Laver Cup: September 22-24, 2017. Prague, Czech Republic.

[Linda]

This exho event is coming up and I couldn't see a thread for it. A whole host of top players are entered for it, including Fed & Rafa and new sensation Shapovalov. I understand THat it will be shown on Sky Sports which I suppose means it won't be on Eurosport - so sadly I won't be able to watch it :sad:

Aargh horrible spellcheck that should be Laver Cup - can a mod correct it, please?

[Sallydaisy]

This exho event is coming up and I couldn't see a thread for it. A whole host of top players are entered for it, including Fed & Rafa and new sensation Shapovalov. I understand that it will be shown on Sky Sports which I suppose means it won't be on Eurosport - so sadly I won't be able to watch it :sad:

Aargh horrible spellcheck that should be Laver Cup - can a mod correct it, please?
:lol:
I thought they were playing tennis in a bar somewhere after midnight ...
;)

Have edited thread and here's a link to the website.
https://lavercup.com/

[karanga]

:lol:

[Silverdee]

Marvellous matches - watching now on SkySportsMix.

[jackie55]

Marvellous matches - watching now on SkySportsMix.

Do you know what Sky channel number that is ?

[Alis]

I was watching the Thiem v Isner match and really enjoying it when it suddenly changed to golf without any warning - really annoying. Was it showing on another channel?

[lynne]

Do you know what Sky channel number that is ?


Sky sports Mix is 121, no wonder I couldn't find it, it use to be with the other Sky Sport Channels, but there is a new one on Sky called Sky FreeSports which is channel 424 now showing Moselle Open........... confusing YES!!!

[cazza99]

Do you know what Sky channel number that is ?

Yes it is Sky 121. For some reason it is listed in entertainment section rather than the Sports one :confused:

[ljs]

Im watching a livestream Shapovolov vs Zverev http://live.robinwidget.org/streamvideo8/a-zverev-vs-shapovalov-europe-world-live-stream-4463144.html

[cazza99]

I love the colour of the court and black and white effect with the contrast of the players bright Tshirts.

[ljs]

The players look like they are really enjoying it !! Lots of laughs and big smiles

[Silverdee]

Me too, but when they show a replay from a great height I can't see the ball!

[ljs]

Zverev takes the 1st set in a TB Booooooooooo :lol:

[Alis]

Yes it is Sky 121. For some reason it is listed in entertainment section rather than the Sports one :confused:

Thanks for that Lynne and Cazza - I would have been really miffed to miss the match between the young guns!

[ljs]

Zverev beats Shapo , so team Europe up 3-0 in the singles today

[lynne]

Quality match from young Shapovalov & Zverev, have to say I was rooting for Denis, love his tennis!!




Anybody know if Sky are showing the dubs ... as according to Sky this finishes at 9.30 pm ...so confusing!!

[lynne]

Well dubs are on now, just hope Sky stay on this :thumbup:

[ljs]

if not you can watch here

http://live.robinwidget.org/streamvideo8/a-zverev-vs-shapovalov-europe-world-live-stream-4463144.html

[lynne]

if not you can watch here

http://live.robinwidget.org/streamvideo8/a-zverev-vs-shapovalov-europe-world-live-stream-4463144.html


Thanks ljs, Sky have stayed with the dubs .... so far! :)

[lynne]

Enjoyable day of tennis, more tomorrow on Channel SkySports Action 407, 12.00pm!!:thumbup:

[cazza99]

Enjoyable day of tennis, more tomorrow on Channel SkySports Action 407, 12.00pm!!:thumbup:


Yup. And tennis on 3 different channels at 3 diferent tournaments again tomorrow :) The Laver Cup is my favourite of the 3.

[Alis]

Really enjoyed the doubles - a good win for Nick and Jack.

[karanga]

I love the colour of the court and black and white effect with the contrast of the players bright Tshirts.

