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breaaking news -ivan lendl is andy's new coach, jonathan overend on 5live
johnkiernan35
31-12-2011, 15:13
breaaking news -ivan lendl is andy's new coach, jonathan overend on 5live
what :O :D thats excellent news
lankster2003
31-12-2011, 15:15
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Could be interesting. Interesting to see what the schedule is going to be
Sallydaisy
31-12-2011, 15:17
The news seems to have caused Twitter to crash ..... (said with tongue firmly in cheek!!!) ..... so I can't see what else Overs has had to say!
:grrr:
JAMES4578
31-12-2011, 15:18
Take it this is fact this time, as compared to the rumours a while ago! If so, think it could be a great choce!
Interesting! Of course he was one of the possibilities talked about last year.
That's fantastic news IMO.
JAMES4578
31-12-2011, 15:20
Neil Harman has also tweeted about it as well as Five live who say "more to follow"
Sallydaisy
31-12-2011, 15:22
Thanks to Harriet for the 'spot'. Methinks a new thread is in order!
:thumbup:
Here's a link to the 5live tweet .....
http://inagist.com/5livetennis/153129526212304896/
It's already on Lendl's Wiki bio! :shocked: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_Lendl "On 31st December 2011 Lendl was appointed coach to Andy Murray."
mmmmmmmmmmmmmm! food for thought!!!..........Thanks Sally & Harriet!!!:thumbup:
JAMES4578
31-12-2011, 15:24
Now up on the official website Lendl New Coach (http://www.andymurray.com/#/home/news/andy-and-lendl-join-forces/)
supergran
31-12-2011, 15:25
Very interesting..........Thanks. Just spotted it on fb!
johnkiernan35
31-12-2011, 15:25
Go Andy :D Twitter has crashed because of him even though that isn't a good thing.. but still
VamosVixs
31-12-2011, 15:27
Wow wasn't expecting that! :shocked:
Hopefully Ivan is the man to push Andy to the next step!! 2012 is going to be exciting!!
johnkiernan35
31-12-2011, 15:27
Now up on the official website Lendl New Coach (http://www.andymurray.com/#/home/news/andy-and-lendl-join-forces/)
Its a good appointment cause If I remember correctly didn't Lendl lost a couple of GS finals at the start of his carrer.. much like Andy. Lendl is a good coach for Andy :)
Lol! You beat me to it! I was busy trying to post the tweets. Here are the tweets from 5 live
Ivan Lendl to be Andy Murray new coach. More to follow
Lendl to start working with Murray for start of 2012 season. Number of weeks still being worked out but definitely all the slams
Remember whispers about Lendl interest last year but Murray camp laughed it off. A change of mind, a change of set up, a change of fortune?
News and reaction seems to have broken twitter for now lol!
Now up on the official website Lendl New Coach (http://www.andymurray.com/#/home/news/andy-and-lendl-join-forces/)
Thanks James,that's the first time I have been back on that site!!...Best of Luck Andy!!!!.......:santa smile:
AMAZING news... the best news I've heard where Andy is concerned
johnkiernan35
31-12-2011, 15:30
same I just spotted it on fb as well :D :yahoo: Cmon Andy
hfwardhouse
31-12-2011, 15:35
Wow. That's a surprise but a very welcome one!
Fantastic news - really hope it will be a successful partnership and reap the rewards that we've all been wishing for Andy for so long.
Hope Ivan has been with Andy during his training during the Christmas and New Year period.
:santa dance: :santa dance: :santa dance:
:reindeer::happy new year:
supergran
31-12-2011, 15:38
Neil Harman has also tweeted about it as well as Five live who say "more to follow" I can't get on twitter at the moment!!!!
VamosVixs
31-12-2011, 15:39
I can't get on twitter at the moment!!!!
I don't think anyone can, it's crashed!
sophie900607
31-12-2011, 15:39
OMG, I'm so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) I think Andy's made a really good choice. May all his dreams come true in 2012.
Happy new year to all of you! Haven't been here much lately but it will change as the new tennis year comes. Can't wait to see Andy working with Lendl!!
:yahoo:What great news, this will really help Andy take the next step and win his first GS. It says that Ivan will start immediately, so we should see him in Australia soon.:cheer:
JAMES4578
31-12-2011, 15:39
Its a good appointment cause If I remember correctly didn't Lendl lost a couple of GS finals at the start of his carrer.. much like Andy. Lendl is a good coach for Andy :)
Yes indeed, he actually lost the first 4 before winning his first in the 1984 French Open when he was 24. He was known as one of the hardest workers on the tour and became very strong mentally. I'm sure he will have a lot of valuable input.
Didn't see it coming but I'm so excited about it! Let's rock the show, Andy!
Golden Lady
31-12-2011, 15:51
Fabulous fabulous news!!!! Let's hope Ivan can fit the last piece in the puzzle. :santa dance:
supergran
31-12-2011, 15:58
I'm excited now. At least Lendl know what it's like to lose in Finals before achieving success. I do hope this works out for Andy...he has obviously thought long and hard before making the decision. Go Andy and Ivan!!! Great news on the last day of a great year for Andy!! The best is yet to come!!:cheer::tennis::yahoo:
supergran
31-12-2011, 16:00
I don't think anyone can, it's crashed! Andy crashes twitter.....that's fame isn't it? Don't think FedX has ever done that!:santa dance::sled::santa dance:
Great news, I can imagine some tough exchanges between the two. ;) Out of interest, has Lendl been coach to anyone of note prior to this?
