]

What an astonishing match and where has Lukas Rosol been all these years?? Felt sorry for Rafa but tonight the best man won.

[Manaus]

Rafa can be vulnerable to big hitters in early rounds at Wimbledon.

His match with Haase a couple of years ago was a 5-setter too. The difference as everyone has mentioned was that Haase couldn't sustain his level/ keep his nerve, unlike Rosol.

That has to be a good result for Andy. The media need to rein themselves in about this - though I doubt if they will be able to help themselves.

And Andy needs to ignore them.

Absolutely, still 3 matches to go before Andy gets to the SFs and his part of the draw is still tricky. Totally believe that Andy will stay level headed and just focus on the next match.

[david1610]

In a strange way Andy's tough draw might help calm the excitement - well it will amongst those who know something about tennis - still a long, long way to go and surely today has shown how tough it can be - a different line call and one less DF from Dr. Ivo today and Andy at the least might have also been in a five setter today.

[-J-]

Total disbelief. HOW did he do that?

Yeah, it opens up the draw, but its going to take a massive effort from Andy to get to the semi's anyway.

The greatest upset ever?IL see that with a young 17 year old kid winning the whole shooting match, wonder what happened to him

[DaveArneRiise]

Absolutely, still 3 matches to go before Andy gets to the SFs and his part of the draw is still tricky. Totally believe that Andy will stay level headed and just focus on the next match.

Indeed important he stays grounded. Baggy is a good player, won't be easy. Also Raonic in the next round? That's like playing a better version of Karlo. Then Tsonga in the quarter finals who last year recovered from 2 sets down to beat Fed. Long way to go for Andy but he just has to keep it in the day! Which I'm sure he will, he's a world class professional.

[Bardot]

Federer now guaranteed to move to at least #2 in the rankings.

[cazza99]

Absolutely, still 3 matches to go before Andy gets to the SFs and his part of the draw is still tricky. Totally believe that Andy will stay level headed and just focus on the next match.

And even if Andy does get to the semis, he may have to face Tsonga who will probably have had a much easier time getting there.

[DaveArneRiise]

And even if Andy does get to the semis, he may have to face Tsonga who will probably have had a much easier time getting there.

Jo came back from 2 sets down to beat Fed last year. If he plays his best he can beat anyone.

[RoastLamb]

Rosol gave a very nice interview there! Seems like a nice bloke.

[-J-]

Jo came back from 2 sets down to beat Fed last year. If he plays his best he can beat anyone.he is just as likly to lose to anyone to. lot of tennis still to be played

[DaveArneRiise]

he is just as likly to lose to anyone to. lot of tennis still to be played

Indeed.

[RoastLamb]

Awww nice that Rafa signs autographs on way out and waves, etc. GOOD SPORT!!! No matter what some people might think.

[Sallydaisy]

Rosol gave a very nice interview there! Seems like a nice bloke.
Yes, he seemed very shocked and perhaps not quite fully aware of the enormity of that win.
He didn't make mileage of the interviewers questions about Rafa either.

What came across was that, at the age of 26, he'd finally got a chance to play out on Centre Court at Wimbledon and just went for it regardless of who his opponent was. This is borne out by the BBC report of the match here (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18627648).

Tell you one person who is probably not looking forward to R3 - and that is the Cabbagewriter!!!
:p

Rosol, who is making his main draw debut at Wimbledon after losing in the first round of qualifying in the last five years, will play Philipp Kohlschreiber after the German beat Malek Jaziri.

[cazza99]

Helen Parish ‏@Helen_Parish

Interesting results when you type 'Rosol' in Google images! Do it quickly before pictures of him flood the Internet LOL
:lol:

[wriggles]

Rosol gave a very nice interview there! Seems like a nice bloke.

rafa roger nole and andy have taken tennis to the next level.......if rosol is the NEXT level this scares me lol. could this form ever be replicated or was this just a man in the zone hitting with nothing to lose

[Bardot]

It was Rosol partnered by Kukushkin who beat Fleming & Hutchins in the 5th set yesterday.

Rafa can now go an support Spain in the final of Euro 2012.

[Manaus]

Helen Parish ‏@Helen_Parish

:lol:

I just did. :rolling:

[JAMES4578]

Tbh I think Rasol will struggle to play at this level consistently. At this year's Australian open he was humbled 6-0, 6-0, 6-2 by Petzschner. There have been a few giant killers throughout the years who didn't become top players.

[Linda]

Well, if Andy doesn't win Wimbledon now I will throttle him. :angry:

[Maza1987]

That was the epitome of 'big boy tennis'.

