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Hawkeye
28-12-2019, 23:34
Andy Murray to miss 2020 Australian Open and ATP Cup because of pelvic injury
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/50934605

jackie55
28-12-2019, 23:43
Oh dear, such a shame really hope Andy starts to feel better soon, seems to be taking a long time:crying:

Teresa
29-12-2019, 07:01
Sad for us, but after last years AO any matches he plays/ has played between then and his eventual retirement are a bonus.

I imagine after the years of struggling with the hip, a lot of his other joints have been subjected to extra strain, so other injuries are to be expected.

(My left hip has always been dodgy, and my walking odd. As a consequence I have now got Osteo arthritis in both knees and the other hip, and will need all of them replaced over the next couple of years).

Stell
29-12-2019, 08:28
I heard about Andy pulling out of the Aussie Open on radio five live. Russell Fuller believed it was something Andy did during his DC match and it just needs time to heal.

HoopGirl
29-12-2019, 10:36
It seems to be taking a long time to heal. Fingers crossed....

patlowe
29-12-2019, 10:47
To me, it's as simple as this. When it's healed it's healed. Until then we do what we've been doing these past 2 years or so...we wait. We wait in hope and expectation for Andy to be back on court fully fit. I'll wait as long as it takes. He's absolutely doing the right thing, disappointing as it is.

JAMES4578
29-12-2019, 11:10
obviously we were all looking forward to seeing Andy in a slam again, however the injury taking some time to heal and clearly Andy would not be ready for the Australian Open. Whilst dsappointing this is the case but the longer term is more important for Andy.

RoastLamb
29-12-2019, 14:52
Awww that's a shame! I do so hope he's fit enough to compete at Indian Wells coz I'm going there and was so hoping to see him play. Good luck Andy xxx

cazza99
29-12-2019, 18:11
website - https://ausopen.com/

themass15
30-12-2019, 11:58
Still lots of good people to watch

RosieBear
30-12-2019, 22:36
I heard about Andy pulling out of the Aussie Open on radio five live. Russell Fuller believed it was something Andy did during his DC match and it just needs time to heal.

Just when I thought I couldn't hate the new "Davis Cup" more. Poor Andy. The Australian is serious unfinished business for him and he'll be disappointed to miss this shot at it, even if not a favourite to win (that said all players being rusty after Christmas break would have levelled things a bit). Get well soon Andy, and as others have said your fans will wait as long as it takes.

Nessie
31-12-2019, 17:34
It’s a shame that Andy won’t be playing as we are going to be there for day 1 and 2!:sad: Still it is important for him so get really fit before he starts playing competitively. We’ll be there to support Dan, Cam and Kyle and Jo if she’s fit. Sadly I don’t think the doubles will have started in those first two days.
All very exciting!!:skippy::GBflag:

themass15
31-12-2019, 19:22
It’s a shame that Andy won’t be playing as we are going to be there for day 1 and 2!:sad: Still it is important for him so get really fit before he starts playing competitively. We’ll be there to support Dan, Cam and Kyle and Jo if she’s fit. Sadly I don’t think the doubles will have started in those first two days.
All very exciting!!:skippy::GBflag:

Have an amazing time Nessie, very envious!

goldfish
31-12-2019, 22:37
Have a great time Nessie & Mr Pips! Seems neither of us got lucky with seeing Andy in Oz :-(. You'll still have a lot of fun.

Teresa
04-01-2020, 16:51
Due to a withdrawal Heather Watson is now in the Main Draw. Excellent for her. Paws crossed for a decent draw.