So do I love the colour of the court because it is easy to see the ball. :lol:

[suttontennis]

So do I love the colour of the court because it is easy to see the ball. :lol:

the court is a 'paint on wood' surface, sprayed on which is why there are a few odd bounces.

[Bardot]

Only Nick can save this dull old schedule. :p Querrey & Sock :sleepy:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DKZfQjdXkAAelOd.jpg

[Silverdee]

What fantastic tennis yesterday!


Today: Sky Sports Action from 12 until 3
Sky Sports Mix from 2 until 3.30
Sky Sports Arena from 7.15

Sun: Sky Sports Mix at 11am until 2.45

[RoastLamb]

I love the colour of the court and black and white effect with the contrast of the players bright Tshirts.

I do too!!! Am enjoying it so far altho' too bad Denis lost his match but at least it was closer than the last time they played.

[exislander]

I would be enjoying this but it seems the new Freeview channel is not available in my area - tried retuning everything and I do not have Sky so can't watch this!

[Alis]

Didn't see the first match today but the Nadal v Sock match was very entertaining. Well done Sock for fighting back to make a match of it. I was rather hoping he would win - disloyal to Europe I know - but I would like the rWorld team to even up the score a bit. I will be rooting for them this evening in the hope that the whole tie is still in the balance going into tomorrow. I really like the format and hope it continues.

[jeannie13]

what's the number for sky sportsarena

[Guerkins2]

408 on my skybox

[RoastLamb]

Didn't see the first match today but the Nadal v Sock match was very entertaining. Well done Sock for fighting back to make a match of it. I was rather hoping he would win - disloyal to Europe I know - but I would like the rWorld team to even up the score a bit. I will be rooting for them this evening in the hope that the whole tie is still in the balance going into tomorrow. I really like the format and hope it continues.

Yes I was hoping Sock would win just to even up the score a bit but it's hard to cheer against my fave as well. Still, I think Nick has an excellent chance vs Berdych. it was a very entertaining match nevertheless.

[cazza99]

Roger and Rafa coming on court.

[RoastLamb]

Such an exciting dubs match - possibly THE most exciting dubs match I've ever witnessed. So much fun!

Team Europe is so sober and sedate next to Team World who are crazy and fun. Glad NK got the W!

[lynne]

Have to say I really am enjoying the Laver Cup, just great play all round & very entertaining with their antics, the whole format is great:thumbup:

[Jane]

Play has started - an hour earlier today. Sky sp Mix channel 121

[cazza99]

Play has started - an hour earlier today. Sky sp Mix channel 121

In the Sky guide it says they are only covering Sky Mix up until 2.45 pm today. Can't find it on any other channel later on, yet there is quite a full schedule. I do hope they show it until the end.

https://lavercup.com/schedule#

[Jane]

It will probably go to the Red Button - you just have to watch for it. There is no Night Session, but more or less continuous play until one team wins the event.

[Alis]

I think it's being shown on Sky Arena red button after 12.45.

[piscesperson]

I have actually sent an email to Sky to complain about their new Sky Sports format and the difficulty in trying to find the tennis on their channels. The new format, especially when they move it to the red button, makes it impossible to record the tennis in advance. etc etc etc

Email addy viewerR@sky.uk

[Silverdee]

Help! Was watching but now Sky seems to have stopped showing it?

[Silverdee]

Have just found it on Sky Arena red button. Thanks Alis

[cazza99]

We have never been able to record on the Sky red button when they have moved tennis there.

[lynne]

THANKS ALIS!!!!!.... for the Sky Red Button tip!!!!

[lynne]

Same here Silverdee!!!! Cheers!!!

[Silverdee]

Loving this format, Andy would too!

[lynne]

WOW!!! big hitting John!!!

[Silverdee]

Yes, what a thrilling match. Shame it's on red button, my sister was recording to watch later. So looking forward to Fed v Kyrios next! Visualising Andy there in Chicago next year!

[Silverdee]

Does anyone know if it's on Sky main channnels later?

[lynne]

Up to now Silverdee Sky hasn't shown any replays ...but you never know! Maybe in a couple of days or so!!