He won't be able to keep doing that obviously, otherwise he wouldn't be ranked where he is, but just enjoy it for what it is worth.
Well done to the man.

[wriggles]

Tbh I think Rasol will struggle to play at this level this level consistently. At this year's Australian open he was humbled 6-0, 6-0, 6-2 by Petzschner. There have been a few giant killers throughout the years who didn't become top players.

part of me wants him to be thrashed just to regain some sense of order lol..but would be an interesting tourny if he carries on

[themass15]

His next match will certainly be interesting. I do hope Andy can go on to make the final now.

[-J-]

Tbh I think Rasol will struggle to play at this level this level consistently. At this year's Australian open he was humbled 6-0, 6-0, 6-2 by Petzschner. There have been a few giant killers throughout the years who didn't become top players.he lost to POSPISIL JUST LAST WEEK IN EASTBOURNE QUALIES LAST WEEK

[RoastLamb]

he lost to POSPISIL JUST LAST WEEK IN EASTBOURNE QUALIES LAST WEEK

He did? :shocked: Blimey.

[Maza1987]

On the subject of 'big boy tennis'.

Did anyone see Kenny De Schepper playing Ferrer earlier today?
Omg that man's a beast. He probably turns green when he is mad.

[cazza99]

My guess is that Rosol will not do so well in his next match, as the excitement of the win will take its toll.

[Bardot]

After that incredible win and the attention it brings to Wimbledon, Rosol deserves to be scheduled on centre court again for his next match but no doubt the blazered old buffers will shove him out on the common.

[xenon21]

Still pretty much in shock from the Rafa loss or more accurately Rosol's win! Rosol was awesome and played some great nerveless tennis! Was amazed at how fearless he was especially in the last 2 service games!

Yeah Rosol may struggle in the next match after such a big high today!

[Golden Lady]

I too am still in disbelief at what I watched last night and I have to say that Rosol was amazing. I had my doubts as to whether he could serve it out but my goodness, he did it with nerves of steel.

Rafa looked bitterly disappointed and I know that some of you on here will be too :flowers:

As for Andy, well one match at a time but should he make it to the semis then I have to say that I'm glad he won't be facing Rafa.

[WimbledonAce]

Crazy times last night. Kept thinking Rafa would fight back but Rosol held his nerve, credit to him. Not likely he will go much further in my opinion after this high, is going to be difficult.

Another shock I can recall is Pete Sampras round 2 out on court 2 (?!!) losing to Bastl. Believe this was also 5 sets. V sad day for me.

[Alis]

Tsonga's section of the draw is now looking very promising for him while Andy still has major obstacles in his. Not that you would believe that from the hype that has started this morning!

[cazza99]

Just realised the Sky Wimbledon Reports on at 9.30 and 10.30 are different ones. The first one has Petchey and the second one has Barry Cowan and others. I have missed most the the Barry Cowan one but the Petchey one was very good.

[Sallydaisy]

Well, if Andy doesn't win Wimbledon now I will throttle him. :angry:
Just glad for you that you managed to watch Rafa play on Tuesday! And commiserations to all the other Rafa fans on here ... never good to see one of your favourite players exit earlier than expected in a Slam.
:flowers:

[karanga]

Crazy times last night. Kept thinking Rafa would fight back but Rosol held his nerve, credit to him. Not likely he will go much further in my opinion after this high, is going to be difficult.

Another shock I can recall is Pete Sampras round 2 out on court 2 (?!!) losing to Bastl. Believe this was also 5 sets. V sad day for me.

I remember that defeat well and Pete sitting slumped in his chair with his towel over his head at the end of the match on the old Court 2. It opened the door to the media writing screeds of how that was the end of Pete. That was a very sad day for me as well but Pete recovered and defeated Andre to win his last grand slam title later in the year in New York and led to his retirement the following year.

Interesting the similarity between Bastl and Rosol

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/wimbledon/2067941.stm

I should imagine now that both Andy and Jo-Wilfried are feeling pretty happy that the draw has opened up. Jo came very close to defeating Nole in Paris.

Wish we could see replays of Andy's match against Karlovic - I was too nervous to watch it and watche James' brave fight against Mardy Fish.

[Linda]

Pico is a break up against Troicki! Vamos! :swingin:

[Golden Lady]

I see that Big Sam has just taken the 3rd set against Milos on yet another tiebreaker!