Hawkeye
11-01-2020, 10:30
Australian Open: Bianca Andreescu withdraws with a knee injury - http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/51075724

roytennisfan
12-01-2020, 19:10
It’s a shame that Andy won’t be playing as we are going to be there for day 1 and 2!:sad: Still it is important for him so get really fit before he starts playing competitively. We’ll be there to support Dan, Cam and Kyle and Jo if she’s fit. Sadly I don’t think the doubles will have started in those first two days.
All very exciting!!:skippy::GBflag:

Have a wonderful time, great news that Dan is seeded #30

cazza99
13-01-2020, 20:44
The Australian Open's Rally for Relief will be shown on Eurosport at 7:00 on Wednesday 15 January.

https://media.eurosport.com/pressweb/5c7d21fabf603/post/eurosport-to-screen-rally-for-relief-live-from-melbourne

cazza99
16-01-2020, 21:43
Men's draw - https://ausopen.com/draws#!mens-singles

Doesn't seem to be a printable pdf version on the Oz Open website but hopefullly will appear here from the ATP site - http://www.protennislive.com/posting/2020/580/mds.pdf

cazza99
16-01-2020, 21:46
Dan Evans plays American Mackenzie McDonald and could potentially face Djokovic in the third round

Cameron Norrie plays Frenchman Pierre-Hugues Herbert

Kyle Edmond plays Serbia's 24th seed Dusan Lajovic

cazza99
19-01-2020, 20:30
oop for Monday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13851

Jo Konta 4th on 1573 arena

Dan Evans 1st on Court 14

Kyle Edmund 2nd on Court 15.

Jan
19-01-2020, 22:01
God luck to them all! :GBflag:

lynne
20-01-2020, 17:38
Nial Smith Design usually does the Poster for all of the Slams which always included our Andy, but this year his poster has a deeper meaning!!!! :thumbup:



Respect where it is due #AusOpen #AO2020



https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EOqk--1WsAAm2M_?format=jpg&name=900x900





:thumbup::thumbup:

cazza99
20-01-2020, 20:55
oop for Tuesday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13856

Jane
21-01-2020, 09:50
Eurosport Player having technical issues:sad:

cazza99
21-01-2020, 10:04
Eurosport Player having technical issues:sad:

Oh I thought it was just my end. Not able to get livestreaming of Cameron or Harriet.

cazza99
21-01-2020, 11:23
Cameron into a fifth set and Harriet is into a third.

Can see both live scores as well as results in the match schedule on the Australian site.

cazza99
21-01-2020, 11:24
oop for Wednesday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13861

Heather up first at midnight on court 12

Dan up second on court 19.

cazza99
21-01-2020, 11:59
Eursport player still not working. I went to their chat support and it is a problem everywhere. Yet the commies are announcing that you can watch the streams on eurosport player.

edit. Apparently eursport player working when watching from amazon prime. It is the stand alone version that is not working.

Jane
21-01-2020, 12:47
"Apparently eursport player working when watching from amazon prime. It is the stand alone version that is not working."

Not very well, though - for me at any rate!!

exislander
21-01-2020, 13:19
Eurosport player seemed ok on my iPad mini, for some matches at least, but to see Cam and Harriet I had to go to bet365 on laptop.

cazza99
21-01-2020, 13:48
"Apparently eursport player working when watching from amazon prime. It is the stand alone version that is not working."

Not very well, though - for me at any rate!!

I'm just fortunate I renewed Sky basic package as swtiched to broadband with them and got a good deal. At least can watch Eurosport 1 and 2.

cazza99
21-01-2020, 14:33
Kevin Anderson and Casper Ruud have been burning the midnight oil and both have just gone through. That's it for live tennis today.

Jane
21-01-2020, 20:35
If Eurosport player, and Eurosport 1 & 2 via Sky, fail to show Heather and Cam, they are both available on Bet 365.

Jane
22-01-2020, 02:12
Heather Watson beats Pliskova 4 - 6, 6 - 3, 6 - 1. Well done. :cheer: :cheer: :clap: :clap:

lynne
22-01-2020, 03:42
Excellent result.. Well done Heather!!!

themass15
22-01-2020, 07:07
Good by Heather but disappointing by Dan

Jan
22-01-2020, 07:34
Brilliant Hev!!!
Tricky match up for Dan.

JAMES4578
22-01-2020, 10:28
Good heather through against the younger Pliskova, certainly disappointing from Dan though even if tough match up.

Hawkeye
22-01-2020, 11:31
Harriet Dart up against Halep tomorrow on RLA, first match of the night session.

