View Full Version : Battle of the Brits Union Jacks vs British Bulldogs
A very good start from Jodie Burrage against Jo Konta as Jodie wins the first set 6 - 4.
Judy Murray is all smiles as Burrage beats Konta 6 - 4, 6 - 3.
JAMES4578
27-07-2020, 12:43
Was not a great performance from Konta but certainly Jo Burrage played very well, well done!
Aidan McHugh beats Ryan Peniston 6 - 4, 3 - 6, 10 - 7.
Evans wins the first set 6 - 4 against Norrie.
Glasspool and Broady win the first set 6 - 4 against Inglot and Silva.
Norrie wins the second set 6 - 3 against Evans.
Good heavens what a finish from Norrie! :thumbup: Excellent match! We sure have been missing matches like that!!:thumbup:
Norrie wins the match 4 - 6, 6 - 3, 10 - 7.
JAMES4578
27-07-2020, 14:33
Great fightback from Cameron and what a winner to clinch it. Currently 2-1 to the British Bulldogs.
Glasspool and Broady win 6 - 4, 6 - 2 against Inglot and Silva.
Kyle Edmund wins the first set 7 - 5 against Anton Matusevic.
Heather Watson wins the first set 7 - 5 against Beth Grey.
Kyle Edmund beats Anton Matusevic 7 - 5, 6 - 3.
Heather Watson beats Beth Grey 7 - 5, 6 - 4.
JAMES4578
27-07-2020, 16:45
Tight for Edumund in first but was basically in control afterwards, a bit of a battle in Heather's match too.
A smiling Emma Raducanu sits down after winning the first set 6 - 4 against Katie Boulter.
Inglot and Gray win the first set 6 - 4 against Evans and Glasspool.
Emma Raducanu beats Katie Boulter 6 - 4, 6 - 3.
Inglot and Gray win the match 7 - 6 against Evans and Glasspool.
JAMES4578
27-07-2020, 18:15
Impressive from Raducanu, felt like Katie Boulter was on the backfoot a fair bit.
Sailsbury and Dart win the first set 7 - 5 against Murray and Watson.
Andy Murray celebrates with the others as Murray and Watson win the second set 6 - 3.
This is :sofa: tennis!! Great match, shame for Jamie & Heather :sad:
Salisbury and Dart win an exciting tie break 10 - 8 and the match.
JAMES4578
27-07-2020, 19:54
Can not quite believe Jamie/Heather lost mtb 10-8, after leading 8-3. Such a disappointment, though well done Joe and Harriet! British Bulldogs now up 9-4.
patmoren
27-07-2020, 19:54
That was a great day of tennis. The young Brits are doing so well. really good experience for them.
Order of Play for tomorrow .... https://www.lta.org.uk/major-tennis-events/british-major-events/battle-of-the-brits/event-guide/schedule--order-of-play/
Jan Choinski is first up on centre court!
Andy last on court in the mixed dubs!:thumbup:
Rosalind
27-07-2020, 20:54
Anyone else thinking bbc red button absolutely awful? About as up to date as ceefax. Finished work, log on, it doesn't work. Worked ok earlier. :sad:
The bits I managed to see were very enjoyable!
exislander
27-07-2020, 21:18
Confined to the house today I watched a lot of the matches on BBC Sport website using iPad and laptop to see very enjoyable action on both courts with some unexpected results.
The Red Button will also be showing today's matches. I'm really forward to them, especially the first one and the last one.
The Red Button will also be showing today's matches. I'm really forward to them, especially the first one and the last one.
Thought you might Stell! :wave:
After an early break by Choinski, Norrie comes back and wins the first set 6 - 4.
Norrie wins the match 6 - 3.
Liam Broady beats Anton Matusevich 6 - 1, 2 - 6, 12 - 10.
Katie Boulter wins the first set 6 - 2 against Jo Konta.
Dan Evans encourages Alicia Barnett as she wins the first set 7 - 5 against Maia Lumsden.
suttontennis
28-07-2020, 13:29
Watching the Konta v Boulter match, what struck me was that Jo would really benefit from working with Leon. I know its not a full on eventv, but she seems to respond to his calm and supportive approach. Something that maybe some of her more recent coaches have lacked.