[cazza99]

Does anyone know if it's on Sky main channnels later?

It wasn't on any other channels when I checked earlier.

[lynne]

Sometimes Sky show replay's in the middle of the night, if you keep checking & they do, you can record to watch at your leisure!!

[Alis]

Loving the Laver Cup. All the matches have been really entertaining and the scoring system has kept the tie alive until the very last rubber. The players are clearly enjoying the chance to play as part of a team. I think it's a great addition to the calendar and I'm looking forward to watching it again next year, hopefully, with Andy playing - well done the organisers!

[cazza99]

The score is currently 12 europe and 9 world. The first team to 13 wins.

A win on the third day is 3 points.

If the Team World win Kyrgios vs Federer match then the following applies


In the event of a tie after all 12 matches are played, a final overtime doubles match – a Decider – will be played as a regular set with ad scoring and a tie break.

[Alis]

The score - after Isner's win - is currently 12 - 9 in Europe's favour. It's been a great comeback by rWorld.

[lynne]

I've got to say the level of tennis from ALL players is fantastic!!:thumbup:

[Silverdee]

Yes, definitely marking this event on my calendar next year.

[Linda]

Come on Fed! (What am I saying :rolling:)

[lynne]

:laugh: Linda! .... What a ding dong of a match!

[jackie55]

Blast, was watching the match on the red button, had to switch it over and now l can't find it !!! What channel is it on ??

[cazza99]

It is on Sky Arena red button which is Sky 408.

I just lost mine as my Sky box was going to go into standby and it said backup to cancel, so I went backup and it exited the red button :doh:

[cazza99]

I want Kyrgios to win so there is a doubles decider and I want Europe to win that one.

[Silverdee]

Help, lost the channel, Sky went into standby

[cazza99]

Well done team Europe. What a cracker of a match. :clap: :yahoo:

[Linda]

Europe win! :yahoo:

[Sallydaisy]

Chicago next stop then ...

.Stuart Fraser‏Verified account @stu_fraser (https://twitter.com/stu_fraser) 23s24 seconds ago (https://twitter.com/stu_fraser/status/912013198701813760)
Europe 15-9 World. Federer saves one match point and beats Kyrgios 4-6 7-6 11-9 to clinch the Laver Cup for the hosts #LaverCup
(https://twitter.com/hashtag/LaverCup?src=hash)https://abs.twimg.com/hashflags/RodLaverCup_2017/RodLaverCup_2017.png (https://twitter.com/hashtag/LaverCup?src=hash)

I'm guessing Ben Rothenberg ISN'T a fan of Davis Cup format ...
:fingersear:

Ben Rothenberg‏Verified account @BenRothenberg (https://twitter.com/BenRothenberg) 1h1 hour ago (https://twitter.com/BenRothenberg/status/911994664118562816)
A team event that fans can plan to attend with more than a few months notice. What a concept.

[Silverdee]

Lost the red button. Is it all over?

[cazza99]

Lost the red button. Is it all over?

Yup, Europe win. What rotten timing to lose the red button - it happened to me half way through the tiebreaker.

[lynne]

Well Done team Europe!!!...Fantastic play from all players, great format, great comradery great all round tournament, fantastic to watch!!!:thumbup::thumbup:

[piscesperson]

I lost my red button coverage ages ago. I've just sent off another complaint to Sky.
viewerR@sky.uk

[Alis]

Shame! I was hoping Nick would beat Fed and it would go to a deciding doubles - I wanted more of this. A fabulous weekend of tennis - I enjoyed every minute! Maybe Fed deserved to win it as he had such a big role in organising it. Love it - roll on next year's Laver Cup!!

[Silverdee]

I think other tournaments could learn a thing or two from this competition - net cams, access to team captains on the court, behind the scenes Access, no long time delays between matches etc. I loved this format, found it so exciting, just a shame I lost the programme on the red button towards the very end of the match tiebreak!