Heather up against Elise Mertens, second up on Court 22.

cazza99
22-01-2020, 11:57
Full oop for Thursday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13866

Brits in action in the doubles too.

suttontennis
22-01-2020, 13:29
Good heather through against the younger Pliskova, certainly disappointing from Dan though even if tough match up.

Dan basically admitted he shouldn't have played in Adelaide last week, but feels he can't yet take weeks off like this because of his ranking. BBC alluded to the money side of playing in the ATP Cup & Adelaide, that it earned him £192k and a rise in the rankings.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/51202064

cazza99
22-01-2020, 13:41
Dan could also have caught a bit of a bug or something. Players do not always disclose this.

Hawkeye
24-01-2020, 13:09
John Millman and His Royal Fedness are into a fifth set.

Hawkeye
24-01-2020, 13:37
Into a match tie break, and the Aussie is an early mini break up...

Teresa
24-01-2020, 13:52
XXXXX - Millman’s lost:sad:

Jan
24-01-2020, 14:01
Sooo close.

karanga
24-01-2020, 16:00
Feel for Millman as really he should have beaten His Royal Fedmess :sad: :sad: :sad:

lovetennis
24-01-2020, 16:31
Such a shame Millman didn't quite get over the line. His Fedness will be weary for the next round though

RoastLamb
24-01-2020, 21:58
Meanwhile on the other channel, Milos demolished Tsitsipas.

Jane
25-01-2020, 04:17
Ken Skupski and Gonzalez have beaten Kubot and Melo, and Jamie and Neil Skupski are approaching court 3 right now. Best of luck, guys. :thumbup::thumbup:

Jane
25-01-2020, 05:51
One set all - come on Jamie and Neal

Jane
25-01-2020, 07:02
Lost in a mtb :crying: :crying: :crying:

exislander
25-01-2020, 07:38
They actually won more points overall - just not the right ones - and came back from well down in the tie-break to 9-9.

JAMES4578
25-01-2020, 11:17
So gutting for Jamie/Neal in the doubles but so tight in the end! A few good matches in the singles the past few days , though disappointed both Tsitsipas and Goffin out (David lost to Rublev mind you) . Wawrinka was not long on court as Isner retired, looked like it might be straights for Kygrios but Khachanov won breaker and now 4-5 in 4th. Russian takes another breaker and we're into 5th!

Rosalind
25-01-2020, 11:46
Come on anyone but Kyrgios! But why is Khachanov wearing his granny's blouse?

themass15
25-01-2020, 12:00
I am not normally a Krygios fan but think he has acquitted himself well during this tournament

JAMES4578
25-01-2020, 12:40
Krygios takes it in the end,final set TB had just about everything as Australian took it 10-8. Certainly drama and some exciting points, Khachanov so nearly completed amazing fightback but Nick found a way.

patlowe
25-01-2020, 12:51
That was a stunning match. No final could even come close to that! Whilst I was so sorry for Karen, I'm so pleased for Nick. Despite some of his antics which I don't condone, I've always had a soft spot for him. Somewhere underneath all the bluster is a decent soul.

patlowe
25-01-2020, 12:54
Oh, and Sascha quietly progressing under the radar. Happy for him. Hope he's turning a corner. He's had a tough time.

themass15
25-01-2020, 13:38
Oh, and Sascha quietly progressing under the radar. Happy for him. Hope he's turning a corner. He's had a tough time.
Would love to see Sascha go on and win with Tsitsipas going out early

lynne
25-01-2020, 14:57
That was a stunning match. No final could even come close to that! Whilst I was so sorry for Karen, I'm so pleased for Nick. Despite some of his antics which I don't condone, I've always had a soft spot for him. Somewhere underneath all the bluster is a decent soul.


Ditto Pat... Well said!! :thumbup:

cazza99
25-01-2020, 16:25
Yup, brilliant match and I was rooting for Kyrgios. Got him in my TFF team as I reckoned he may try a bit harder as he is raising money for the Australian fires. It was the longest match he had ever played.

