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Wimbledon 2018. Main men's thread.
So many people are surprised that dan Evans didn’t get a wild card for wimbie I don’t get it, it is the way the operate, I would have been surprised if he got one. I don’t mean to say he doesn’t deserve one or should still be punished, I think he’s served his time. But I think it’s strange that people expected Wimbledon to go against previous decisions just because he is British. Perhaps I’m too in favour of fairness, it annoys me when some majors (not naming any 1) are to weighted in favour of their home players. I’m sure if wimbie would have compromised itself by going against previous decisions there would be a lot of complaints.
I’m also confident that dan has put in the work and can get through and even into the main draw on his own. He doesn’t need a helping hand. Good luck to dan.
Jay and Liam have been given wildcards so I’m happy for them. Hopefully jay can have a better match than at queens.
RosieBear
21-06-2018, 08:43
So many people are surprised that dan Evans didn’t get a wild card for wimbie I don’t get it, it is the way the operate, I would have been surprised if he got one. I don’t mean to say he doesn’t deserve one or should still be punished, I think he’s served his time. But I think it’s strange that people expected Wimbledon to go against previous decisions just because he is British. Perhaps I’m too in favour of fairness, it annoys me when some majors (not naming any 1) are to weighted in favour of their home players. I’m sure if wimbie would have compromised itself by going against previous decisions there would be a lot of complaints.
I’m also confident that dan has put in the work and can get through and even into the main draw on his own. He doesn’t need a helping hand. Good luck to dan.
Jay and Liam have been given wildcards so I’m happy for them. Hopefully jay can have a better match than at queens.
Well said - can't be too in favour of fairness, so good for you Jerry. I'm exactly the same, and could never go easier on Dan just because he's a cheeky likable Brit rather than a cold hard to like Russian, for instance. To me that's irrelevant. Wrong is wrong. I admire Wimbledon for their consistency and feel their stance should be universal. I want Dan to be allowed to move on and not be reminded constantly of his mistake, but then I always said the same about other players long before Dan's transgression. Like you I totally believe Dan can come back the right way and wish him nothing but luck as he does so.
So many people are surprised that dan Evans didn’t get a wild card for wimbie I don’t get it, it is the way the operate, I would have been surprised if he got one. I don’t mean to say he doesn’t deserve one or should still be punished, I think he’s served his time. But I think it’s strange that people expected Wimbledon to go against previous decisions just because he is British. Perhaps I’m too in favour of fairness, it annoys me when some majors (not naming any 1) are to weighted in favour of their home players. I’m sure if wimbie would have compromised itself by going against previous decisions there would be a lot of complaints.
I’m also confident that dan has put in the work and can get through and even into the main draw on his own. He doesn’t need a helping hand. Good luck to dan.
Jay and Liam have been given wildcards so I’m happy for them. Hopefully jay can have a better match than at queens.
No, not surprised but I am disappointed they didn't offer one into qualies. I get all the "ethics" stuff, and I know Wimby are different to British tennis as a whole but it just doesn't sit right with me that it seems to be one rule for one and another for a big star. I'm probably in a minority. I've just had a lengthy argument / discussion with Kris Soutar on twitter about it. He's all "holier than thou" of course and assured me that "no one would agree with me" and it was "unethical" and matters not whether the drug was performance enhancing or not. I beg to differ on that point but I do understand why Wimby have done it. To be fair to them they have been consistent but people just see it all as British tennis don't they? That's the problem ...
I agree with all of you on this. I do think he should however have got a WC card into Qualifying. There are only two who go forward from pre Qualifying to Qualifying. I shall be very surprised if Dan isn’t one of them. That to me is not punishing Dan, but the others like Marcus, who have an outside chance of getting into Qualifying. It’s potentially reduced their chances by 50%.
RosieBear
21-06-2018, 08:56
No, not surprised but I am disappointed they didn't offer one into qualies. I get all the "ethics" stuff, and I know Wimby are different to British tennis as a whole but it just doesn't sit right with me that it seems to be one rule for one and another for a big star. I'm probably in a minority. I've just had a lengthy argument / discussion with Kris Soutar on twitter about it. He's all "holier than thou" of course and assured me that "no one would agree with me" and it was "unethical" and matters not whether the drug was performance enhancing or not. I beg to differ on that point but I do understand why Wimby have done it. To be fair to them they have been consistent but people just see it all as British tennis don't they? That's the problem ...
Charming. Matters not one bit who agrees with you or not - it's your opinion, end of. Dan's lucky to have you as a fan.
I agree with all of you on this. I do think he should however have got a WC card into Qualifying. There are only two who go forward from pre Qualifying to Qualifying. I shall be very surprised if Dan isn’t one of them. That to me is not punishing Dan, but the others like Marcus, who have an outside chance of getting into Qualifying. It’s potentially reduced their chances by 50%.
Yes, the person who should really be complaining is Tom Farquharson, seeded 3 in pre-qualifying but in Dan's half of the draw with only one place available (and Marcus Willis's chance of getting into qualifying now indeed heavily reduced!) https://lta.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/draw.aspx?id=1B5588DF-B2EB-434D-9F0D-51E24ABFB52D&draw=1
For discussion of prequalifying and qualifying there is a thread here -http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?3393-WIMBLEDON-2018-Qualifying&p=251191#post251191
They have not named all the wild cards for the men yet so you never know if they could issue wild cards for more brits later on.
roytennisfan
21-06-2018, 16:39
Yes, the person who should really be complaining is Tom Farquharson, seeded 3 in pre-qualifying but in Dan's half of the draw with only one place available (and Marcus Willis's chance of getting into qualifying now indeed heavily reduced!) https://lta.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/draw.aspx?id=1B5588DF-B2EB-434D-9F0D-51E24ABFB52D&draw=1
Tom got ko'd in the first round but Marcus will face Dan in the second and you wonder why he didn't get a wc into qualifying if he still has his boots!
Berdych withdrawn with back injury.
kenny009uk
29-06-2018, 09:21
Andy gets Paire in the first round. Then could play winner of Chardy v Shapavalov.
Decent draw all things considered.
Andy does have a good result against the French.
Tough for stan drawing dimitrov in the first round
Some of interest ...
