ATP TOUR FINALS 2016, RR3: Andy's the Man, not Stan!!! Wins 6'4, 6'2 and into Semi-Final

[Sallydaisy]

Andy v Stan.

Andy leads their H2H (http://www.atpworldtour.com/en/players/fedex-head-2-head/stan-wawrinka-vs-andy-murray/W367/MC10) by a narrow margin of 9-7.

Stan clocked up one of his wins in the RR stage at this event last year but Andy won their most recent encounter, at Roland Garros on clay in this year's Semi-Final.

They've been playing against one another since 2005 and are known to be friends on the tour.

This match could decide the leaderboard in their RR group so it's definitely one to watch.
:smashed:

[Linda]

:sofa:

[roytennisfan]

My most memorable match was Andy's 5 set win at Wimbledon in r16 on magic monday under the roof which was by far the latest finish at the time in 2009. Unfortunately I am missing this one but reckon Stan is suffering and he won't move round the court anything like Kei did and will struggle when Andy places them wherever Stan isn't. Andy please a straighforward win in 2 this time and save yourself for tougher matches to come!

[cazza99]

Sky have just announced the afternoon match.

[Alis]

Well, that will give the winner more time to recover I suppose. Djokovic really has had the luck of the draw this time - much the easier group and an extra day to recover.

[themass15]

:sofa:

Especially after this afternoon!!!!!!!!!

[themass15]

My most memorable match was Andy's 5 set win at Wimbledon in r16 on magic monday under the roof which was by far the latest finish at the time in 2009. Unfortunately I am missing this one but reckon Stan is suffering and he won't move round the court anything like Kei did and will struggle when Andy places them wherever Stan isn't. Andy please a straighforward win in 2 this time and save yourself for tougher matches to come!

I had been on Court 1 that day and got in for the last 2 sets in Section 107. AMAZING!

[HoopGirl]

My most memorable match was Andy's 5 set win at Wimbledon in r16 on magic monday under the roof which was by far the latest finish at the time in 2009. Unfortunately I am missing this one but reckon Stan is suffering and he won't move round the court anything like Kei did and will struggle when Andy places them wherever Stan isn't. Andy please a straighforward win in 2 this time and save yourself for tougher matches to come!

Who was that against Roy? I was at a late finish roof match against a Cypriot man - can't recall his name - that was the latest the had finished at that point - we had to leave to catch trains before the conclusion which was frustrating. It was a lot tighter than it should have been and I spent a lot of the match hiding! After leaving the match I remember running through Kings Cross wearing my "Come on Andy" tshirt and this young man shouted over to me - " has he won?" It was a great feeling of solidarity!

[Alis]

I think it was Marcos Baghdatis.

[roytennisfan]

]Who was that against Roy?[/B] I was at a late finish roof match against a Cypriot man - can't recall his name - that was the latest the had finished at that point - we had to leave to catch trains before the conclusion which was frustrating. It was a lot tighter than it should have been and I spent a lot of the match hiding! After leaving the match I remember running through Kings Cross wearing my "Come on Andy" tshirt and this young man shouted over to me - " has he won?" It was a great feeling of solidarity!
Against Stan of course, that along with the Paris semi this year which was much more one sided are the most memorable of the 16 previous matches against Stan

Nice story on it still available

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/5700675/Wimbledon-2009-The-night-that-changed-Wimbledon-forever.html

[themass15]

I think it was Marcos Baghdatis.

I was at Wimbledon for that one too! It ended late on a Saturday night.

[Caro]

My most memorable match was Andy's 5 set win at Wimbledon in r16 on magic monday under the roof which was by far the latest finish at the time in 2009. Unfortunately I am missing this one but reckon Stan is suffering and he won't move round the court anything like Kei did and will struggle when Andy places them wherever Stan isn't. Andy please a straighforward win in 2 this time and save yourself for tougher matches to come!

Oh, mine too, mainly because I was there to watch it live. It was the first night match ever and what an atmosphere!