Rosalind
25-01-2020, 19:52
I turned on the Kyrgios match to see him arguing with the umpire and shouting at ball kid who was standing too far away with his towel. I may have misunderstood something as I wasn't watching closely but it looked business as usual.

patlowe
25-01-2020, 20:23
I turned on the Kyrgios match to see him arguing with the umpire and shouting at ball kid who was standing too far away with his towel. I may have misunderstood something as I wasn't watching closely but it looked business as usual.

No Rosalind, Nick had cut his hand after a fall and went to get the towel himself as he didn't want the ball kid to handle a towel with his blood on it. The umpire didn't see this, so consequently issued a time violation. Nick was trying to explain this to the umpire. He was showing consideration for the ball kid.

Teresa
26-01-2020, 10:58
Fucsovic has taken the first set against Feddykins, but broken at start of second. Come on Mr F��

JAMES4578
26-01-2020, 11:37
Looks like it will be fairly easy for Federer now, took 2nd 6-1 and 4-0 in 3rd. Fucsovic really needs to get going again to have any chance of extending the match. Overnight seems it was routine for Djokovic, Raonic was a straight sets winner over Clic and Sandgren put out Fognini in 4.

cazza99
26-01-2020, 12:08
oop for Monday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13886

suttontennis
26-01-2020, 12:25
Looks like it will be fairly easy for Federer now, took 2nd 6-1 and 4-0 in 3rd. Fucsovic really needs to get going again to have any chance of extending the match. Overnight seems it was routine for Djokovic, Raonic was a straight sets winner over Clic and Sandgren put out Fognini in 4.

Federer through and play Tennis in next round. Well, he would wouldn't he.

RoastLamb
26-01-2020, 16:19
Meanwhile Milos quietly strolls on in straight sets. But I don't think he'll get past the next round. :lol:

banskogirl
26-01-2020, 18:31
Meanwhile Milos quietly strolls on in straight sets. But I don't think he'll get past the next round. :lol:

We can always hope :big grin:

Rosalind
26-01-2020, 20:09
No Rosalind, Nick had cut his hand after a fall and went to get the towel himself as he didn't want the ball kid to handle a towel with his blood on it. The umpire didn't see this, so consequently issued a time violation. Nick was trying to explain this to the umpire. He was showing consideration for the ball kid.

Thanks for clarifying. I'll let him off this time :thumbup:

patlowe
27-01-2020, 11:46
This match between Nick and Rafa is so compelling. I think Nick is trying to do it for Kobe now as well.

patlowe
27-01-2020, 12:07
Well done Nick! :clap::clap: Ok, he didn't win the match, but he sure as hell won many more fans. I think he has put in a good showing this AO, not only in his tennis, but in the caring compartment too. I hope going forward he will follow this up. And to Rafa...amazing play. Well done to him too. :clap::clap: Tennis won today too.

JAMES4578
27-01-2020, 13:16
Certainly another great match , thought it was similar to their Wimbledon encounter. Nick competed very well, thought chance slipped away at end of 3rd set TB but came close again in 4th. Nadal though seem to find another level when it mattered and put the pressure on. Hope though Kygrios can apply himself more often, did though was fairly disciplined in Australia and of course to his credit that he is raising money along with others for the bushfires.

Good win for Wawrinka coming back from 2 sets to 1 down to get the better of Medvedev 6-2 in 5th, pleased to see Thiem making progress and did not have too much trouble with Monfils (though hoped for a bit more from the French star)

cazza99
27-01-2020, 16:04
Just wish Kyrgios could play like this and have the atttitude he has had at the AO all the time. Yesterday commies were saying his match against Khachinov was the match of the tournament so far.

lynne
27-01-2020, 18:21
Can anyone tell me who the guy is wearing glasses & cap in Nick's box is? .... It's driving me crazy lol!

cazza99
27-01-2020, 20:28
Dunno - hope you don't get too crazy :getcoat:

cazza99
27-01-2020, 20:29
There is a summary program of the Australian Open on BBC2 from 3.15 to 4.15 every weekday this week.

lynne
27-01-2020, 20:46
Dunno - hope you don't get too crazy :getcoat:


:laugh::laugh: ..... :excited:

cazza99
27-01-2020, 21:25
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/51269033


Nadal had warm words for Kyrgios after their match at Melbourne Park, encouraging his younger rival to keep playing with the same "very positive attitude".
The world number one added Kyrgios has the talent to be "one of the best in the world".