Sela v nadal
Gulbis v jay clark
Broady v raonic
Norrie v Bedene
Edmund v Alex bolt
Djoko v sandgren
Tough draw with djoko, Murray, nadal, delpotro in one half! Winner of this draw deffo Federer which makes a nice change lol
kenny009uk
29-06-2018, 09:32
Andy does have a good result against the French.
Yeah. Plus they played last year.
sir coolerking
29-06-2018, 09:48
Andy gets Paire in the first round. Then could play winner of Chardy v Shapavalov.
Decent draw all things considered.
Not so sure. The same Paire who beat Johnson in Halle and then only lost to Federer in a final set tie break (and had match points). I'd be surprised if Andy came through this at his current level of fitness. But great to see him in the draw.
JAMES4578
29-06-2018, 10:01
Think reasonable first round draw for Andy though of course Paire can be tough, of course it all depends on his form/fitness-not really looking too far ahead. Bottom half of the draw certainly tougher, seems to fav Fed but suppose never know. Notable interesting matches also Monfils v Gasquet,Thiem vs Baghdatis and Medvedev vs Coric. Seems good draw for Edmund against Bolt but can't take anything for granted -may well be tough in 3rd R against Djokovic though.
Josephine
29-06-2018, 10:09
Federer's draw so clear - all the threats in the other half.....
Paire with the big black beard and the very blond hair!! Also Dimi vs Stan!
Speedy Hawk
29-06-2018, 10:16
Draw up Wimbledon website now.
sir coolerking
29-06-2018, 10:35
Federer's draw so clear - all the threats in the other half.....
Not sure I quite agree with that. A last 16 with Coric who just beat him in Halle, QF with Anderson who is always dangerous on grass and a semi with Cilic, arguably the biggest threat in the overall draw to Federer. He might even get a 3rd round match with Karlovic which is never straightforward.
roytennisfan
29-06-2018, 11:01
Hoping for Andy on court1 on Tuesday, also Nadal and Djok other past winners seeded and playing, defending ladies starts on Centre
roytennisfan
29-06-2018, 11:03
Not sure I quite agree with that. A last 16 with Coric who just beat him in Halle, QF with Anderson who is always dangerous on grass and a semi with Cilic, arguably the biggest threat in the overall draw to Federer. He might even get a 3rd round match with Karlovic which is never straightforward.
Hear what you are saying but would he choose those or Djok, DelPo and Rafa?
sir coolerking
29-06-2018, 11:21
Hear what you are saying but would he choose those or Djok, DelPo and Rafa?
What are the chances of Rafa making it past the 3rd round anyway? I'm surprised he even turns up.
I would unquestionably have wanted to avoid Cilic in the semis.
LC the fan
29-06-2018, 11:25
Just happy that Andy has decided he is going to play - which means he does feel he can cope with a 5 setter if necessary.
That just says to me that we have a few years with Andy to enjoy yet.
A few challengers to get the ranking up and he'll be more like his old self in no time.
Will he ever be the player he was? well I could forgive him if not but looking at both Fed, Rafa, Djoko and Delpo recovery these days in more certain that it used to be
lovetennis
29-06-2018, 11:26
Draw could have been worse for Andy. I am having no expectations and just hope he can start getting a few wins to build confidence and fitness. Excellent if he plays Tues- lots of us there that day though I hold no expectations of seeing him on Ct 2. Those of you with Centre or no.1 are going to get lucky
Silverdee
29-06-2018, 11:38
Weird! Just looked at Wimbledon draw on their website and Andy not listed! Bit of a panic, then I realised I couldn’t see Nadal on there either!
http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/draws/index.html?event=MS
JAMES4578
29-06-2018, 11:53
Weird! Just looked at Wimbledon draw on their website and Andy not listed! Bit of a panic, then I realised I couldn’t see Nadal on there either!
http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/draws/index.html?event=MS
Are you sure you clicked on the bottom half?, draw is in two sections.
Josephine
29-06-2018, 12:11
Just happy that Andy has decided he is going to play - which means he does feel he can cope with a 5 setter if necessary.
That just says to me that we have a few years with Andy to enjoy yet.
A few challengers to get the ranking up and he'll be more like his old self in no time.
Will he ever be the player he was? well I could forgive him if not but looking at both Fed, Rafa, Djoko and Delpo recovery these days in more certain that it used to be
Andy has not confirmed he will play. Let's hope he does but it is NOT yet confirmed.
If he withdraws he will be replaced by a lucky loser.
roytennisfan
29-06-2018, 12:13
Got centre court 111f on Saturday, would love to see Andy v DelPo, wish I was more optimistic of seeing it
themass15
29-06-2018, 12:13
Hoping for Andy on court1 on Tuesday, also Nadal and Djok other past winners seeded and playing, defending ladies starts on Centre
100% snap! Just got tickets for the Tuesday from LTA this morning.
themass15
29-06-2018, 12:14
Got centre court 111f on Saturday, would love to see Andy v DelPo, wish I was more optimistic of seeing it
Amazing Roy, very envious indeed!!!!!!
I'm on Centre on Tues!! Between us all someone should see Andy! I'll get to see Naomi first match up Tues! Extra cheers for her.
Speedy Hawk
29-06-2018, 13:01
Do any of you remember when 1st Monday OOP be up? Can’t remember if it Sunday evening or earlier cos tournament not started yet so no previous play to complete.
Andy has not confirmed he will play. Let's hope he does but it is NOT yet confirmed.
If he withdraws he will be replaced by a lucky loser.He said if he was going to withdraw, it would be before the draw was made.
Josephine
29-06-2018, 13:22
When did he say that? Latest from Stuart Fraser below. Andy says he is likely to play - which is great - but he had not and has not confirmed.
Stuart Fraser
Verified account @stu_fraser
9m9 minutes ago
Asked Andy Murray if he had made a decision on his Wimbledon participation: "I think most likely, yeah. I'll chat to my team this afternoon and also see a bit how the next couple of days go. But most likely, yeah, I will be playing.
JAMES4578
29-06-2018, 13:38
Andy was reported as saying if not playing he would withdraw before draw earlier, however would seem final decision has not been taken and whilst participation likely not 100% guaranteed.
themass15
29-06-2018, 13:58
John Inverdale has said Andy said after his practice session he was likely to play Wimbledon. Good news indeed!
LC the fan
29-06-2018, 16:16
Andy has not confirmed he will play. Let's hope he does but it is NOT yet confirmed.