[Silverdee]

I lost my red button coverage ages ago. I've just sent off another complaint to Sky.
viewerR@sky.uk

Yes, the same thing happened to me but at the end during the final tiebreak and I couldn't get it back.

[Alis]

I lost my red button coverage ages ago. I've just sent off another complaint to Sky.
viewerR@sky.uk

It was on Sky Sports Arena red button to the end of the tennis - not sure about the presentation.

[jackie55]

It is on Sky Arena red button which is Sky 408.

I just lost mine as my Sky box was going to go into standby and it said backup to cancel, so I went backup and it exited the red button :doh:

That is what happened to me which was a shame

[Jane]

I am still on Arena red button and watching the presentation

[jackie55]

Lucky you;)

[jackie55]

When l go to Sky Sport Arena, channel 408 there isn't the option of the red button:grrr:

[Alis]

I think other tournaments could learn a thing or two from this competition - net cams, access to team captains on the court, behind the scenes Access, no long time delays between matches etc. I loved this format, found it so exciting, just a shame I lost the programme on the red button towards the very end of the match tiebreak!

I agree absolutely - I thought the format was brilliant. The scoring was really well thought out to keep the interest going and I'm sure will only draw more people into watching tennis. I'm just sorry it's over and sorry that you lost reception at the end. Silverdee - I would have been having apoplexy!!!

[lynne]

When l go to Sky Sport Arena, channel 408 there isn't the option of the red button:grrr:

There wasn't for me earlier, I just pressed the red button & got it!

[jackie55]

There wasn't for me earlier, I just pressed the red button & got it!

What channel was you on when you pressed the red button ?

[cazza99]

I managed to get back into the red button OK but it was only about 8-8 in the tiebreaker then.

edit. Just tried exiting and then reentering red button on 408 and works fine.

[lynne]

What channel was you on when you pressed the red button ?


408 Jackie! Sky Sports Arena!

[jackie55]

408 Jackie!

I've tried that but no lucky, oh well too late now, shame because was really enjoy Fed and Nicks game

[themass15]

Watched some on teledeportes in Lanzarote and thoroughly enjoyed it

[lynne]

I've tried that but no lucky, oh well too late now, shame because was really enjoy Fed and Nicks game

What a shame!

[Silverdee]

Alis I was gutted, having watched for hours I was so into the tie break and thought Kyrios would have it.

[Alis]

What a shame. It was a great tie-break - personally gutted that Fed won and we missed out on the deciding doubles but that's bye the bye. So sorry you missed it, Silverdee!

[RoastLamb]

Well that was thoroughly entertaining and exciting!!! Was so hoping Nick would win - and he should have too!!! Then we'd have had a doubles deciding set. Man oh man! Still, Team Europe deserved the W but kudos to Team World for coming back strong today. They did great! Can't wait for next year's comp and it's not that far from where I live (10 hours' drive) so I may go!

[Alis]

Good for you, RL. If the Laver Cup were being played anywhere near me I'd do my best to be there too!

[exislander]

Unable to watch this as I do not have Sky but it looks like I may catch some highlights on Eurosport during the week hopefully.

[clancy]

Sorry, felt the whole thing was contrived, just exhibition tennis to me.

[Caley Shaun]

Unable to watch this as I do not have Sky but it looks klike I may catch some highlights on Eurosport during the week hopefully.

Eurosport showing highlights tomorrow night from 8-9pm ;).

[suttontennis]

well i would say it was more competitive than exhibitions or charity events, where it's usually lots of flashy shots, a bit of comedy, and a final set shoot out so no-one goes away too disappointed. Having only caught the odd match throughout the weekend things I did notice was, how much of a jerk Kyrgios can be at times even when he's behaving himself, that the Cilic ball bouncing on serve is getting into 'yips' territory, that Berdych isn't the player he was a year ago, his movement is letting him down, and that Shapovalov needs to build more consistency into his game to really challenge the best players.