Who was that against Roy? I was at a late finish roof match against a Cypriot man - can't recall his name - that was the latest the had finished at that point - we had to leave to catch trains before the conclusion which was frustrating. It was a lot tighter than it should have been and I spent a lot of the match hiding! After leaving the match I remember running through Kings Cross wearing my "Come on Andy" tshirt and this young man shouted over to me - " has he won?" It was a great feeling of solidarity!

Re: the match against Stan above, so did we have to leave to catch trains ..... except we didn't! We walked out of centre court and whilst still in the grounds we could hear the roar of the crowd .... we just looked at each other, turned on our heals and ran back in, this sacrificing our last train home. We managed to get one to Milton Keynes (nowhere near where we live!) and my friend talked her daughter in to coming to pick us up! I got home at 4.30am ... luckily no work the next day for me but my friend had to be at work for 7.30! We both said we would the same thing again and again, we still talk about it and it is one of my best tennis days ever!

[supergran]

I was at that match too. In debenture seats on a hospitality package. Absolutely cheered myself hoarse much to the amusement and sometimes annoyance of those around me. Remember coming out in the pitch dark and queuing for a taxi to take me back to my rather splendid b&b. The people I shared with were lovely and wouldn't let me pay for my fare. Seemingly everyone we knew had seen me on the tv, full screen except Alan who was getting a pint. Everyone in the pub was telling him. My son, who had been to Glastonbury watched in his hotel and kept receiving texts from his friends saying they'd seen me. One of the most exciting tennis experiences for me ever.

[patlowe]

What lovely memories you all have! Enjoyed reading them. I remember those matches too, but only from my centre court seat in my living room! I book it every year and always get the same seat!!

[Alis]

Stan played pretty well last night I thought. Andy has said he's not happy with his ball striking this week - I hope he's happier with it when he plays Stan tomorrow.

[Alis]

If Andy beats Stan, or Nishikori wins in three sets, Andy tops the group.

If Andy wins a set from Stan, or Nishikori loses, Andy finishes second but qualifies.

I think!

[RosieBear]

If Andy beats Stan, or Nishikori wins in three sets, Andy tops the group.

If Andy wins a set from Stan, or Nishikori loses, Andy finishes second but qualifies.

I think!

Yes, I'm pretty sure that all Andy has to do is win a set against Stan and he is through. Easy peasy! I, for one, love the unique drama of this tournament, magnified x 100 this year. Andy worked so hard for the no 1 ranking - no way he is giving it up without a fight to the death. And in such circumstances I'll back Andy 110% every time and twice on Fridays (and Sats and Suns :big grin:). GO Andy!!! :GBflag:

[pabbers]

:cauldron:

[lynne]

The Very, Very Best of Luck Andy!!!:thumbup::thumbup:

[david1610]

Andy has said he's not happy with his ball striking this week - I hope he's happier with it when he plays Stan tomorrow.
So do I but I think it has been pretty evident. Andy has won his matches through (i) playing better than Cilic with both not playing that great and (ii) guts, stamina and will to win against Kei as much as anything. Hope he can keep Stan at bay.

[LC the fan]

Sadly I cannot watch this one but perhaps for the sake of my blood pressure (and my nails cos I have a big dinner at hubbys golf club tonight ) that's for the best. The most I can manage is a sneaky look occasionally and once I see that Andy has won a set I can relax and save all my energies for Saturday and Sunday.
Cheer loudly those of you who will be there...as always I am there in spirit

[tennis890]

Lovely memories you have :) I've only ever seen Andy play twice and was beside myself when I saw him announced as world number 1 on Monday evening! Dread to think what I would be like if I ever mananged to get something signed or have a selfie with him, think I would faint haha.

Really looking forward to this match today, when Stan is good, hes good but think Andy can get the win! I will be watching (sadly on tv this time)

Have an amazing day everyone that is going and cheer loud :cheer: :cheer:

[banskogirl]

Bit nervy about this one but I agree Andy is determined to keep that No1 :) I think his strokes seem very heavy or laboured so far this week?

Today is a new day though and I am excited waiting for this! Bring on Stan the Man.......hah not in my books, Andy is The Man!