If he withdraws he will be replaced by a lucky loser.
Andy definitely said that he would not interfere with the draw and would notify just before the draw at 10am
Josephine
29-06-2018, 16:43
If he knew he had no chance he would have withdrawn before the draw. Instead he has stayed in the draw and is likely to play.
Andy's words today
"I feel all right, not much different to a couple of days ago," he said after practising at Wimbledon on Friday.
"I will see how the next couple of days go. I'm playing sets on Saturday, but most likely I'll be playing.
"I need to play it a little bit by ear, I can't predict how I will feel in two days.
"If I feel like I do today in a couple of days then I'll be playing."
So that is likely but as I said not confirmed.
themass15
29-06-2018, 17:16
Do any of you remember when 1st Monday OOP be up? Can’t remember if it Sunday evening or earlier cos tournament not started yet so no previous play to complete.
Monday's is available Sunday at noon. Tuesday will probably later than that on Monday
lovetennis
29-06-2018, 18:11
Just thinking how happy Andy must feel being back in the buzz of a tournament - the practises, the press conferences, meeting friends and competitors. He's said how much he's missed it all - so it must feel great to back amongst it all after all those months on the sidelines. Pretty sure he will have had plenty of warm "welcome back" conversations with the other players. No matter how he does in the 1st round at least he will feel part of things again and start to build his fitness
Wimbledon draw - http://www.protennislive.com/posting/2018/540/mds.pdf
LC the fan
30-06-2018, 07:28
I wonder if the committee are getting a bit frustrated...possible changes like this in the draw must affect their scheduling.
Having said that Andy has done so much for British tennis that they have no choice but to accommodate him
Josephine
30-06-2018, 09:41
I wonder if the committee are getting a bit frustrated...possible changes like this in the draw must affect their scheduling.
Having said that Andy has done so much for British tennis that they have no choice but to accommodate him
Er how many lucky losers went into the first round at RG? This is normal for a Grand Slam - even more so since change in prize money rules. I'm sure they draw up a couple of alternative schedules. They will be desperate for Andy to play so give him as much leeway as possible.
Speedy Hawk
30-06-2018, 10:29
Monday's is available Sunday at noon. Tuesday will probably later than that on Monday
Thanks. I know Tuesday and later day before late afternoon or early evening. Just couldn't remember 1st Monday was.
THe football will affect the scheduling too as England are playing at 7.00 pm on Tuesday night. I bet they put Andy on before then.
In an article in the Times today it was mentioned that they may consider the timing of football matches when there are requests from coaches and players and media etc.
New Wimbledon video interview with Andy!!! ... taken from YouTube .....:grass2::maggie:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4mSDQDfqjg
Enjoy folks!! :maggie:
Can people please discuss tickets on the correct thread in Coaches Corner rather than in this main tournament thread. Thankyou. http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?2962-Wimbledon-2018-who-is-planning-on-going-tickets&p=252689#post252689
goldfish
30-06-2018, 23:10
Enjoyed that interview - very relaxed Andy with good answers. He's certainly improved since the early days! (He's got very long fingers)
roytennisfan
01-07-2018, 10:20
Interesting Odds, to me Andy's price is way off but guessing people are betting on him (bet365)
Roger 13/8
Novak 11/2
Rafa, Marin 7
Sasha 16
Andy, Nick 18
Juan M 20 (who could meet Andy on Sat with a big, if, they both make it)
Milos 22
Grigor Dom 33
......Kyle is at 80
themass15
01-07-2018, 11:11
Interesting odds indeed given Andy and Raonic are both big doubts, Sascha and Dom never done anything on grass. No mentions of Kevin Anderson or Sam Querrey not that I like either of them
Speedy Hawk
01-07-2018, 11:40
OOP is up now for Monday!
oop up on Wimbledon site - http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/index.html
Can't find the pdf version. Wimbledon have copied the French Open website and reduced useful stuff from their website.
They now have a printable version of the draw in pdf form - http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/draws/2018_MS_draw.pdf
piscesperson
01-07-2018, 11:57
^ I contacted them to ask for a printable version of the order of play to be made available. Not holding my breath though!
themass15
01-07-2018, 12:08
If I was in the queue and outside the top 500, I'd opt for Court No.2
JAMES4578
01-07-2018, 13:35
^ I contacted them to ask for a printable version of the order of play to be made available. Not holding my breath though!
A pdf for Order of Play is up now http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/pdf/schedulePDF8.pdf
Speedy Hawk
01-07-2018, 13:50
PDF version of OOP is there. If you look at top left, under Wimbledon logo. That is PDF icon. Click on it get PDF on each day.
They do used have text say printable.
Now it change to icon.
roytennisfan
01-07-2018, 14:28
Exactly as I anticipated on Centre, Liam on ct1 but no court yet for Cam, just not b4 5pm
BBC sport breaking news saying that Andy has withdrawn from Wimbledon :sad:
KnightOwl
01-07-2018, 15:48
Just seen breaking news on BBC that Andy has withdrawn :crying:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/44675401
Sad but not really surprised.
Speedy Hawk
01-07-2018, 15:56
So sad. :( was looking forward watch him on TV.
I have update FTM for Edmund. Anyone predicted already need go over and change it.
lovetennis
01-07-2018, 15:59
Really sad for Andy but probably the right decision in the long term. Wimbledon just came too soon for him in his recovery process
JAMES4578
01-07-2018, 15:59
Obviously disappointing in one sense particuarly when it looked like Andy would probably be playing, however if any doubt and Andy not ready for best of 5 matches obviously the right decision. Sure it would not have been easy call, hopefully Andy will be better prepared for US Open. Tbh had mixed feelings about Andy at Wimbledon this year.
HoopGirl
01-07-2018, 16:03
Very sad - hope it is just because it's too early for him and nothing more.
KnightOwl
01-07-2018, 16:03
Might have been good to get another match or two under his belt, although I guess if any had gone to four or five sets, it would probably have been too much to ask. Still disappointed though - if he'd got through the first two rounds unscathed, we'd have had a chance to see him play Potty live on Saturday :sad:
I've just read about it. Very disappointed about him withdrawing.
That's my plans for the next two weeks out the window!