[jaysee]

Wish we could see replays of Andy's match against Karlovic - I was too nervous to watch it and watche James' brave fight against Mardy Fish.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01ks702/Wimbledon_2012_Day_Four_Match_One_Ivo_Karlovic_v_A ndy_Murray/

[RoastLamb]

Oh dear! Milos is broken in the fourth set first game. Not looking good. :sad:

[Sallydaisy]

Oh dear! Milos is broken in the fourth set first game. Not looking good. :sad:
Big Sam is playing just that little bit better right now.
Henman just said after the last return FHDTL "he's taking the Rosol route".

RL - quick question. How is Raonic pronounced?

Simon (commie) is saying ROW-NITCH (row as in argument not paddling a boat).
Henman is saying RYE-OWN-ITCH
In my mind I read it as RAY-ON-ICK

And does anyone know the correct pronunciation of Querrey?
The umpire is saying QWEH-REE (as do I)
Henman is saying QUEE-REE

[Linda]

I think Henman is making up his own pronunciations :rolling:

[RoastLamb]

App. it's ROW-NITCH. but I've always pronounced it RAY-ON-ITCH.

Milos is defo not at his best today. Better for Andy, though. Horrible deja-vu.

[Sallydaisy]

GSM Querrey. Beats Raonic 6'7, 7'6, 7'6, 6'4 with an Ace on match point.

Shame for the young Canadian but it's good to see big Sam back. He had to take so much time out with injuries after working his way up the rankings and then he had that fall on a glass coffee table did so much damage to his arm last year.

Battle of the giants next up for him as he plays 6'6" Cilic in R4.

[RoastLamb]

:crying: That's two of my faves out. Only Andy is left. What a horrible two days. :crying:

[Sallydaisy]

Stepanek (another Czech!) has taken the first set off Djokovic on Centre Court.

[Alis]

:crying: That's two of my faves out. Only Andy is left. What a horrible two days. :crying:

A great two days for Andy's chances though - always a silver lining!

[Sallydaisy]

THANK YOU DAVID !!!!!!! So ******* true !
Swearing like this is unacceptable on the forum; we've sent you a PM.

[Linda]

Here comes Hev! Vamos! :swingin:

[DaveArneRiise]

Solid win for Nole in the end in the 4 sets after dropping the first.

[KnightOwl]

Hurray! Arrived home from work just in time to watch Heather : big grin:

[-J-]

could do with a hold

[KnightOwl]

I hope so - a double-bagel would be a real shame after how well she played in the earlier rounds....

[Alis]

Solid win for Nole in the end in the 4 sets after dropping the first.

Unfortunately, since Berdych and Isner have gone, I can't see anyone troubling Djoko or Fed on that side of the draw - their route to the semis is pretty obstacle free. Unlike Andy's side of the draw.

[-J-]

hold:yahoo:

[KnightOwl]

Heather is competing much better now - that was a fabulous rally, and she very nearly won it :)

[Linda]

:sad:

Vamos Benneteau

[RoastLamb]

:sad:

Vamos Benneteau

Good luck with that. :lol:

Hey! At least Kimmie got the W today. But at Vera's expense. Hope she's OK.

[Manaus]

Good luck with that. :lol:

Um yeah...gemeteau just broke Fed and serving now for the set. :surprised:

[RoastLamb]

Deep breath everyone!

[RoastLamb]

Will Fed now do a Djokovic? I think he will!

[Manaus]

Benneteau takes the 1st set 6-4. :surprised:
Is he trying to outshine Rosol?

[Linda]

Missed all of this match so far 'cos I took the dog for a walk! Come on Benny!

[Sallydaisy]

Malisse has just beaten Verdasco in 5.

Gentlemen's Singles - R3
F.Verdasco: (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/players/overview/atpv306.html) 6 65 1 6 3
Xav.Malisse (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/players/overview/atpm680.html) 1 77 6 4 6

[Manaus]

Benneteau gets broken by Fed early in the 2nd set only to fight and break back immediately after. Quite a match this. Can Benneteau keep this up?

[Linda]

Wish I'd watched this match from the beginning now!

[JAMES4578]

Not going to plan for Fed and most surprised that he didn't consolidate the break there,if Benny digs deep could put Fed under more pressure. A good win for Malisse,beating Nando in 5. Murray won't face Milos anyway as he went out to Querrey. Whilst I'm glad Kim is through seems Vera wasn't well.

[Alis]

C'mon Benny - you can do this!

[Linda]

Gasquet took the first set off Almagro too!

And Jerzy Janowicz (didn't we see him at Davis Cup once?) is doing rather well against Mayer!