[Bardot]

It's hard to believe that Andy's best performance at the tour finals was on his first appearance 8 years ago in Shanghai when he went 3-0 in the group (the only time he has) beating Federer, Stepanek and Simon before losing to Davydenko in the SF. The following year the finals moved to London. :whistle: ;)

[themass15]

Yes, it doesn't make good reading his WTF record in London, but, hopefully that will be put right this afternoon!

[angiebabez]

Please win andy or get a set at least ....im currently on my way to london to see ya:nailbiter:

[banskogirl]

Please win andy or get a set at least ....im currently on my way to london to see ya:nailbiter:

That's it sorted then Angie :)

[Jane]

All the very very best of luck, Andy :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

[Jan]

Good luck Andy!
Will be cheering from the sofa (hopefully not behind it!)
:GBflag:

[Teresa]

Good luck Andy!
Will be cheering from the sofa (hopefully not behind it!)
:GBflag:

I shall be cowering as usual. The dog may get an extra trip to the park. I can feel my guts churning, and it hasn't even started yet.........

[roytennisfan]

Cmon Andy, hopefully pick up a bit on timing from Wednesday and get more first serves in, got my tasks done this morning, hoping for a less stressful match

[Stell]

Stan and Andy walk out.

[RosieBear]

Go Andy, I have complete belief in you. In form Stan is beast for sure, but when Stanimal came out to play in RG this year, he was lucky to get a set from you. I know you will tame Stanimal once again. Go Muzzah, I believe :superman:

[Stell]

Jamie Murray has now joined Barker.

[Bardot]

Wawrinka wins the toss and elects to serve.

[Stell]

Stan wins the coin toss and elects to serve first.

[Bardot]

Steiner was the umpire who was generous with Andy's timekeeping on serve in the first match.

[Stell]

0 - 1.

[Bardot]

A love hold for Wawrinka. 0-1

[Teresa]

Wawrinka has come out firing on all his cylinders 1:0

[roytennisfan]

Definitely not the same Stan as on Monday, going to be another tough one

[Linda]

:sofa:

[RosieBear]

Haha listen to that pansy Castle - we all know Stan's a beast when firing - point is so is Andy. That's why he's the one fighting for #1. Go Andy!!

[Stell]

I was wondering when the BBC would be showing Delgado and Lendl.

[Stell]

1 - 1.

[Bardot]

Good hold. 1-1

[Stell]

Come on Andy, please break.

[Stell]

A double fault from Stan.

[supergran]

Come on Andy! !

[Stell]

On his third advantage point, Stan wins the game.

[Bardot]

2 aces from Wawrinka to hold. 1-2

[roytennisfan]

He struggled to get above 100 on Monday, now 4 aces in a game, very difficult

[Bardot]

Bouncy & Henners on about the "constant chat with his box, I don't think he can do that today and win". If they'd watched Andy during the Asian swing and in Vienna & Paris they'd know he's being doing it and winning.

[Stell]

2 - 2.

[Bardot]

Tremendous love hold from Andy. 2-2

[Stell]

I know, Bardot. Castle has already mentioned that it's being held in Greenwich as though none of us knew that.

[RosieBear]

Love hold for Andy, who's not bad himself :p
...stop the Stan fear and fawning Bouncy!

[Bardot]

ACE and hold from W. 2-3

[RosieBear]

Fantastic toe-to-toe hitting. Well done Andy!!

[Stell]

3 - 3.

[Bardot]

Good hold. 3-3

[themass15]

Feeling nervous and I have to leave at 4 p.m.

[Bardot]

Bouncy & Henners bedecked in "Stan the Man" t-shirts I assume. :rolleyes:

[Stell]

I wouldn't be surprised, Bardot.

[RosieBear]

Bouncy & Henners bedecked in "Stan the Man" t-shirts I assume. :rolleyes:

Aren't they sickening? :ill: Stan this, Stan that blah blah blurgh. They should be made to watch Andy and Stan's RG encounter on loop for 10hrs.

[Stell]

Come on Andy.

[Stell]

At the coin toss, Stan looked like he wanted to be somewhere else.

[Stell]

This time Andy.

[Bardot]

Get in! 4-3

[Stell]

Yes!!!

[Linda]

Yesss!