Jo Konta wins the second set 7 - 6 (7 - 5).
As Konta runs away in the third set tie break, Lumsden wins the second set 6 - 4.
Konta wins the match 10 - 6.
Lumsden wins the match 10 - 7.
JAMES4578
28-07-2020, 14:56
At one point Johanna was looking completely out of sorts, did well to turn it around and get win over Katie. Good wins for Norrie and Lumsden,however not great for Union Jacks at all right now.
Dart and Grey win the first set 6 - 2 against Broady and Watson.
RoastLamb
28-07-2020, 15:23
Watching a really good livestream on facebook from LTA. So happy!!!
Murray and Nicholls win the first set 7 - 6 (7 - 4) against Gray and Silva.
Harriet Dart gets a birthday present as she and Grey beat Broady and Watson 6 - 4.
The Union Jacks finally win another match as Murray and Nicholls win 6 - 4.
JAMES4578
28-07-2020, 16:31
Good to see Jamie win with Olivia (though had to come from behind in 1st) but just another point on the Board for the Jacks. 3 points up for grabs in the Evans/Edmund match, come on Dan!
Evans wins the first set 6 - 4.
Dan Evans celebrates as he wins 6 - 4.
Rosalind
28-07-2020, 17:37
Lovely atmosphere there. So many from British tennis present. Like a party for them. Really enjoyable to watch (and my red button now behaving itself)
suttontennis
28-07-2020, 17:41
Lovely atmosphere there. So many from British tennis present. Like a party for them. Really enjoyable to watch (and my red button now behaving itself)
Slightly tense atmosphere between Kyle and Dan at the end. I know who I'd pick in a fight between them !
JAMES4578
28-07-2020, 17:54
Important win for Dan, well done- certainly a bit of needle mind you! Personally was watching on iplayer, find the picture quality better.
Fantastic start for Andy and Jodie as they lead 3 - 0 in the first set.
Andy and Jodie win the first set 6 - 4.
Andy's serve gets broken as Salisbury and Raducanu win the second set 6 - 4.
Salisbury and Raducanu win the match 10 - 8.
Oh well, but got to say it was great to see Andy play ... another enjoyable days tennis!!:thumbup: ...Well Done Andy!!:thumbup:
JAMES4578
28-07-2020, 19:55
A bit gutting in the end but some great play from Andy and also impressive from Jodie at times, Salisbury/Raducanu though got stronger.
HoopGirl
28-07-2020, 21:49
Jamie’s regular partner isn’t there. Anyone know why?
exislander
28-07-2020, 23:03
Jamie’s regular partner isn’t there. Anyone know why?
Because he is playing World Team Tennis somewhere in USA?
Jamie’s regular partner isn’t there. Anyone know why?
Neal is playing at The World Team Tennis (WTT) tournament from what I have read!
Order of Play for tomorrow! ...
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After a break of serve, Heather Watson breaks back against Eden Silva to make it 2 - 3.
Silva breaks Watson's serve to make it 2 - 4.
A good start by Beth Grey as she wins the first set 6 - 3 against Naomi Broady.
HoopGirl
29-07-2020, 11:05
Neal is playing at The World Team Tennis (WTT) tournament from what I have read!
So what is that? I thought they’d be together as much as possible
Is anyone else a bit worried AM can’t manage singles at the moment. It doesn’t bode well for the US Open. Mind you I think there is as much chance of that actually going ahead, as there is of me playing.
Eden Silva wins the first set 6 - 3.
A good win for Beth Grey who wins the match 6 - 2.
Watson wins the second set 6 - 1.
Heather Watson is all smiles as she wins the match 10 - 6
Choinski breaks Broady's serve in the first set to make it 3 - 2.
"Very comfortable" shouts Andy Murray as Choinski wins the first set 6 - 3.