In response to Nadal's advice, Kyrgios said: "I appreciate it. But I already know that. I've known that for the last four years.
"But the trouble for me is being able to actually just produce the same attitude over and over again. Hopefully I can keep doing it."

Kyrgios says the emotion he felt at the death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant motivated his fightback against Nadal in their thrilling last-16 match on Rod Laver Arena.

RoastLamb
27-01-2020, 22:47
I'm glad NK showed more respect towards Rafa this time. Better late than never.

Hawkeye
28-01-2020, 06:45
Roger has saved a few match points late in the fourth set against Sandgren, and he has repeatedly lost his famous cool...

suttontennis
28-01-2020, 07:59
Roger has saved a few match points late in the fourth set against Sandgren, and he has repeatedly lost his famous cool...

Just a few match points ? SEVEN. And he's not 100%. And was 2 sets to one down. Not a bad effort for a 38yr old.

Stell
28-01-2020, 11:31
I heard Russell Fuller, earlier on radio five live, that Roger Federer had saved seven match points and it had gone to a deciding set even though Roger was suffering from a bad back. When I looked at the BBC's website, Roger had won the match.

themass15
28-01-2020, 12:25
RF got very lucky today. I wonder if he will even take to the court against Djokovic on Thursday, who, unfortunately, looks invincible.

JAMES4578
28-01-2020, 12:53
Well Federer was ailing and sandgren tightened, still for Roger was not going to down without a fight and did have the stength to come through. Djokovic only real trouble though was with his contact lenses,even if 3rd a bit tighter with Raonic, can only see that going one way if Federer does take to the court.

cazza99
28-01-2020, 19:50
oop for Wednesday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13896

Hawkeye
29-01-2020, 11:03
Rafa two sets down to Thiem after losing two tie breaks.

Hawkeye
29-01-2020, 11:46
3 hours in and we are into a 4th set.

clancy
29-01-2020, 11:49
Still hoping Thiem can take this!

cazza99
29-01-2020, 12:16
I am wanting Rafa to win. Not too likely now.

cazza99
29-01-2020, 12:16
oop for Thursday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13901

Hawkeye
29-01-2020, 12:30
Thiem serving for the match.

Hawkeye
29-01-2020, 12:33
Rafa breaks!

Jane
29-01-2020, 12:35
5 - 5. I would prefer Rafa to win, as Theim has plenty more opportunities ahead of him. Whoever wins, I would love him to win the final on Sunday.

Hawkeye
29-01-2020, 12:38
Rafa holds for 6-5*. Not sure he'll want another tie break...

clancy
29-01-2020, 12:43
Well he's got one - but can he win one today?

clancy
29-01-2020, 13:06
No he can't! - Well done Thiem!!

themass15
29-01-2020, 13:19
Really looking forward to seeing Dominic v Sascha in the semi on Friday.

JAMES4578
29-01-2020, 13:25
Enjoyable match and certainly good win for Thiem, well done! Looks like he was faltering somwhat towards the end with Nadal fightiing but was strong enough in the end. First time he has beaten Rafa in a slam and should be a confidence boost. Dom's semi with Sacha should be interesting, though has to guard against a let down. A quick start by all accounts from wawrinka but Zverev came back well.

RoastLamb
29-01-2020, 18:13
REALLY hoping that one of these guys can beat Djokovic or Federer in the final. PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Zverev would donate his entire purse so I'm rooting for him the most but I like Thiem the most. AAHHHHHHHHHH!

Sallydaisy
30-01-2020, 08:36
Well done Joe and Rajeev!!!
:GBflag:

They're into their FIRST Mens Doubles Grand Slam Final (to play Aussie wild cards Max Purcell & Luke Saville) after beating Bublik/Kukushkin 46 63 64 in the Semis.