[Stell]

Castle seems to forget that Andy has always made his opponent play that extra "difficult ball".

[supergran]

Break!!!

[RosieBear]

Fantastic Andy - smash the consolidation - show em whose best is best :superman:

[Bardot]

Brilliant serving for a love hold. 5-3

[Stell]

Henman talking rubbish, again. How about trying to read Stan's body language for once Henman.

[RosieBear]

Break again Andy!!!

[Bardot]

Pity. Deuce

[Stell]

Three set points come and go.

[Bardot]

Wawrinka saves 3SPs & holds. 5-4

[Stell]

5 - 4.

[roytennisfan]

Big hold from Stan, cmon Andy a solid hold please

[RosieBear]

You CAN do it Andy, let's go!!!!!

[Stell]

Andy wins the first set 6 - 4.

[Bardot]

Get in!!!!! 6-4

[Jane]

First set to Andy :yahoo::yahoo::yahoo::yahoo:

[lynne]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!! :dance::dance::dance:

[Linda]

:cheer:

[roytennisfan]

Yes, he's through!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Admit, Stan got me worried at the start

[Bardot]

Brilliant from Andy now does he want to play Djokovic in the SF or not? ;)

[RosieBear]

:bravo: Andy, never doubted you for a nano second my hero and idol!! Whose best is best, whose best is best??? Andy's that's whose. So proud of him!

[supergran]

:yahoo::yahoo::yahoo:

[Bardot]

Brilliant start. 1-0

[roytennisfan]

lets hope, Stan looks gone

[JAMES4578]

Fabulous,Andy dictating from middle of set and putting Stan under pressure-getting balance right but stlll a few tight moments. Definitely in semis but better to top group-breaks straight away in the 2nd-great stuff!

[Teresa]

Brilliant - had to hide for that last game. Want him to win now. Has Wawrinka got the stamina for 3 sets at the moment. We need the extra 200 points.

He is definitely into the semis now isn't he?

[supergran]

Brilliant - had to hide for that last game. Want him to win now. Has Wawrinka got the stamina for 3 sets at the moment. We need the extra 200 points.

He is definitely into the semis now isn't he?

Yes.

[Stell]

Stan looked gone after he got broken in the first set.

[roytennisfan]

Oh Andy, served so well in first set

[jagmad]

All aboard the Murray :coaster:

[Bardot]

Saves BP & holds. 2-0

[Stell]

I feel a Raonic semi final coming on.

[roytennisfan]

Good hold 2-0 bp saved

[Bardot]

McNet strikes again. :big grin: 15-15

[Teresa]

Good man. Interesting that Wawrinka was abusing his box at the end of the first set according to the commies, and nobody turns a hair, but if Murray does it.........

[RosieBear]

Such a shame that Stan can't qualify 2nd if Andy goes through top - I'd love to set the Stanimal on Novak in the semi. Andy can handle him far more easily than Novak can.

[Stell]

Who cares about how high the scoreboard is, Henman.

[jagmad]

McNet strikes again. :big grin: 15-15

But Mc score board equalises.

[supergran]

Get in!!!

[Stell]

3 - 0.

[Bardot]

Brilliant from Andy. 3-0

[Stell]

Not surprised about the warning for Stan.

[JAMES4578]

Superb from Andy as he secures double break and Stan's spirit may be broken too!

[roytennisfan]

Andy playing so much better today, i slighty worn racket on ebay

[Bardot]

Even if Stan wins he has to rely on Cilic to beat Nishikori and he's playing like he knows that's not happening. ;)

[RosieBear]

Watching Andy give Stanimal, and no doubt it was Stanimal who came out to play, a drubbing is incredible. A real measure of how unbelievably good Andy is.

[dewster99]

knew that racket smash was coming, I really wanted it too lol

[Alis]

Even if Stan wins he has to rely on Cilic to beat Nishikori and he's playing like he knows that's not happening. ;)



Maybe Cilic doesn't really want to be there at the weekend - he'd probably rather be back in Croatia getting ready for the Davis Cup final.

[Alis]

Bp Stan - c'mon Andy!

[Bardot]

Saves BP & holds. 4-0

[JennieF]

4-0!! This is our Andy!!