So what is that? I thought they’d be together as much as possible
I'm presuming that it's just like what we are watching now, here is a link to the website ... https://wtt.com/teams/ and I would presume Jamie knew about this in advance & couldn't include Neal in Battle of the Brits Team Tennis, just my train of thought!:wave:
Is anyone else a bit worried AM can’t manage singles at the moment. It doesn’t bode well for the US Open. Mind you I think there is as much chance of that actually going ahead, as there is of me playing.
No I’m not worried as he said he would only play doubles this weak as a precaution to avoid injury before playing in New York.
exislander
29-07-2020, 12:38
Yes, I think Neal was probably long-term committed, his brother is there too and it may be more lucrative as there seem to be some big names involved.
I see James Ward and Jonny O'Mara are also there which would explain their absence from London too.
Yes, I think Neal was probably long-term committed, his brother is there too and it may be more lucrative as there seem to be some big names involved.
I see James Ward and Jonny O'Mara are also there which would explain their absence from London too.
Yes I noticed that!:thumbup:
A very good win for Jan Choinski as he wins the match 6 - 4.
Cameron Norrie won the first set 7 - 6, but Evans is angry with himself in the second set as Norrie comes back from a double break down to make it 5 - 5.
RoastLamb
29-07-2020, 14:14
I'm really impressed with Joe Salisbury. I saw him play in Montreal last year and he's just going from strength to strength. AND, he has GREAT legs too!!! Bonus!
Dan Evans is very disappointed as Norrie wins the match 7 - 6 (8 - 6).
Must admit I did think Dan would get the win!
Glasspool and Broady win the first set 6 - 1 against Inglot and Lumsden.
JAMES4578
29-07-2020, 14:55
Cameron scoring 2nd win over Dan this week and impressing, however Dan not in best form and really should have won 2nd havig lead 5-1! Heather came from behind to win breaker over Silva but Bulldogs way ahead again 22-11!
Judy Murray's happy as Glasspool and Broady win the match 6 - 4.
Murray and Boulter win the first set 6 - 3, but Norrie and Grey win the second set 6 - 4.
With Liam Broady being very vocal, Norrie and Grey win the match 10 - 8.
JAMES4578
29-07-2020, 16:20
Union Jacks yet to win a Doubles match breaker and bit of a blow for Jamie (as well as Katie), thought Jamie had that point at 8-6! Still some inspiration from Norrie/Grey, British Bulldogs up 24-12.
exislander
29-07-2020, 16:22
Union Jacks yet to win a match breaker and bit of a blow for Jamie (as well as Katie), thought Jamie had that point at 8-6! Still some inspiration from Norrie/Grey, British Bulldogs up 24-12.
Heather did win her breaker to beat Eden Silva today.
Raducanu wins the first set 7 - 5 against Burrage.
I think Judy has been giving her team too much cake!!! :big grin:
Raducanu wins the match 6 - 3.
Good match Raducanu/Burrage .. nice to know we have some good upcoming female tennis players!!
RoastLamb
29-07-2020, 17:44
Blimey Joe S. has come to play! He is creaming his opponents.
Edmund and Salisbury win the first set 6 - 3.
Edmund and Salisbury win the match 6 - 4.
RoastLamb
29-07-2020, 18:44
Incredible tennis!!! Joe and Kyle never let up and played some astounding points. Well done! Lovely to watch.
JAMES4578
29-07-2020, 19:17
Salisbury and Edmund certainly strong but Jamie/Dan could not really get going and find openings. Joe having a great week! A bit frustrating that The Tournament Director has only won 1 match out of 4 and that the contest in point terms is a bit one sided at the moment, though obviously there have been tight matches.
Right, Judy - less cake and more steak for the team!!!!!!:)
OOP for Thursday, 30th July 2020......
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After Burrage breaks Dart's serve in the first set, Dart comes back and wins the first set 5 - 7.
Burrage levels the match by winning the second set 6 - 4, as Dan Evans celebrates with his hooter.
Lumsden beat Broady 6 - 3, 7 - 5.
With Dan Evans being very vocal, Burrage wins the match 10 - 6.