JAMES4578
01-07-2018, 16:38
I'll still very much enjoy Wimbledon though of course would've better with Andy there even if had early relatively early exit which looked likely. Andy replaced by Jason Jung from Chinese Tapaei,ranked 154. At least got some excitement with Andy the past few weeks.
Josephine
01-07-2018, 16:40
That is very disappointing though reading the statement it is just because best of 5 is too soon not any re-occurrence of pain or injury. But yesterday he sounded fairly sure - something must have changed his mind.
Well his participation wasn't confirmed indeed.
So sad not to have that wonderful buzz of adrenaline anticipating an Andy match at Wimbledon.
Hopefully onwards and upwards now.
exislander
01-07-2018, 17:05
Very sad but it did seem too soon for best of 5 sets and he might have felt he couldn't do himself justice or maybe have had to withdraw after starting. It gives someone else a chance of a first round match now.
I thought it was a bit soon for 5 set matches. I will still enjoy seeing the other players.
Sad, but was not really expecting him to play. For the best I think. He has shown he still has the skills. It’s just fitness now. I had a gut feeling about this, which is why I haven’t been too bothered about being busy for the next fortnight.
I will try for tickets next year, assuming he is playing again.
Providing Federer doesn’t win, I am easy with it. I hope all of you going still enjoy it.
Pity he couldn't have played doubles...more competitive play but less strain on the body. Ah well, it is what it is. He's getting there; probably a sensible decision at this stage.
themass15
01-07-2018, 17:57
I thought it was a bit soon for 5 set matches. I will still enjoy seeing the other players.
Me too Linda
PDF version of OOP is there. If you look at top left, under Wimbledon logo. That is PDF icon. Click on it get PDF on each day.
They do used have text say printable.
Now it change to icon.
The icon wasn't there earlier Speedy. They seem to be still developing the website at this late stage!!!
I would say the most disappointed person on the planet is Andy. Feel sorry for him in his disappointment. Wise decision though.
Disappointed that won't see Andy but also relieved as I felt it might be a bit to early for possible 5 set matches. Happy with what I saw of him at Queens and so hopeful for hard court return.
Josephine
02-07-2018, 08:42
He was likely to play on Friday, said on Saturday he would play unless something changed. On Sunday pulls out. So still at bit worrying. The clip I saw on Reporting Scotland last night looked like he was limping slightly back to his chair and then surrounded by team. I don't mean major flare up but that all is not quite right.
Let's hope things settle down enough for him to make meaningful return on hard courts.
I think Andy would have beaten Paire, as I think Paire would be his usual self. I think Andy might have then started to struggle in the second round. It came as a bit of a shock seeing Andy's ranking now at 831 in the world (in the live rankings). I believe he doesn't deserve to be there.
Are there any more late withdrawals? Kokkinakis is next on the list of alternates I believe.
Rosalind
02-07-2018, 10:36
I'd forgotten how loud John Mac is. Even with the constant references to "you cannot be serious".
Just saw Kev and Jerry interviewed on ITV lunchtime news!!
Haha I bet it’s awful. They asked to ask a few questions and ended up telling us what to say and where to look and what to do. Then did a million takes. It was a farce. Won’t be doing that again. Who knows what weird edit of it they put up lol
Must have looked so fresh queuing since Saturday in extreme heat lol
Day 2 OOP (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/schedule9.html).
Looks like Court 2 will be popular!
JAMES4578
02-07-2018, 17:11
Become good contest with Dimi and Stan, Grigor crushed him in the 1st but changed thereafter. Another breaker now to decide who has ascendancy, Dimi had 2 sp's but Wawrinka saved them and now goes up 2-1 taking beaker 7-5. Liam Broady competed well in 1st but Raonic just ran away with 2nd and 3rd, obviously was tough draw even if Milos has had fitness issues. Fed won't be facing Coric here as out in straights to Medvedev, Karlovic through though and still possible 3rd round opponent. Tight between Monfils and Gasquet but Gael is 2 sets up.
themass15
02-07-2018, 17:12
Looks like Court 2 will be popular!
And Court 3
Is anyone able to watch Bedene Norrie anywhere, court 14. Is it on BBC?
KnightOwl
02-07-2018, 17:26
Doesn’t look like it. Been through all the BBC red button channels (980-986 on Sky) and nothing so far. Worth keeping checking tho. As each match finishes, they may switch to that one.
It's live on the BBC website, but I imagine it will be for UK viewers only.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/live/tennis/44010355
Thanks Hawkeye. Yes, won't let me watch online. I have a site that i can get BBC1, 2 etc but they're not showing Cam. :(
Josephine
02-07-2018, 17:58
Kind of ironic Stan just beat Dimitrov after losing to Andy..... But was only 3 sets I suppose at Eastbourne.
Sallydaisy
02-07-2018, 17:58
Stanimal sees off Dimitrov in 4 sets ... I think my Dream Team is already shot.
Stan: 1-6, 7-6(3), 7-6(5), 6-4
Sallydaisy
02-07-2018, 18:01
Bedene has a break in Set 2, will serve at *4-3 after the change of ends.
JAMES4578
02-07-2018, 18:01
Stan certainly finding better form here after slow start though Dimi did falter somewhat, still well done! Disappointed for Grigor though.
Thanks Hawkeye. Yes, won't let me watch online. I have a site that i can get BBC1, 2 etc but they're not showing Cam. :(
Showing it now on BBC2.
Sallydaisy
02-07-2018, 18:04
Cam breaks back; *4-4 and going with serve.
Sallydaisy
02-07-2018, 18:13
Why is John Lloyd pronouncing Cams surname as Nawree?
Sallydaisy
02-07-2018, 18:15
Rats, Bedene gets the break right at the last moment and will serve for the 2nd set.
Thanks Hawkeye, watching :)
JAMES4578
02-07-2018, 18:20
A few breaks in this set, Cameron steps up for TB! Bedene take sit 7-4 though, could be in for a long one here-come on Norrie! Aljaz also takes 3rd on breaker but Cameron disappointing on a few key points. Bedene takes it it, hoped for more from Cameron but credit to the Slovenian.
11 games remain unfinished as of now. Is it just tradition that there's an 11.30 start? Seems daft that so much daylight gets wasted at the start of the day. Not that I'm suggesting that play starts at 6am or anything...