[roytennisfan]

Another tough hold, bp + lots of second serves but 4-0!!!!!!!

[supergran]

Really feared this was going to be much tougher for Andy. He's definitely proving me wrong at the moment. Go Andy!!!!!

[Bardot]

Wawrinka on the board. 4-1

[jagmad]

4-0!! This is our Andy!!

I smell some exhibition shots maybe??

[Bardot]

A couple of SABRs from Andy in that game, showboating? ;)

[themass15]

Amazing!!!!!!!!

[Stell]

Too easy for Andy in the end, 5 - 1.

[Bardot]

More brilliance, one more game. 5-1

[roytennisfan]

Much better hold, just one more game

[Bardot]

ACE & Wawrinka holds. 5-2

[Teresa]

My Sky box decided to go on the blink, but has returned in time to see Mr M serve it out (hopefully).

[Alis]

Now, c'mon Andy - no mistakes, just serve it out!

[Stell]

Castle going on about the DC final. I wish the LTA did have the headache of trying to find a venue.

[Alis]

He almost won that point with a broken string!

[JennieF]

Way to go Andy!!!

[Alis]

Castle going on about the DC final. I wish the LTA did have the headache of trying to find a venue.

Sacrilege, I know, but I'm rather glad Andy has been able to focus on himself this year end and not worry about the Davis Cup.

[JennieF]

Here it is........is it???

[jagmad]

Just Stunning, Stunning, "STUNNING"

[Stell]

Number 22.

[Jane]

Andy wins - 6-4. 6-2 - fantastic result :yahoo::yahoo::yahoo::cheer::cheer::cheer::clap::c lap::clap:

[Bardot]

Magnificent performance from Andy!!!! :boogie::yahoo::boogie::yahoo:

[JennieF]

Unbelievable Andy.....yet again!!! Superb throughout!!!!

[lynne]

Simply Brilliant from the World Number One!!!!!:thumbup::thumbup:

[Linda]

:cheer: :yahoo:

[Teresa]

Superb performance - why was I so worried? I should have had more faith - sorry.

[RosieBear]

Stupendous by Andy - and forget all talk of "tough" group, this was the perfect match for Andy...did you watch Novak? Andy just mashed the guy who mashes you. Andy ten feet tall at the moment, and I wouldn't like to be the player trying to stop him finishing year as number 1. GO Andy, dig deep, 2 more wins and I know you can live your dream. We are with you every step!

[Alis]

:dance::dance::dance::yahoo::yahoo::yahoo::dance:: dance::dance: What a match - what a player! Well done, Andy!!

[sir coolerking]

Fantastic performance - I'm going to guess that his semi may well be in the afternoon tomorrow. It suits the BBC and allows Nishikori maximum recovery time for his semi.

[jagmad]

Stupendous by Andy - and forget all talk of "tough" group, this was the perfect match for Andy...did you watch Novak? Andy just mashed the guy who mashes you. Andy ten feet tall at the moment, and I wouldn't like to be the player trying to stop him finishing year as number 1. GO Andy, dig deep, 2 more wins and I know you can live your dream. We are with you every step!

+2

[themass15]

So happy I am seeing Andy tomorrow afternoon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[roytennisfan]

Andy on at 2pm tomorrow then

[roytennisfan]

That was by far his best performance this week, probably his best ever at the o2. Well done Andy

[Teresa]

He took him apart. It was awesome. I am looking forward to watching this, calmly this evening, with a little glass of something.

[roytennisfan]

So happy I am seeing Andy tomorrow afternoon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And i'm sad, could have managed the evening and will miss the afternoon. But happy for you, I've already seen him twice.

[JAMES4578]

Just an incredible performance from Andy, an absolute masterclass today against a tough opponent but he busy dismantled him after winning the relatively close opening set. Not quite the match I envisaged but certainly good for Muzzah as we head to the business end of the tournament.:cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer::swingin::s wingin:

[supergran]

A fantastic performance from Andy. So thrilled for him. So looking forward to tomorrow afternoon.