Choinski wins the first set against Broady 6 - 2.
suttontennis
30-07-2020, 13:13
It took me a couple of days to realise that the voices you hear calling the lines are auto generated by Hawkeye !
suttontennis
30-07-2020, 13:29
Nothing to do with me!
Sorry should have qualified my posting !
I'm trying to think of who or what Dan Evans reminds me of with his behaviour. I just find him SOOO annoying. Like a kid on the last day of term, doing what he likes because the teachers can't say anything and his fellows pupils just roll their eyes and are thankful he'll be somewhere else next week.
As Evans continues with his vocal support, Watson wins the first set 6 - 2 against Raducanu.
Another victory for the Union Jacks, as Choinski beats Broady 6 - 3 in the second set.
The Union Jacks close the gap further as Watson wins the match 6 - 4.
Matusevich wins the first set 6 - 3 against McHugh.
Andy and Lloyd win the first set 6 - 4.
McHugh wins the second set 6 - 1.
Another victory for the Union Jacks, as Matusevich wins the match 10 - 6 against McHugh.
Andy and Lloyd win the match 6 - 4, which brings the Union Jacks to within 10 points of the British Bulldogs.
Well done Andy & Lloyd! ....Great match!!! and Great to see!!! :thumbup::thumbup:
Nicholls and Barnett win the first set 6 - 4.
suttontennis
30-07-2020, 16:29
Sorry should have qualified my posting !
I'm trying to think of who or what Dan Evans reminds me of with his behaviour. I just find him SOOO annoying. Like a kid on the last day of term, doing what he likes because the teachers can't say anything and his fellows pupils just roll their eyes and are thankful he'll be somewhere else next week.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-8573239/amp/Dan-Evans-Kyle-Edmund-bury-feud-dinner-aggressive-racket-touch.html
A very good start for Peniston as he wins the first set 7 - 6 (7 - 2).
JAMES4578
30-07-2020, 17:17
A good day for The Jacks thus far! Andy and LLoyd strong (thankfully broke after failing to serve it out), was pretty straightforward for Heather and Jan, Nicholls and Barnett have also won. Currently 22-30 having started day at 12-29. Peniston up a set but need to see if he can keep it going (just 1 point for this one)
Kyle Edmund wins the second set 7 - 5.
Kyle Edmund wins the match 10 - 6. I think Ryan Peniston played way above his ranking and gave Kyle a very good match.
RoastLamb
30-07-2020, 18:22
Enjoyed Andy's doubles match. Glad they got the W! Hoping Jamie has similar luck next.
Murray and Watson win the first set 6 - 4.
Murray and Watson win the match 6 - 4, which brings the Union Jacks withing 6 points of the British Bulldogs.
Another good match well done Jamie & Heather:thumbup: Good day's tennis regardless of noisy Dan ;), he didn't put them off!!:wave:
Very entertaining matches today!
OOP for Friday 31st July 2020 ...
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JAMES4578
31-07-2020, 09:14
It was great performance from Jamie/Heather and Union Jacks cut the deficit by 11 points throughout the day! All went to plan after recovering early break, Salisbury may have had issue with back in 2nd but do not think it was too serious (see he is not playing today but Jamie on twice)
Naomi Broady wins the first set 6 - 2.
Jodie Burrage wins the first set 7 - 5.
A good start for the Union Jacks, as Jodie Burrage wins the match 6 - 0.
The comeback continues for the Union Jacks as Naomi Broady wins the match 6 - 2, 4 - 6, 10 - 6.
JAMES4578
31-07-2020, 12:11
Good for Jodie and Naomi! :cheer::cheer:
Andy Murray has now taken over the hooter from Dan Evans. Very annoying!!!
Andy Murray has now taken over the hooter from Dan Evans. Very annoying!!!
:laugh:
Murray and Glasspool win the first set 7 - 6 (7 - 5).
Norrie wins the first set 7 - 5.
The Union Jacks close the gap to one point as Murray and Glasspool win the match 6 - 2.
RoastLamb
31-07-2020, 13:38
Woo hoo Jamie!!!