Well Coric has been taken care of for Federer :rolleyes:
Well Coric has been taken care of for Federer :rolleyes:
Yep, my picks have gone out the window. Disastrous day for me, ha!!ha!! Was frustrating trying to watch livestreams as well as kept freezing!!!!
Might be a sign I should stop trying to watch any of it. :(
11 games remain unfinished as of now. Is it just tradition that there's an 11.30 start? Seems daft that so much daylight gets wasted at the start of the day. Not that I'm suggesting that play starts at 6am or anything...
I think it's something to do with the grass being too slippery any earlier.
themass15
02-07-2018, 20:34
Surbiton, Nottingham and Eastbourne all started at 11 a.m.
JAMES4578
02-07-2018, 20:40
Sure Wimbledon used to be 12 pm so at least a bit earlier, the other slams start at 11-don't think could be much earlier on any court.
Speedy Hawk
02-07-2018, 21:42
Glad Stan won cos Roger finish his match quickly (good he win) and women finish their quickly and when Stan lost 1st 6-1 I was like come on Stan fight back! I hoping entertaining match. He fight back and it great watch. Good day centre court for me.
WimbledonWestie
02-07-2018, 23:39
Same- never seen Wozniacki before, my brother had never seen Federer so it was a real treat for him to see Roger open play on centre. Then the Stan v Grigor match was just a real tennis treat - shame it didn't go five it was so enjoyable but at least we could then get dinner lol. Then watched kuznetsova on court 12 followed by svitolina on 2 . Just a fabulous day as always. Wish I had tix fir tomorrow but at least I have Wednesday to look forward to.
Typical of the BBC. Konta and Clarke's matches start at 11.30am and they decide to show Konta's match.
JAMES4578
03-07-2018, 11:01
Typical of the BBC. Konta and Clarke's matches start at 11.30am and they decide to show Konta's match.
There are interactive and online options which are showing Jay.
That's hardly an unreasonable choice though surely, the British number 1 rather than the British number 5?
The Sky BBC red button currently has a choice of 6 matches, including Jay.
Goffin out in straights, and Thiem two sets down to Baghdatis.
Thiem becomes the first retiral of the Championships at 2 sets and a break down.
JAMES4578
03-07-2018, 16:25
Looked challenge for Thiem anyway but disappointing he had to retire,pity for Goffin.
Day 3 OOP (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/schedule10.html).
RoastLamb
03-07-2018, 22:32
Good match between Chardy and Denis. Glad Denis won in 4. BUT he gets Paire next...
Good match between Chardy and Denis. Glad Denis won in 4. BUT he gets Paire next...
Disappointed that I missed that match but there were so many good matches on the schedule today.
Well done Denis. :strawberry: Hope he gets through the Paire match. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
roytennisfan
04-07-2018, 10:41
Disappointed that I missed that match but there were so many good matches on the schedule today.
Well done Denis. :strawberry: Hope he gets through the Paire match. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
Paire was injured, he struggled in final set and could withdraw. Shap v delpo could be good on sat, also Kyle v Djok could be on centre assuming they all win tomorrow, where a number of us have tickets
themass15
04-07-2018, 12:12
Paire was injured, he struggled in final set and could withdraw. Shap v delpo could be good on sat, also Kyle v Djok could be on centre assuming they all win tomorrow, where a number of us have tickets
I don't understand why they are putting so many women's matches on Centre and 1, that is why people in queue are passing up on tickets and going for Court 2.
What a pity Dennis Novak couldn't take either of those match points. I think he's fading now. (He's on my dream team.)
He eventually won! :cheer:
I don't understand why they are putting so many women's matches on Centre and 1, that is why people in queue are passing up on tickets and going for Court 2.
Because people kept complaining that there were too many men's matches on Centre and 1.
Well, I will be glad if there are more men's matches on Court 2 on Saturday. Last time I was on Court 2 I only saw women (the one men's match scheduled didn't get played due to rain).
lovetennis
04-07-2018, 16:32
Well, I will be glad if there are more men's matches on Court 2 on Saturday. Last time I was on Court 2 I only saw women (the one men's match scheduled didn't get played due to rain).
I generally enjoy the style of men's tennis more than the women's but yesterday on Ct 2 the two women's matches were better than the two men's matches which was a pleasant surprise. I enjoyed seeing Konta and the Sharapova match was a great battle. We also saw Sacha Zverev (1st set was competitive but after that all a bit pedestrian), and Thiem retired which was a shame as I enjoy watching him. The ladies were definitely the highlight on that court yesterday
roytennisfan
04-07-2018, 17:39
Watching Cam and Jay on ct14
Sallydaisy
04-07-2018, 17:50
:wimbrolly::rain::wimbrolly:
roytennisfan
04-07-2018, 18:41
Yep we got a little wet, were sat in front of their team
Rain? Seriously? :shocked:
JAMES4578
04-07-2018, 20:56
Thursday's Schedule (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/index.html)
Sallydaisy
04-07-2018, 23:11
Showcourts OOP ... Thursday 5th July
CENTRE
THURSDAY'S ORDER OF PLAY (Centre Court, from 13:00 BST)
Mikhail Kukushkin vs Rafael Nadal
Johanna Konta vs Dominika Cibulkova
Kyle Edmund vs Bradley Klahn
COURT 1
THURSDAY'S ORDER OF PLAY (No.1 Court, from 13:00 BST)
Marin Cilic vs Guido Pella
Simona Halep vs Saisai Zheng
Juan Martin del Potro vs Feliciano Lopez
Taylor Fritz vs Alexander Zverev
COURT 2
THURSDAY'S ORDER OF PLAY (No.2 Court, from 11:30 BST)
Katie Boulter vs Naomi Osaka
Andreas Seppi vs Kevin Anderson
Horacio Zeballos vs Novak Djokovic
Bernard Tomic vs Kei Nishikori
Garbiñe Muguruza vs Alison Van Uytvanck
COURT 3
THURSDAY'S ORDER OF PLAY (No.3 Court, from 11:30 BST)
Ashleigh Barty vs Eugenie Bouchard
Thomas Fabbiano vs Stan Wawrinka, TO FINISH
Nick Kyrgios vs Robin Haase
Benoit Paire vs Denis Shapovalov
Jelena Ostapenko vs Kirsten Flipkens
WimbledonWestie
04-07-2018, 23:58
Well, I will be glad if there are more men's matches on Court 2 on Saturday. Last time I was on Court 2 I only saw women (the one men's match scheduled didn't get played due to rain).