[Alis]

On a completely different tac, a friend has just sent me a picture of Andy holding Sophia, who is sitting in the Wimbledon trophy holding a tiny tennis racquet. It's a charming photo, that seems to be doing the rounds, but I'm wondering if it's genuine or photoshopped. Does anyone know?

[Bardot]

Leon Smith about Andy's chuntering, "you get used to it". You would think so Leon but nope they can't help themselves.

[Jan]

Wow what a match!
Well done Andy - you did just great!
:cheer::cheer::cheer:

[tennis890]

Fantastic match for Andy, much easier to watch than I expected. Have an amazing time all of you that are watching Andy again tomorrow, am very jealous!

[patlowe]

Great match! Our #1 hero knew exactly what he had to do today and he did it to perfection! A pure joy to watch when he plays like that. And he had to contend with some fearsome play from Stan initially...Stan too was a man on a mission but Andy was way too good! He 'outmissioned' Stan! So so happy for him. It just gets better and better! Winner of his group. Tough group? What tough group?!! :bravo: :swingin: :clap: :worship:
And for Stan.....:smashed:

[patlowe]

So happy I am seeing Andy tomorrow afternoon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And I'm very happy for you. (jealous too!)

[Sallydaisy]

On a completely different tac, a friend has just sent me a picture of Andy holding Sophia, who is sitting in the Wimbledon trophy holding a tiny tennis racquet. It's a charming photo, that seems to be doing the rounds, but I'm wondering if it's genuine or photoshopped. Does anyone know?
It's been in circulation a while and the general consensus is that it's photoshopped.

[Josephine]

Well done Andy. I was wary I admit. I think because of terrible memories seeing him just not get enough to get through when playing Verdasco, then watching Andy 'get through' only for a call to be overturned in the Fed / Delpo match, which of course Fed went on to lose and they both went through.

It was still the tougher group. Andy just did really well!!!!

[LC the fan]

Managed to discover (rather unsociable but needs must) that Andy had taken the first set so once I knew he had qualified through I could relax. But didn't dream of a 6-2 second set. Well done Muzzah.
Just 2 more to top the rankings...piece of cake the way you are approaching these matches

[LC the fan]

Well done Andy. I was wary I admit. I think because of terrible memories seeing him just not get enough to get through when playing Verdasco, then watching Andy 'get through' only for a call to be overturned in the Fed / Delpo match, which of course Fed went on to lose and they both went through.

It was still the tougher group. Andy just did really well!!!!
Remember that well and was convinced Fed engineered it. How often when he is 40-0 up on his serve would you have expected him to lose it so that Delpo won? Andy has weathered many storms, he so deserves the success he has fought for

[WimbledonWestie]

Great news to land in London to. Travelled down with Angie so we got the news as we landed.. Excited to be watching both brothers tomorrow. And well done to Jamie and Bruno making no year end no 1.

[HoopGirl]

Sadly I cannot watch this one but perhaps for the sake of my blood pressure (and my nails cos I have a big dinner at hubbys golf club tonight ) that's for the best. The most I can manage is a sneaky look occasionally and once I see that Andy has won a set I can relax and save all my energies for Saturday and Sunday.
Cheer loudly those of you who will be there...as always I am there in spirit

Your blood pressure would have been fine LC - he played just brilliantly and made Stan look very average!

[clancy]

Back from an afternoon in the hospital shop where I was probably a bit lacking in conversation with some of the customers as the only conversation I wanted was about Andy's match and nobody obliged! Relieved to get home, let the dogs out, check flash scores and delighted to see he had won not just one set but won the match comprehensively - wonder boy! x

[HoopGirl]

So happy I am seeing Andy tomorrow afternoon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lucky you! I've been to the Finals many times and mostly ended up seeing Federer and never Murray!
Last year was in a box for the final with a group of strangers who weren't interested in tennis - just the status of being there.
Decided to watch it from home this year!

[Alis]

It's been in circulation a while and the general consensus is that it's photoshopped.

Thanks - that's what I thought.

[anor]

Brilliantly executed by Andy. I was more relaxed about this match than the previous two - can't think why, but with Stan playing lights out at the start I thought that it would be a toughie for Andy. What do I know? Our boy out thought Stan and it was fantastic to watch. Have a great time all of you who are going tomorrow and cheer him home from all the stay at homers.