JAMES4578
31-07-2020, 13:54
Great for Jamie and Lloyd, turned it on after winning a close 1st set, Heather break up at 3-1- come on!
Peniston wins the second set 6 - 3.
How did Norrie win that one?!!! 10 - 8.
Watsons wins 6 - 1, 6 - 0.
Broady and Dart win the first set 6 - 4.
Broady and Dart win the match 6 - 4.
Kyle Edmund wins the first set 6 - 3.
Kyle Edmund wins the match 6 - 4.
JAMES4578
31-07-2020, 17:10
Disappointing last few hours, certainly Kyle had a strong performance but Dan below par- probably a bit tired though. Now really need Jamie/Olivia to beat Cameron/Johanna for the 3 points to reduce the gap.
I couldn't find the matches on TV earlier today. I eventually managed to get it about 4.30 ..... did anyone else have a problem?
I couldn't find the matches on TV earlier today. I eventually managed to get it about 4.30 ..... did anyone else have a problem?
Yes Alis I was the same, the red button ( Sky 981) was showing snooker after one tennis match,then after snooker the tennis was back on, so I watched the matches on my laptop!!
The Red Button started showing it about 2pm and stopped to show a repeat of Live at Eden: Madness again!!
Konta and Norrie win the first set 6 - 4.
Norrie and Konta win the match 7 - 5.
JAMES4578
31-07-2020, 19:01
A bit frustrating that Murray/Nicholls could not build on the 4-2 lead in 2nd, however Norrie/Konta played well and were stronger on returns. Did not think Jamie's serve was functioning as effectively and Olivia made a few unfortunate errors. so lost ground on the day,British Bulldogs up 41-32.
Btw if you have a smart Tv or firestick you can watch the tennis on your TV via iplayer or the BBC Sports app (they were showing all the matches) rather than using the Red Button channel.
BBC red button 981 on Sky are showing Snooker all day tomorrow! I know you can watch on Facebook or the LTA website!
OOP for Saturday 1st August, 2020!!! ...
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WimbledonWestie
31-07-2020, 23:55
I need to read through this thread but loving this event and so glad its on in school holidays so an enjoyable chill out way to spend this week. Jamie deffo has a future in tournament organising!
WimbledonWestie
31-07-2020, 23:59
I think Judy has been giving her team too much cake!!! :big grin:
This made me laugh - if I was on her team I'd deffo be guilty of guzzling
I've been watching on You Tube on my TV. It's worked very well.
I think the Red Button won't be showing any matches today. But, I believe it will be showing it tomorrow from 4.30pm (16.30pm).
I'm watching it on tv ... BBC iplayer on Freeplay, which I've just learnt is built in to the TV ... learn something everyday!
Boulter wins the first set 6 - 1.
Choinski wins the first set 6 - 4.
Boulter wins the match 6 - 1.
Happy birthday to Katie Boulter for today.
Gray wins the second set 6 - 4.
Choinski wins the match 10 - 4
Kyle Edmund wins the first set 6 - 2.
Kyle Edmund wins the match 6 - 1.
JAMES4578
01-08-2020, 13:33
Well done Katie and Jan! Was expecting it to be pretty comfortable for Edmund over Matusevich really. 3 pointer coming up now and hope Dan is in better form today as Cameron has been a challenge for him this week.
Cameron Norrie retires injured during his match against Evans.
The Union Jacks celebrate as Burrage wins the match 6 - 2, 2 - 6, 10 - 7.
JAMES4578
01-08-2020, 14:27
pity Cameron was injured with this being one of the big matches,well done Jodie!
Dart and Grey win their match 6 - 2, 6 - 2.
Salisbury and Edmund win the first set 6 - 4.
Murray and Glasspool level the match by winning the second set 6 - 3.
C'mon Andy ...... just one good serve!
Wahey!!! :GBflag::GBflag::GBflag:
RoastLamb
01-08-2020, 17:10
What a fab match!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :knight:
Andy and Lloyd win the match 10 - 4. Katie Boulter then gets presented with a birthday cake, which had been made by Jodie Burrage's mum.