On Feds half of draw there are less marquee players in men's event- but on same day more women, hence the oop. Having been there I've been delighted with the op for centre Monday and Wednesday. Can't believe it rained, never thought for a minute I wold Ron today. However another fabulous day. Can't believe that's me finished for this year. Heading home tomorrow for a wedding on Friday. Hope for more days next year but as ever, it's been just fabulous to be at Wimbledon once again. Next stop... Davis Cup!
Cilic has just lost in five sets against Pella.
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 14:10
First the Draw, then Coric now Cilic gone, looking good for a certain Roger
JAMES4578
05-07-2018, 14:12
Big surprise with Cilic out, was winning so comfortably at one point yesterday! Looked to be good bet for semis anyway.
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 14:43
And Novak has injury time out, left thigh, with a game to go, has gone through but questions?
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 14:44
A number of bookies have moved Roger to odds-on now.
A number of bookies have moved Roger to odds-on now.
Not surprised. He's had the luck of the draw with all the players who might have a chance against him in the top half of the draw.
I'm watching Paire v young Denis who looks really out of sorts.
Come on Denis. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
lovetennis
05-07-2018, 16:37
On my way home from work and gutted to see Cilic lost. How did that happen? Was hoping that he might provide some opposition to Fed after the blistered foot scuppered him in last year's final. I am so desperate for someone, anyone to step up and stop Fed. The BBC highlights programme last night was just a showreel of a few of his best shots and then footage of the adoration heaped upon him. It's boring. I know it's not his fault others aren't as good and I acknowledge his greatness but I want exciting matches not a procession.
lovetennis
05-07-2018, 16:51
I did smirk when Fed said in his BBC interview how he liked to vary his play, or it would be boring. Wasn't sure if he meant for himself or us, but sorry Rog it's not working for me. I got over thinking "great shot" a long time ago. I want someone to take sets off you, make you fight for it. C'mon Delpo, Rafa, Djokovic et al I am relying on you in our man's absence.
lovetennis , im with you !!!! So boring when Fed wins everything !!
And what a sad day for me ... Denis lost , i had to go out after the first set which he won 6-0 i believe , then i get back in time to see the 4th set tiebreak which he lost :crying::crying:
Josephine
05-07-2018, 17:18
Andy could have been in the 3rd round! Well maybe....
JAMES4578
05-07-2018, 17:22
Surprised Paire won after that first set but take it he found his form and Denis not had best results on grass. Had Andy made 3rd round doubt would've done much there, however no point dwelling on it now as he didn't feel ready.
lovetennis , im with you !!!! So boring when Fed wins everything !!
And what a sad day for me ... Denis lost , i had to go out after the first set which he won 6-0 i believe , then i get back in time to see the 4th set tiebreak which he lost :crying::crying:
I'm very sad too to see Denis go out. :crying: But he is still very young and his time will come I'm sure. He will have learned much from today and as a result improve his game.
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 17:31
Didn't expect Paire to win a set, he struggled to complete his previous match, but Denis didn't put him under enough pressure. Had been looking forward to him playing DelPo. Can see DelPo making mincemeat of Paire.
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 17:36
More seeds Gone...and Going? Schwatzman(14) lost to Vesely and looking like Gulbis could put Dzumhur(27) out, he leads 5-2 in the decider
Djokovic claimed, after his match, he felt a twinge in one of his knees during his win. He's hoping to be okay to play Kyle Edmund.
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 17:46
Dzumhur saved 3mp before Gulbis won on the 4th MP
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 17:48
Kei beats Bernie and will face fellow Aussie Nick on Saturday. That's a real clash of personalities and playing styles!
Sallydaisy
05-07-2018, 17:51
Kei beats Bernie and will face fellow Aussie Nick on Saturday. That's a real clash of personalities and playing styles!
Kei is Japanese.
:confused: .com
JAMES4578
05-07-2018, 17:53
Kei beats Bernie and will face fellow Aussie Nick on Saturday. That's a real clash of personalities and playing styles!
Kei is Japanese.
:confused: .com
Think he meant Kei is playing another Aussie next (beat Tomic and now playing Kygrios) :)
roytennisfan
05-07-2018, 18:01
Kei is Japanese.
:confused: .com
OK meant fellow to Bernie of course
Friday's OOP (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/schedule12.html).
JAMES4578
05-07-2018, 20:20
Sacha Zverev will need to go to 5 if he is to get the better of Fritz, suspended for the night.
I should probably take myself off to the shallow thread but does anyone else think Rafa's hair transplant is looking dicey?
lovetennis
05-07-2018, 20:27
I should probably take myself off to the shallow thread but does anyone else think Rafa's hair transplant is looking dicey?
I must be shallow too because that's just what I was thinking :laugh: Also keep wondering if at some point Fed has had his nose sculpted a little? In the footage of his Wimbledon wins many years ago the nose definitley doesn't look as finely shaped as it does now
I must be shallow too because that's just what I was thinking :laugh: Also keep wondering if at some point Fed has had his nose sculpted a little? In the footage of his Wimbledon wins many years ago the nose definitley doesn't look as finely shaped as it does now
OH! I will have to check this out girls !! :laugh:
I should probably take myself off to the shallow thread but does anyone else think Rafa's hair transplant is looking dicey?
My hubby didn't know anything about the hair transplant and said I think Rafa's losing his hair!!! Oops!! :whistle::lol:
goldfish
05-07-2018, 23:04
Yep, joining you all - also mentioned this to my husband. Real thin patch on top.
RoastLamb
06-07-2018, 00:16
Ugh so disappointed about Denis. :crying: And Johanna, and Genie... We only have one Canuck left now. At least Kyle won so that's good!
Sallydaisy
06-07-2018, 12:59
Zverev has broken in the fifth set and has just held for 4-2.
JAMES4578
06-07-2018, 13:13
Well Sacha didn't face too much resistance against Fritz today, didn't look too good for Monfils after injury timeout with first set to Querrey 7-5 , however has just broken for 4-3 and takes 2nd 6-4!
Sallydaisy
06-07-2018, 14:20
Monfils beat Querrey!