Stell
30-01-2020, 08:51
I heard on radio five live about Joe Salisbury making his first ever Grand Slam final with his doubles partner. When I saw Joe play in Loughborough, a couple of years ago, I hoped he would go onto winning something big as he looked to be a very good doubles player and I'm so pleased for him and Rajeev Ram.

Hawkeye
30-01-2020, 09:11
Also not a final anyone would have predicted!

themass15
30-01-2020, 09:35
Great to see Joe Salisbury in the final. I remember seeing him in Loughborough too in May 2018

Hawkeye
30-01-2020, 10:09
Nole takes the first set on the tie break after being an early break down.

Hawkeye
30-01-2020, 10:31
Nole breaks in game 10 to take set 2.

Guess a third consecutive five setter is looking unlikely!

JAMES4578
30-01-2020, 10:37
Certainly great for Joe and Rajeev- well done!

Did not think Fed would have much chance once he was pegged back in first, looks like Djokovic will not much trouble now in reaching another final.

Hawkeye
30-01-2020, 10:58
Indeed, Nole on the brink at 5-2*.

Teresa
30-01-2020, 12:02
Can’t stand Federer or Djokovic, but the idea of Federer getting yet another Slam revolted me. The sight of his smug face would have ruined my day. So Djokovic winning was my preferred option.

clancy
30-01-2020, 14:28
You and I are always in agreement where Federer is concerned,Teresa!!

RoastLamb
30-01-2020, 21:15
The only time I cheer for Djokovic is when he's playing against Federer. But come Sunday I'll be cheering for Thiem or Zverev.

pabbers
30-01-2020, 22:26
Thiem for me..... all the way.

Big Al
31-01-2020, 00:23
Thiem in four

lynne
31-01-2020, 09:12
Thiem for me also!!!

Hawkeye
31-01-2020, 10:08
Thiem levels it up at 1 set all.

JAMES4578
31-01-2020, 11:05
certainly some enjoyable tennis but has been a bit of a stuggle for consistency. would prefer Thiem to take this, had break for 3-1 but Zverev has fought back and now leads 5-4 in 3rd.

clancy
31-01-2020, 11:31
Thiem takes the 3rd on a tiebreak.

JAMES4578
31-01-2020, 11:34
Dom got tight at times and Sacha took advantage but the Austrian stepped up in breaker taking it 7-3, still may not be over yet!

clancy
31-01-2020, 12:20
Another tiebreak.

JAMES4578
31-01-2020, 12:31
Thiem into final as he takes 4th breaker 7-4, (perhaps a bit fortunate when had advantage on replayed point), however was the stronger in the end. We seen a lot of quality in the 4th set, sacha played his part but I think better player to face Djokovic. 2 saved set points in 3rd may have been key.

clancy
31-01-2020, 12:35
Glad Thiem got through;not sure if he will be able to defeat Djokovic.

themass15
31-01-2020, 12:37
Win/Win for me whoever won. Let us hope Dominic has something in the tank for Sunday. Would love to see him win!!!!

cazza99
31-01-2020, 22:08
oop for Saturday - https://ausopen.com/schedule#!13911

Rosalind
31-01-2020, 22:52
Sort of wanted Sasha but Dominic is fine. Would be fab if he could beat Novak but don't think it will happen. My money's always on the champ in these situations.

Sallydaisy
02-02-2020, 09:11
Thiem on the scoreboard at last, 1-3, but he's got a hard mountain to climb today against Djokovic.

Arrived in Vienna last night so having a lazy Sunday morning, sat in bed watching the AO Final live on Austrian TV.
:no worries:

lynne
02-02-2020, 09:18
Thiem on the scoreboard at last, 1-3, but he's got a hard mountain to climb today against Djokovic.