Brilliant match ... Well Played Andy & Lloyd!!! :GBflag:.... It's great to see Andy back on court!!!:thumbup:
JAMES4578
01-08-2020, 17:36
Quality Doubles and Andy/LLoyd really shone in crucial stages of 2nd and the match breaker, well done! :cheer::cheer: Now hopefully Jame/Heather can pull level in the mixed, come on!
Murray and Watson win the first set 6 - 3.
This is turning into a match .... c'mon the Jacks!!
JAMES4578
01-08-2020, 18:25
Not doing so well in 2nd -down a break at 2-5, come on!
Harriet and Liam are really playing well now.
Broady and Dart win the second set 6 - 3.
JAMES4578
01-08-2020, 18:33
Jamie and Heather will need to step up in match breaker, let's go!
The Union Jacks are all smiles as Murray and Watson win the match 17 - 15.
Phew! ... Another brilliant dubs match ... Well Done Heather & Jamie!!!!:GBflag: ...45-45
JAMES4578
01-08-2020, 19:08
Exciting breaker but tense at times, Jamie/Heather done well to get the win :cheer::cheer: but could have finished it earlier! Liam/Harriet though played some great tennis too so credit to them. 45 each going into final day!
A great match to finish the day .... well done the Jacks!! :GBflag: It couldn't be better poised going into the last day!
Scores tied going into the last day, eh? Who'd have thought it?
RoastLamb
01-08-2020, 19:21
That was a cracker of a match!!! So happy Jamie and Heather won. The dubs matches have all been very entertaining indeed.
patmoren
01-08-2020, 19:29
That was some final match today. Looked as though it was going to be a walkover. Then Harriet got her confidence back in the second set, fired up Liam and they were away. Great that Jamie/Heather won now its 45 each going into the final day. Should be a cracker. I do like this format and I hope they can do it again sometime.
OOP for Sunday 2nd of August 2020 .... https://www.lta.org.uk/major-tennis-events/british-major-events/battle-of-the-brits/event-guide/schedule--order-of-play/
A good start for the British Bulldogs as Maia Lumsden wins the first set 6 - 3.
The Union Jacks also get off to a good start as Matusevich wins the first set 6 - 3.
Lumsden wins the match 6 - 3.
Matusevich brings the Union Jacks back to within one point as he wins 6 - 2.
Rusedski tries to encourage Broady, as Raducanu wins the first set 6 - 3.
Liam Broady wins the first set 7 - 6 (7 - 1).
The British Bulldogs reach 50 points as Raducanu wins the match 6 - 3.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 12:17
Raducanu wins in straights so 3 point gap, Peniston up 4-1 in 2nd- could do with the points here! Ryan takes 2nd 6-3 and so into match breaker, come on!
Peniston wins the second set 6 - 3.
Broady wins an exciting tie break 12 - 10.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 12:57
Pity as Broady takes exciting match breaker 12-10 and another narrow defeat for Petison - still showed us some fine play. Bulldogs now up 52-47, though Dan and Heather likely strong favourites to win their matches (likewise for Edmund on other side though).
Kyle Edmund wins the first set 6 - 2.
The British Bulldogs reach 55 points as Kyle Edmund wins the match 6 - 1.
Watson wins the first set 6 - 0.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 13:42
As expected Kyle comes through comfortably though thought Jan might have won more games, Heather cruising right now.
Watson brings the Union Jacks closer, points wise, as she wins the match 6 - 2.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 14:26
Very comfortable for Heather, though Beth Grey got a bit more for effort in the 2nd. Dan now up against Aidan McHugh for 3 points, Jodie Burrage 2 all with Harriet Dart-just exchanged breaks in another 3 pointer.
Dart wins the first set 6 - 4.
Dan Evans has a go at someone as he wins the first set 7 - 5.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 15:43
Evo finally wins first 7-5, Aidan McHugh was pretty impressive though and made it tough - come on! Now 3-0 in Dan in 2nd (2 breaks) whilst Jodie Burrage failed to serve 2nd out and now down 5-6, hopefully can get to breaker and level but may be tough.