:yahoo:
themass15
06-07-2018, 14:48
Great win by Monfils, I suspect that made a lot of people happy
JAMES4578
06-07-2018, 14:51
Great tennis from Monfils to seal the win in 4, well done!
Extra BBC red button channels are available on several platforms
Freeview - http://www.bbc.co.uk/reception/television/Freeview/Youview_red_button_wimbledon18.html
Freesat - http://www.bbc.co.uk/corporate2/reception/television/satellite/Freesat_red_button_wimbledon18
Sky - Just press the red button and there are several - at the time of posting there are 8 including mian BBC channel, 3 in HD. Channels 980, 981, 982, 983, 984, 985, 986
roytennisfan
06-07-2018, 16:45
Kyle is 3rd on centre tomorrow, a good number of us there to support him, some in 6th row
http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/schedule13.html
Come on Delpo. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
Paire slipped over on the grass and Delpo immediately climbed over the net to make sure he was OK and gave him a hand up. :thumbup:
Khachanov and Tiafoe into a fifth.
Khachanov wins, an injured Tiafoe couldn't really hit a ball in the last 2 sets.
Zverev and Gulbis into a 5th set now.
Might have to move Kyrgios v. Nishikori onto Centre to make sure it gets finished.
JAMES4578
07-07-2018, 17:56
Looks tough and interesting one as Zverev taken to 5th by Gulbis when he hoped to maintain the momentum. Ernie with early break and holds for 2-0. pity Tiafoe couldn't sustain the challenge in the end. Sacha out as Gulbis has a bagel in the decider!
Zverev bagelled in the fifth.
JAMES4578
07-07-2018, 18:23
Kygrios and Nishikori have just come on to court 1, Kei takes first set 6-1 in 16 minutes!
roytennisfan
07-07-2018, 19:56
Zverev bagelled in the fifth.
So Jay did better than Zverov LOL
roytennisfan
07-07-2018, 19:57
Zverev bagelled in the fifth.
Does he play for your beloved Sweden, Hawkeye?
Sweden? I'm half Russo/Croatian
Kyrgios to serve to stay alive.
JAMES4578
07-07-2018, 20:07
Didn't think it was likely this could be completed tonight (On court 1 anyway), Nishikori finding some great form and through in straights-1hr 37 minutes.
Monday's OOP (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/index.html).
lovetennis
08-07-2018, 16:20
Monday's OOP (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/index.html).
Wish they would give Delpo a show court. Interested to see what Mannarino can do against Borerer - even a BP, never mind a break of serve will be an improvement on the first 3 strolls on Centre Court
themass15
08-07-2018, 16:22
DelPo will get at least Court 1 if he wins. If he and Rafa win that is bound to be on Centre. Agree though, I think the best he has achieved is Court 1 last Thursday.
roytennisfan
08-07-2018, 18:10
I predict a mad dash for ct14 to see Jamie/Bruno v Skupskis at 1130
jeannie13
08-07-2018, 18:16
Sweden? I'm half Russo/Croatian
I take it that your middle name is Abel!!:laugh:
roytennisfan
08-07-2018, 20:09
Sweden? I'm half Russo/Croatian
Guessing you found out last night that you are genuine 100% Croat
No, I'm saving the other 50% in case Wednesday goes badly.
lovetennis
09-07-2018, 07:48
I predict a mad dash for ct14 to see Jamie/Bruno v Skupskis at 1130
Slightly sorry the draw threw up this match-up. Both teams are playing well so it'll be a shame to see one go out
lovetennis
09-07-2018, 12:28
Arghhhh, Fed wins 1st set 6-0 against Mannarino. Changing channels....
Arghhhh, Fed wins 1st set 6-0 against Mannarino. Changing channels....
:grrr:
Glad I didn't start watching that match but decided to watch Kei v Ernests. Sad to see Kei struggling with what looks like an arm injury.
Good to see Ernests back playing well. He won the first set but now looks as tho Kei will win the second.
I like Kei but am cheering on Ernests. :cheer:
Mackenzie McDonald takes the third set against Raonic.
JAMES4578
09-07-2018, 14:34
Rooting for Kei who takes 2nd on breaker, Mannarino did get going but fed took next two 7-5,6-4. Couldn't really afford to give defending champion such a head start though.
Can’t stand Gulbis! Come on Kei :cheer::cheer:
Watched Tsitsipas play when I was at Wimby and he is such a talent! Definitely a big time player in the making but currently 2 sets to love down vs Isner :sad:
I’m channel hopping on the BBC sport app on my TV. Also keeping an eye on Monfils vs Anderson. I like both but prefer Gael’s games so come on Gael!
lovetennis
09-07-2018, 15:54
Been watching Monfils v Anderson but hopped over to see Rafa - I'm keen to see a Centre Court battle. The matches on there have been pretty predictable so far this year. Rafa up 3-1 so maybe this won't be it
Been watching Monfils v Anderson but hopped over to see Rafa - I'm keen to see a Centre Court battle. The matches on there have been pretty predictable so far this year. Rafa up 3-1 so maybe this won't be it
No, I was thinking the same re: 5 set thrillers. There haven’t been any on CC this year so far. Was hoping for a late evening roof raiser while I was there but it didn’t happen. Got to see Cam & Jay’s 5 set battle though while I was there ... they lost 22-20 in final set, gut wrenching for them!
lovetennis
09-07-2018, 16:14
No, I was thinking the same re: 5 set thrillers. There haven’t been any on CC this year so far. Was hoping for a late evening roof raiser while I was there but it didn’t happen. Got to see Cam & Jay’s 5 set battle though while I was there ... they lost 22-20 in final set, gut wrenching for them!
An outside court ticket seems more likely to deliver the thrillers these days. The top players are so dominant and inevitably are scheduled on the show courts (talking about the men's game here - the women's side has thrown up many a shock so far). Maybe I'm just missing Andy but I'm finding it a bit lacklustre this year :shrug:
Rosalind
09-07-2018, 16:43
everyone, was unsure where to post:
Tweet from Stuart Fraser
"Some news here at Wimbledon... Andy Murray will appear on BBC television tomorrow as a studio pundit and then again on Wednesday as a commentator." apologies if this is already well-known, it was new to me :)
JAMES4578
09-07-2018, 17:15
As well Nishikori won as Gulbis would likely have little left anyway, tight contest for a while (much prefer Kei anyway)
lovetennis
09-07-2018, 18:51
Enjoying Delpo and Simon on Ct 2. Delpo leads 2 sets to love, but both sets were TBs. Good quality tennis. Love watching both of these two players
JAMES4578
09-07-2018, 19:39
Looks like could be other breaker in 3rd, Simon up 6-5.