[patmoren]

This was Andy at his imperious best. Great match with some great skills from both players. The last of my real time matches this week will have to watch semi and final recordings, football match Sat am Swimming Gala pm and evening Sun Swimming Gala am and pm. The things I give up for my grandchildren but they are worth it.

[Bardot]

Quotes from Andy's press conference taken from twitter


I think I weathered the early storm. Stan came out hitting the ball huge. A lot of winners, a lot of aces. Once I got through the early part of the match, I started to get chances on his service games. I served very well. I got a lot of free points. That allowed me to dictate.

Andy on Jamie: They've obviously had an amazing year. They've won 2 Slams, which is fantastic. Jamie and Bruno seem to compliment each others games. They deserve it. They've played really well this week. I'm really proud of Jamie. The whole year has been fantastic for both of us. We'd like to finish it perfectly if we can. Regardless of what happens at the weekend, we can look back and be very proud of what we've achieved as a family.

Andy on Scottish tennis: I'd be disappointed if nothing changed. I'm interested in it. There's not loads I can do about it just now.My mum is heavily involved in tennis. She's very aware of everything going on with it. When I finish, I hope it's better than when I started.

It's a big match. Milos serves big and goes for his shots. He likes the conditions here, they're a bit quicker. You don't normally get opportunities against big servers. This year when I've played him, I've made opportunities and been clinical. I need to do the same tomorrow.

(Jamie and I) used to play each other all the time until we were about 12-14. When we used to go to practice we went together. We played golf, squash, table tennis together. When really young, Jamie won most things. He was older, bigger, stronger. As we got older, we were pretty close at most things. Golf he was better, football it was me. Racquet sports it was pretty close. Now, we're each other's biggest fans.

Andy on the finals staying in London: I haven't given that any thought really. They get great crowds here. On a personal level, I like it here. But I'm more bothered about what's best for tennis.

Andy on not playing Novak in the SFs: 'I don't think it's significant really. There's a good chance if I want to win, I'd have to beat him.

I've got a big, tough match against Milos. I'm not taking anything for granted. It will be hard. I feel my game is in a good place. I played much better than two days ago. Thankfully, today's match was quick. If the match with Kei was today, it would have had an impact on the next. I don't think (not having a day's rest) should have too much of an impact.

[Bardot]

Some Stan quotes.

He made me hesitate a few things with my game. That's why he's No. 1. I think I started well but a few little things can make a big difference against a guy like him.

I wish I could do better in Masters 1000. That's my goal next year. It was my goal this year too (he laughs).

The motivation was very high. At least I played better against Cilic. I played against someone who was way better today.

Andy is playing more than well enough to win it here. I think Andy and Novak are playing at the same level. It'll be an amazing final if it's between them.

[jackie55]

So happy I am seeing Andy tomorrow afternoon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great news, l did think of you when l see the OOP for Saturday, kept your nerve:thumbup:;);)

[banskogirl]

A brilliant match to watch! Andy was just so strong from the beginning and took no prisoners!

I know the afternoon matches aren't usually as exciting as night matches but I'm loving the crowd response to Andy and also that I can watch live on BBC :)

Looking forward to tomorrow so much now!

[banskogirl]

Stupendous by Andy - and forget all talk of "tough" group, this was the perfect match for Andy...did you watch Novak? Andy just mashed the guy who mashes you. Andy ten feet tall at the moment, and I wouldn't like to be the player trying to stop him finishing year as number 1. GO Andy, dig deep, 2 more wins and I know you can live your dream. We are with you every step!

Oh Rosie :) your posts are getting me more and more emotional! I feel like jumping up and waving a flag, just an Andy flag, with his face on it!!!

[lovetennis]

Just finished watching the recording so I'm late to the party, but woohoo what a great performance from Andy. So so good. He seemed far more in control today, in every way. :bravo:

[Alis]

Kei looking tired now I think.

[pabbers]

Away in Coventry for weekend so no time to read all postsorts. Got to hotel in time for match. Amazing!