[Caro]

Sounds like I missed some good entertainment. I don't have sky now but pleased to hear there will be some highlights on Eurosport so I will try and catch those tonight.

[JAMES4578]

I may be in the minority but I wasn't really that interested in the Laver Cup, primarily as I was against the event from the start. There's a place for exhibition type events but felt we didn't really need another one (particularly following on from Us Open/Davis Cup) . Doubt you can tell much about form from these matches,even if entertaining wouldn't want some elements replicated on regular tour/Davis Cup.

[goldfish]

I may be in the minority but I wasn't really that interested in the Laver Cup, primarily as I was against the event from the start. There's a place for exhibition type events but felt we didn't really need another one (particularly following on from Us Open/Davis Cup) . Doubt you can tell much about form from these matches,even if entertaining wouldn't want some elements replicated on regular tour/Davis Cup.

My sentiments exactly - I object to this tournament largely because the players complain that they are required to play too much in a long season. It seems pretty mean to me that the players who have now reached exemption status due to age/matches played, opt out of mainstream tournaments/DC or that the concurrent ATP tournaments are possibly deprived of top players. By all accounts there were very good matches, a great atmosphere and fun had by participants and supporters but I couldn't bring myself to watch. Probably my loss and just my opinion.

[Caro]

My sentiments exactly - I object to this tournament largely because the players complain that they are required to play too much in a long season. It seems pretty mean to me that the players who have now reached exemption status due to age/matches played, opt out of mainstream tournaments/DC or that the concurrent ATP tournaments are possibly deprived of top players. By all accounts there were very good matches, a great atmosphere and fun had by participants and supporters but I couldn't bring myself to watch. Probably my loss and just my opinion.

Completely agree with your points .... but I'm fickle, if I'd had the chance I would have watched as it sounds like it was fun.

[suttontennis]

My sentiments exactly - I object to this tournament largely because the players complain that they are required to play too much in a long season. It seems pretty mean to me that the players who have now reached exemption status due to age/matches played, opt out of mainstream tournaments/DC or that the concurrent ATP tournaments are possibly deprived of top players. By all accounts there were very good matches, a great atmosphere and fun had by participants and supporters but I couldn't bring myself to watch. Probably my loss and just my opinion.

Yes they would sooner miss a week on tour and play in a lucrative event like this, although given that they are playing at reasonable times and probably spoiled even more rotten than they are usually, it's understandable.

[RoastLamb]

Well I thought it was BRILLIANT!!!! So much fun and it wasn't exhibition tennis at all. They were all competing hard! Loved it.

Re: Denis. He needs to work on his volleys and tiebreak scenarios.

[Alis]

I agree RL. Like you, I thought it was really competitive and I loved it! It was great to see the mix of youth and experience too.

[cazza99]

I loved it too.

[ljs]

I didnt get to see all of it , but what I saw , thought it was teriffic !!!!

Of course its different from tennis on the tour , but it was great to see them all having such a fun time together
( even made me warm up to Fed a bit ) SHOCKER :lol:

[WimbledonWestie]

Completely agree with your points .... but I'm fickle, if I'd had the chance I would have watched as it sounds like it was fun.

Ha ha same here. Totally agreewith all the reasons against it, hated all the online chatter from journalists about how it's way better than DC- (it's totally different. ) but.... it was top tennis and what I saw oooked fun and competitive . I think those at the the top of running tennis need to work together to reach a better way of making the calendar work, the ITF and ATP are still too much in competition with each other rather than working together with players and sponsors to reach an agreed calendar that everyone can work with.

[karanga]

I didnt get to see all of it , but what I saw , thought it was teriffic !!!!

Of course its different from tennis on the tour , but it was great to see them all having such a fun time together
( even made me warm up to Fed a bit ) SHOCKER :lol:

Despite all my misgiving about the event there was some great tennis and it was good to see the players clearly enjoying themselves and having fun. It was good to see the full house for the event as well.