DelPo serving to take it to a third TB.
Djoko has just broken Khachanov in the third, should tie things up shortly.
JAMES4578
09-07-2018, 19:46
Simon breaks to take 3rd 7-5, so may have to come back tomorrow! Djokovic had pretty straightforward time and close to win.
oop with women's matches for Tuesday - http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/schedule16.html
Enjoying Delpo and Simon on Ct 2. Delpo leads 2 sets to love, but both sets were TBs. Good quality tennis. Love watching both of these two players
Agreed! Good match!
lovetennis
09-07-2018, 21:51
Shame that Delpo and Simon couldn't finish but it seemed the right decision to come off at the end of the 3rd set as no way they would have got through a 4th tonight. Suspect Delpo will finish it in the 4th tomorrow but sadly I'll miss it as I'm working
everyone, was unsure where to post:
Tweet from Stuart Fraser
"Some news here at Wimbledon... Andy Murray will appear on BBC television tomorrow as a studio pundit and then again on Wednesday as a commentator." apologies if this is already well-known, it was new to me :)
Will finally settle to some Wimbledon viewing if only to see Andy although I think I'll be more nervous than when he is playing! He should be very good but quite a change for him. What could possibly go wrong, he says?? x
DelPo finally takes the last spot in the quarters.
JAMES4578
10-07-2018, 13:55
Pretty tight in the 4th too, prefer Simon but Del Potro better opponent for Nadal.
Breaking news! They're putting Federer on No.1 Court! :shocked:
themass15
10-07-2018, 15:59
Breaking news! They're putting Federer on No.1 Court! :shocked:
I bet he can't believe it!
WimbledonWestie
10-07-2018, 16:08
Good shout! The two matches on centre are potentially more deserving. If Federer and Anderson want to prove everyone wrong with a nail biting 5 setter then all the better.
Here's a question:- Why are the nationalities of the players no longer shown on the on-court scoreboards? They are still displayed in the Boys' and Girls' matches.
oop for Wednesday - http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/schedule/schedule17.html
Rosalind
10-07-2018, 21:45
Will finally settle to some Wimbledon viewing if only to see Andy although I think I'll be more nervous than when he is playing! He should be very good but quite a change for him. What could possibly go wrong, he says?? x
Saw Andy's interview with Sue and Tim in studio today. Fabulous - funny and very knowledgeable. I think it will go very well. Tim and Andy have a great rapport.
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 12:50
Fed did not have much trouble with Anderson thus far as takes first 6-2, however Kevin up a break in 2nd at 3-0! Watching Djokovic/Nishikori though and Nole showing the better form in a 6-3 set, they exchanged breaks before Djokovic got the crucial one.
lovetennis
11-07-2018, 12:58
I see the BBC went their own way with the scheduling and put Fed on BBC2 at start of play rather than the Centre Court match. Had to go to the red button or the App for Djokovic & Nishikori. Some great points in the 1st set of Djokovic V Nishikori, shame Kei couldn't quite keep it up.
Mind you over on no.1 there's the excitement of Fed losing a service game. Blimey
lovetennis
11-07-2018, 13:02
Normal service resumed on no.1 (literally). I see from livescores Fed's broken back
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 13:03
See Fed back on serve now though at 2-3,Anderson will need to dig deep for this set now.
Come on Djokovic!! (Andy said he could beat either Rafa or Roger!!)
Second set much closer, but Rog still takes it on the TB.
1 set all on Centre.
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 13:37
Some impressive play from Kei in 2nd though Djokovic got bit frustrated after missing bps, hopefully interesting 3rd! Watched TB between Fed and Anderson, a few crucial errors from Kevin even if few mistakes from Rog as well at 6-3 but still takes it 7-5. Can't see Fed offering many more opportunities now.
lovetennis
11-07-2018, 13:52
Kei really giving a good account of himself - some great shots and points in this match
Match between Kei and Nole becoming really absorbing. Some super tennis. Referring to a warning given in second set, Stu Fraser wrote on Twitter: "Absolute nonsense from Andrew Castle and John McEnroe saying that Carlos Ramos should not get involved by provoking the player at that moment. Ramos one of the few umpires who is not afraid to enforce the rules, no matter who the culprit is"
They are now complaining that Nole is allowed too much time to bounce the ball!
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 14:16
Kei couldn't quite stay the pace with Djokovic in the 3rd, once he got break no way back for Nishikori. Early break for Japanese star in the 4th though, come on!
Anderson breaks and will serve for the third set at *6-5.
Things becoming a little interesting on #1!
lovetennis
11-07-2018, 14:17
Anderson serving for the 3rd set 6-5. Can he possibly take a set off Fed?
Anderson back to deuce from 0-40...
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 14:24
Looked dicey at 0-40, well done Anderson on at least extending Fed!
lovetennis
11-07-2018, 14:25
Well done Kev. First to take a set off Fed in what seems like forever. Pretty sure Fed will come back strong in the 4th though. I'm sticking with Kei & Djok match. Quite a lot of seesawing going on but suspect Djok is going to come through this
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 14:27
Yes unfortunately after initial boost now Kei dropped serve twice in 4th, 1-3.
Djokovic through in 4, and break points for Anderson in the 4th...
Kev up a break in set 4!!
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 14:47
Entertaining for a while but Djokovic too strong in the end, Anderson up a break in 4th at 4-3.
lovetennis
11-07-2018, 14:51
Entertaining for a while but Djokovic too strong in the end, Anderson up a break in 4th at 4-3.
Yes, a shame the quality dropped from middle of the 3rd set. Djoko definitely looking more like his old self
Meanwhile, c'mon Kev. Not switching over though, I want to see/hear Andy
piscesperson
11-07-2018, 14:52
Andy is on BBC2
Anderson serves out the set!
Federer hasn't lost from 2 sets up since JWT did it in 2011.
Maybe a bit early to rewrite the script but things becoming momentous on #1!
JAMES4578
11-07-2018, 14:58
Fed had bp but Anderson stays strong, 5th should be interesting!
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