[Sallydaisy]

Youzhny leads Tipsy by 2-0 sets.

[Linda]

What a shot! I'm really enjoying this match :)

[rondun]

This is great!

[Manaus]

Benneteau's game faltering a bit but manages to hold on. TB time!

[Manaus]

3-0 Benneteau...amazing stuff here!

[Sallydaisy]

Benny just has to hold serve 4 times and the 2nd set is his.

[Sallydaisy]

Centre Court tomorrow Sat 30th June

Serena v. Zheng
Roddick v. Ferrer
Murray v. Baghdatis

Weather forecast from the Beeb for Wimbers: Rain for a time during the morning, heavy in places. Becoming generally drier by midday with some sunny spells, though there may also be a few showers.

[cazza99]

Come on Benny :cheer:

[Manaus]

5-2...and Fed has no challenges left!

[Manaus]

4SPs! :surprised:

[cazza99]

:yahoo: Benny

[Linda]

Benny has a two set lead!

[Jennan]

Did not expect that - good for Benny

[Manaus]

And Benny gets it!!! 2 sets up now! Can't believe it, can Benny make it 2 big upsets in a row?

[WimbledonAce]

Centre Court tomorrow Sat 30th June

Serena v. Zheng
Roddick v. Ferrer
Murray v. Baghdatis

:cheer: That's the matches I wanted! Ridiculously excited for tomorrow!!

[cazza99]

Maybe Henman Hill should be called "Benny Hill" today.

[Sallydaisy]

Well played Benny! Toughed that out big time!
Just one more set to go - please!!!
:dance:

Gasquet is 2 - 0 against Almagro.

[Linda]

Maybe Henman Hill should be called "Benny Hill" today.

:rolling: :rolling: :rolling:

[dewster99]

come on son, close it out! Was worried for the breaker after Benny's last service game but he bossed it

[JAMES4578]

Fabulous play from Benny and Fed on the brink when he looked like breaking for the set not so long ago! of course we can'r rule out a Roger comeback but he's up against it.

[RoastLamb]

Maybe Henman Hill should be called "Benny Hill" today.

:lol: That's something Rondun would say.

Well credit Benny for keeping his composure and winning the 6th game in that set. Can't believe it! But I still think Fed will come back. I mean, how long can Benny go on like this??? Isn't he 33 or summat?

[Sallydaisy]

Pseudofed has his own thread but it's more on topic to post this here!
:laugh:


Not Roger Federer ‏@PseudoFed (https://twitter.com/#!/PseudoFed)
Bathroom tweetings. Anybody got any tips? #angry (https://twitter.com/#!/search/%23angry)

[Manaus]

Well credit Benny for keeping his composure and winning the 6th game in that set. Can't believe it! But I still think Fed will come back. I mean, how long can Benny go on like this??? Isn't he 33 or summat?

People were saying that about Rosol yesterday...

[RoastLamb]

Benny fell over and hurt himself. Uh-oh! And he's broken...

[cazza99]

:lol: That's something Rondun would say.

Well credit Benny for keeping his composure and winning the 6th game in that set. Can't believe it! But I still think Fed will come back. I mean, how long can Benny go on like this??? Isn't he 33 or summat?

Benny beat Fed that last time they played in 2009 at the Paris Masters in 3 sets, so that will give him some confidence
http://www.atpworldtour.com/Players/Head-To-Head.aspx?pId=F324&oId=B747

[Sallydaisy]

Gasquet serving for the match against Almagro in the 3rd (leads 6'3, 6'4, 5'4)

[JAMES4578]

Gasquet takes it, well done! Fed now has a double break so think we'll at least see a 4th set!

[Alis]

Fed now two breaks up - maybe that fall shook Benny more than I thought. C'mon boy - let him have this set and you take the next!

[Sallydaisy]

Fed now two breaks up - maybe that fall shook Benny more than I thought. C'mon boy - let him have this set and you take the next!
Memories of MonteCarlo?

[RoastLamb]

Ritchie looking very good! Shame he's in Djoko's quarter.

What did Benny hurt in MC? I hope it wasn't his wrist.

[Alis]

Of course, I'd forgotten about Montecarlo - no wonder he'd be shaken.

[RoastLamb]

Had a feeling Fed would bounce back, I just think he has more energy. Benny looks quite fried tbh.

[Sallydaisy]

Ritchie looking very good! Shame he's in Djoko's quarter.