Arrived in Vienna last night so having a lazy Sunday morning, sat in bed watching the AO Final live on Austrian TV.
:no worries:


ENJOY SALLY!!! :thumbup::thumbup:

Jane
02-02-2020, 09:28
4 - 4 Go Thiem :thumbup: :thumbup:

themass15
02-02-2020, 09:45
I fear Dominic will not have enough energy left but just won a great rally!

exislander
02-02-2020, 10:26
Did Djokovic just lose a first serve for taking too long twice to serve? I am watching Eurosport in German though I am in Spain.

Jane
02-02-2020, 10:28
One set all :dance:

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 10:30
Domi levels it up, 1 set all :swingin:. Djoko looking irritated

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 10:30
Did Djokovic just lose a first serve for taking too long twice to serve? I am watching Eurosport in German though I am in Spain.

Yes. He had the warning only a point or two before

Teresa
02-02-2020, 10:48
What the heck has happened to Djokovic- and more importantly why couldn’t it have happened when AM was playing him in a final:-(

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 10:51
Wow Thiem is 3-0 up in the 3rd. Keep it up Domi
Djoko's serve has gone walkabout but what's going on with him mentally?

Jane
02-02-2020, 11:14
Third set to Thiem….6 - 2 :cheer:

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 11:15
Domi leads 2 sets to 1 :jitterbug:. Is Djoko going to revive ?

Sallydaisy
02-02-2020, 11:16
Domi leads 2 sets to 1 :jitterbug:. Is Djoko going to revive ?
I hope not...

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 11:19
I hope not...

:lol:

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 11:51
Come on Domi, don't let him back in

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 11:55
Arghhhh, Djoko breaks to serve for the 4th

Sallydaisy
02-02-2020, 11:58
Going 5. Now it's Grand Slam mentality. Thiem must find his.

clancy
02-02-2020, 11:59
Game back on.

lovetennis
02-02-2020, 12:10
:facepalm::facepalm:

clancy
02-02-2020, 12:17
I honestly don't mind who wins today. One of the young bucks will definitely win a GS - possibly this year - and possibly Thiem whom I have always rated. Really fancy his chances at the French this year.

Teresa
02-02-2020, 12:53
I hate Djokovic, but I really want him to beat Federer’s slam total to get rid of this Federer is the most goaty, goat of all time nonsense.

jackie55
02-02-2020, 12:59
Shame Dominic couldn't get the win, really wanted him to do it

Jan
02-02-2020, 13:34
Argh is all I can say!

themass15
02-02-2020, 15:00
Shame Dominic couldn't get the win, really wanted him to do it

So did I!!!!

JAMES4578
02-02-2020, 16:39
Enjoyable contest , some fabulous points - thought was not the outcome I really wanted. Was not watching live so did not have internet on earlier. Thought Thiem had real chance with Djokovic floundering but knew the Serb might still find a way. Obviously Nole found another level but thought Dominic could not quite sustain his performance and wavered on some of the key moments. of course possibly crucial moments were failing to break early in 4th and missing the break points in the 5th. Thought it was combination of mental and physical pressure (had spent 6 hours more on court and did slow a bit , also going for too risky shots at times)
Thiem obviously improved and has shot of slam but needs to step up further (Djokovic and Nadal particularly still likely to be strong in slams) . Obviously younger guns will win at some point (though Thiem 27 in April) but they must take it to the top stars (even if this has been such a strong era in men's tennis)

HoopGirl
02-02-2020, 17:30
I remember all those Sunday mornings spent watching Andy battle it out in Oz!
All that anticipation! Will he do it this time..
Dreamt about him last night. Hope he is okay.

RoastLamb
03-02-2020, 03:31
Ugh so disappointed for Thiem. But he is getting closer and closer. I reckon he could win the French!!!

banskogirl
03-02-2020, 22:24
Eugh I switched the tv off as soon as Nole won, I couldn't cope with him any more! I really wanted Dom..........but I really want Andy back!!!!!!!

:crying:

Guerkins2
04-02-2020, 21:43
I remember all those Sunday mornings spent watching Andy battle it out in Oz!
All that anticipation! Will he do it this time..
Dreamt about him last night. Hope he is okay.

That’s exactly what I was thinking as I was watching on Sunday. Even though disappointing results, such good matches to watch!