The British Bulldogs are now two points away from getting 60 points, as Dart wins the match 7 - 6 (7 - 5).
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 16:21
Disappointment there and Jodie was also 5-4 in breaker with her two serves. Had that gone other way could have been 55-55 with a likely Evans win, Dan lost one of the breaks and now 4-2. Union Jacks will need to win both mixed whilst British Bulldogs only need 1 more win.
Dan Evans wins the match 6 - 2.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 16:31
Well done Dan , certainly a test:cheer::cheer: but found a higher level in the 2nd whilst McHugh could not quite sustain his play. Now down to Andy/Naomi to stay in this-come on!
Andy and Naomi give the Union Jacks hope as they win the first set 6 - 3.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 17:05
A bit of a slow start but there after Andy/Naomi combining well and the stronger team as they take first 6-3, keep it going! Andy served for match but broken and 5 all- come on!
Andy and Naomi win the match 7 - 6 (7 - 5). It seems fittingly that it should come down to the last match.
RoastLamb
02-08-2020, 18:00
Wowee! NAILBITER!!!!!!!!!!!! Comes down to the last dubs match. WOOT!
RoastLamb
02-08-2020, 18:00
As well as convenient!
Mr Cynical. :lol:
Convenient or not, it's a great end to a great tournament. I really hope it's not a one off!
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 18:08
Well done Andy/Naomi :clap::clap: , got tight at end of 2nd and breaker and somewhat fortunate volley from Naomi but got the job done! some tension from Andy in closing stages but also some great stuff! Overall the better team anyway. Now let's hope Jamie/Heather can seal the win but feeling it will be a tough one.
You couldn’t write a more perfect weekend of tennis, ending in a deciding final! It’s been absolutely fantastic and I will be bereft when it is all over. Reminds me when the Olympics 2012 ended.
RoastLamb
02-08-2020, 18:16
I so love mixed dubs. What a treat!
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 18:22
Certainly have enjoyed the event, however not on par with the Olympics for me!
Salisbury and Dart win the first set 6 - 4.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 18:55
Fairly closely contested 1st set but Salisbury/Dart took their chances and appear a bit stronger than Jamie/Heather at the moment- hopefully they can step up! oh no Jamie double faults to lose serve at start of 2nd.
Joe Salisbury’s play is lethal!
RoastLamb
02-08-2020, 19:08
Joe Salisbury’s play is lethal!
Yup he is on fire and he's the main reason The Bulldogs are going to win this Battle.
Jamie will be the winner whatever the outcome - for putting on such a fabulous tournament. But really, everyone is a winner for giving us such a fun contest, for providing match opportunities for our British players and for encouraging all our up-and coming youngsters.
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 19:09
Joe very tough and Harriet also playing her part, however still some disappointing play from Jamie/Heather. Think it is all over at 4-0 sadly.
Salisbury and Dart are developing into quite a team ..... I wonder if we will see them play together at the US Open?
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 19:21
Murray/Watson got 1 break back and then Heather broken to love- somewhat frustrating though were up against it anyway.
RoastLamb
02-08-2020, 19:24
Great tournament!!!
Salisbury and Dart win the match 6 - 2.
What a shame Jamie & Heather never got the win .... But what a fantastic tournament & a Big, Big Thanks to Jamie for arranging it ...Bravo Jamie!!! :thumbup::thumbup::GBflag: ...Enjoyed every minute + seeing Andy!!!
JAMES4578
02-08-2020, 19:31
Certainly entertaining event but hoped for more in final match. Salisbury/Dart pretty much on fire (particularly Joe) but Jamie/ Heather a bit below par. Pity Union Jacks could not make it but did close the gap cpmpared to earlier in week, congrats to the British Bulldogs. Overall whilst Jamie had some good moments only won 4 out of 9 overall, though not easy with being Tournament Director as well. Real Credit for the organisation !
RoastLamb
02-08-2020, 19:31
Kudos to Kyle as well.
If they have it again next year, I hope we all can be there as well.
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