What did Benny hurt in MC? I hope it wasn't his wrist.
Don't you remember that awful fall he had? They thought he'd hurt his ankle at first but he ended up with a busted elbow. Here's a link (http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?901-MONTE-CARLO-2012-R3-Andy-into-the-Quarters-6-5-ret-d.-Benny-ankle-wrist-injuries.&p=58874&viewfull=1#post58874)to the post where I took that quote from + another below. It's all on this thread MONTE CARLO 2012, R3: Andy into the Quarters, 6'5 ret'd. Benny ankle/wrist injuries.


Benneteau has a broken arm and ligament damage in his ankle as well as a wrist sprain.
He's likely to miss the rest of the clay season and maybe even Wimbledon.
Incredible that he was even thinking of continuing to play this morning.


Yep, there's a picture and video here. (http://www.menstennisforums.com/showpost.php?p=11916106&postcount=829) He was in tears the moment he fell.
Initially it looked as though it was his wrist (which he landed on to take the fall) but he had to be helped to his chair 'cos his ankle hurt so much and they attended to that first. It was only after he'd returned to the court and played out the last 2 points of the 11th game that he asked for the doctor to look at his wrist/arm. Even then it didn't seem as though the elbow might be broken.

[david1610]

Big game this. In a way the third was a present but holding here is pretty vital!

[david1610]

Maybe Henman Hill should be called "Benny Hill" today.
If we ever do funniest three comments ever on this site, this will get nominated!!!! Brilliant!

[Sallydaisy]

Big game this. In a way the third was a present but holding here is pretty vital!
And he did. Think it was the euphoria of that 2nd set win which caused him to lose concentration at the start of the 3rd and let Federer take command. After losing the first couple of service games he probably thought he might as well save something for the 4th.
Benny just needs to stay calm, hold his own serve and take some chances against Roger.

[Linda]

I went to get myself some dinner at the start of the third and missed the whole set! Was Benny taking a rest?

[Speedy Hawk]

Shocked that Rafa lose to Rosol! I saw last 2 set in match when I come home from work.

[RoastLamb]

Sally, Benny's recovered very well then! :shocked:

[david1610]

4-3 Benny is now in break-hold range!

[Manaus]

Went to get something to eat thinking that Fed might run away with the match after getting the 3rd but wow Benny doing well and fighting on.

[Manaus]

5-4 to Benneteau. Could he break Fed here and seal the match?

[RoastLamb]

Manaus, I love your avatar!!! Really catches the eye.

Can he hold his nerve??? Six million dollar question.

[Linda]

Benny still making some great shots. This is a really good match to watch.

[rondun]

Maybe Henman Hill should be called "Benny Hill" today.Send that to "Today at Wimbledon" - Inverdale will use it for sure!

[DaveArneRiise]

Benny beat Federer about 18 months ago or something. So he's beaten the Fed before obviously that's given him a lot of belief.

[DaveArneRiise]

Wow 15-30 Benny two points away!

[Manaus]

15-30. Can he really do it???

[DaveArneRiise]

Federer FH winner 30-30.

Ace 40-30!

[DaveArneRiise]

Benny peppers a couple of BH's to bring up Deuce!

Fed steps it up Advantage the Fed

[Manaus]

Gutsy call from Benneteau makes it deuce again.

[DaveArneRiise]

Mayer has beaten Janowiz in 5.

Advantage Federer again

[DaveArneRiise]

He holds! Tiebreak time!

[Manaus]

TB it is. Here we go!

[Linda]

Tiebreak it is.

[DaveArneRiise]

3-3. Federer looks rattled. Here for the taking.

[Manaus]

MB to Fed then Benneteau takes it back. Just who is going to win this, I don't even know anymore!

[DaveArneRiise]

Great 2nd serve from the Fed. 4-3!

[Linda]

I don't get it. Last night the crowd were all cheering for Rosol. I forgave them 'cos I thought they always cheer for the underdog. But here they are cheering for Fed. :confused:

[DaveArneRiise]

I don't get it. Last night the crowd were all cheering for Rosol. I forgave them 'cos I thought they always cheer for the underdog. But here they are cheering for Fed. :confused:

To be honest they are cheering both players, and cheering the fantastic match.

Epic point that from the Benny! 4-4

[rondun]

because they want to see 5 sets.

What a point!

[DaveArneRiise]

Benny nets a BH. 5-4 2 serves to come for the Fed to take us into a 5th.

[Linda]

Yes, it's a much better match to watch than last night's.

[DaveArneRiise]

Fed goes long with a volley! 5-5

[Manaus]

Again, MB to Fed then Benny takes it back! What drama!

[DaveArneRiise]

Great serve from Fed. 6-5 SP