But nothing would make me warm to Fed. :shocked: :lol:

:cauldron: :pirate: :getcoat:

[RoastLamb]

I agree RL. Like you, I thought it was really competitive and I loved it! It was great to see the mix of youth and experience too.

Good point about the mix of youth and experience. Loved that too. More evident on Team World must say. My only sore point is I wish Denis had played more than once. And Dominic/Francis too. Some players got to play 3/4 times - Jack Sock I'm referring to you!


I didnt get to see all of it , but what I saw , thought it was teriffic !!!!

Of course its different from tennis on the tour , but it was great to see them all having such a fun time together
( even made me warm up to Fed a bit ) SHOCKER :lol:

I ALMOST warmed up to Federer too BUT I stopped myself in the NICK (Kyrgios) of time! :lol:


Despite all my misgiving about the event there was some great tennis and it was good to see the players clearly enjoying themselves and having fun. It was good to see the full house for the event as well.

But nothing would make me warm to Fed. :shocked: :lol:

:cauldron: :pirate: :getcoat:

I hear you there!

[Linda]

When it was announced, I intended to go but never got round to booking. It seems like a great event - but I wonder if they will get as many top players next year? If they do, I'll certainly think about going.

[rouges]

When it was announced, I intended to go but never got round to booking. It seems like a great event - but I wonder if they will get as many top players next year? If they do, I'll certainly think about going.

To Chicago

[cazza99]

I ALMOST warmed up to Federer too BUT I stopped myself in the NICK (Kyrgios) of time! :lol:




:lol:

[RoastLamb]

When it was announced, I intended to go but never got round to booking. It seems like a great event - but I wonder if they will get as many top players next year? If they do, I'll certainly think about going.

Hey we can go together!!!

[ljs]

are you watching the Invictus games Fiona ?

[Linda]

[/B]
To Chicago

Chicago? Is that where it is next year? No, nothing would induce me to go to USA. I thought someone said it was in Toronto?

[RoastLamb]

are you watching the Invictus games Fiona ?

Yes so great! Fab that Toronto is hosting. And Prince Harry can be reunited with his Toronto g/f whilst he's at it.

[RoastLamb]

Chicago? Is that where it is next year? No, nothing would induce me to go to USA. I thought someone said it was in Toronto?

I wish it was in Toronto! Probably the next time Team World hosts. Or somewhere in Canada anyway.

[ljs]

Yes so great! Fab that Toronto is hosting. And Prince Harry can be reunited with his Toronto g/f whilst he's at it.

Ive been watching them too , so inspirational arent they !!! ( the athletes I mean )

& Harry and his girl are a cute couple

He has his mothers heart

[rouges]

Chicago? Is that where it is next year? No, nothing would induce me to go to USA. I thought someone said it was in Toronto?

Yes Linda Chicago. the mayor spoke after the celebration.

[RoastLamb]

Ive been watching them too , so inspirational arent they !!! ( the athletes I mean )

& Harry and his girl are a cute couple

He has his mothers heart

He certainly does! He and Megan were sitting together at the wheelchair tennis yesterday. Nice debut!

[ljs]

yep , I saw that , so cute together , hope hes happy !!
Have always had a soft spot for him

[Silverdee]

Have tried, without success, to find out where in Europe the 2019 Laver Cup will be played. Does anyone know?

[JAMES4578]

Have tried, without success, to find out where in Europe the 2019 Laver Cup will be played. Does anyone know?


Don't think it's been announced yet,it was September before we found out about the 2018 one.

[Silverdee]

The 2019 Laver Cup is to be held in Geneva.

https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/ATP_Tennis/59347/laver-cup-to-take-place-in-roger-federers-home-country-switzerland-in-2019/

[WimbledonWestie]

I saw that the other day, sounds a lovely venue.

[Hawkeye]

If we all start saving now, we might be able to afford the weekend!

[Silverdee]

Already started! But might have to choose between this and the French Open.

[JAMES4578]

Sure Geneva will be nice place for Laver Cup, however personally the event would not be one of my priorities.