Great news. Good luck to Ivan and Andy working together. I hope they have much success.
johnkiernan35
31-12-2011, 16:02
Andy crashes twitter.....that's fame isn't it? Don't think FedX has ever done that!:santa dance::sled::santa dance:
haha brilliant post :) oh yeah :) Go Andy.!.. and some haters say he isn't popular... well they people will be eating their own words at this very minute
Yes indeed, he actually lost the first 4 before winning his first in the 1984 French Open when he was 24. He was known as one of the hardest workers on the tour and became very strong mentally. I'm sure he will have a lot of valuable input.
Quite possibly the deciding factor. Great choice IMO, time will tell if we're right!
ChrisMac
31-12-2011, 16:05
Brilliant news!!!! I'm so happy for Andy what a great New Year Eve's gift to all his fans, we are all so happy, I feel like a kid opening a Christmas gift.:santa dance::santa dance:
Great news, I can imagine some tough exchanges between the two. ;) Out of interest, has Lendl been coach to anyone of note prior to this?
If I remember right the comments when this was being speculated, then no! But I do think it will be very beneficial to Andy mentally to have someone who has been there, done that! Kindred-like spirit. Brad Gilbert tweeted saying it was a great appointment, so much positivity
Lol! Love that Andy broke twitter without even tweeting! Such is his popularity :) (though would prefer twitter unbroken ;) )
A few articles about the new appointment:
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2011/dec/31/andy-murray-ivan-lendl-coach?newsfeed=true)
"I am really excited to have the opportunity to work with Andy," Lendl said. "He is a unique talent and I look forward to trying to help him reach his goals."
BBC tennis (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/16372414.stm)
lankster2003
31-12-2011, 16:22
Lets not get carried away folks. They've not even worked together yet!!!! It's a positive appointment but we all need a touch of realism. I like Jonathan Overend a lot but to see it's the final piece of the grand slam jigsaw is VERY premature!!!
patmoren
31-12-2011, 16:26
Fingers crossed that it works out OK but great news that he has appointed a coach with the experience he needs.
STV (http://sport.stv.tv/world-sport/292036-andy-murray-names-ivan-lendl-as-new-coach/)- Andy Murray names Ivan Lendl as new coach
AFP (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5jdYCmDyINER5KJx6C2gDLwjfIXyg?docId=CNG.49136 276ef0c52d16baf155b568a4e23.a41)- Murray hires Lendl as full-time coach
Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/31122011/58/murray-names-legend-lendl-new-coach.html) - Murray names legend Lendl as new coach
JAMES4578
31-12-2011, 16:29
Lets not get carried away folks. They've not even worked together yet!!!! It's a positive appointment but we all need a touch of realism. I like Jonathan Overend a lot but to see it's the final piece of the grand slam jigsaw is VERY premature!!!
I certainly think Andy needed a coach with stature and I think Lendl can take him that further step. However, it'll depend how well they gel together of course and ultimately it's in Andy's hands. Didn't think the current set up could continue for too long and so I am pleased.
I'm sure they will have worked together already - I can't see Andy appointing a coach without having worked with him and I can't see Lendl accepting the position without the same. They have to know that they will get on.
Lets not get carried away folks. They've not even worked together yet!!!! It's a positive appointment but we all need a touch of realism. I like Jonathan Overend a lot but to see it's the final piece of the grand slam jigsaw is VERY premature!!!
It does take the pressure of Andy in the short term in terms of speculation about his coaching arrangements and it's beneficial the appointment is at the beginning of the season when it's hopeful they'll be giventime to achieve results whereas if (not that its going to happen) Andy has a less successful AO the knives would be out for him. Plus it means Andy will have new questions to answer at the interminable press conferences.;)
neil harman tweet - Murray went to see Lendl in Florida the week before last and the deal was obviously done at that time. A truly remarkable start to 2012
Lets not get carried away folks. They've not even worked together yet!!!! It's a positive appointment but we all need a touch of realism. I like Jonathan Overend a lot but to see it's the final piece of the grand slam jigsaw is VERY premature!!!
Lol! Definitely have to see how it goes but nice to see a full time coach! It is excited and that mixed in with season starting just makes it even more exciting! Case of wait and see :)
lankster2003
31-12-2011, 16:36
I'm sure they will have worked together already - I can't see Andy appointing a coach without having worked with him and I can't see Lendl accepting the position without the same. They have to know that they will get on.
Had we worked with Brad Gilbert???
lankster2003
31-12-2011, 16:38
It does take the pressure of Andy in the short term in terms of speculation about his coaching arrangements and it's beneficial the appointment is at the beginning of the season when it's hopeful they'll be giventime to achieve results whereas if (not that its going to happen) Andy has a less successful AO the knives would be out for him. Plus it means Andy will have new questions to answer at the interminable press conferences.;)
That's a fair point :)
lankster2003
31-12-2011, 16:39
Lol! Definitely have to see how it goes but nice to see a full time coach! It is excited and that mixed in with season starting just makes it even more exciting! Case of wait and see :)
The voice of reason once again Xenon :highfive:
s quinn tweet to neil harman - Lendl was my boss for a while in the late 90s. At the very least he + AM will share a similar sense of humour for pranks.
ominous?
Is Lendl on twitter anyone?
Had we worked with Brad Gilbert???
He probably hadn't but that appointment was made for him not by him and he was only 18 at the time - a totally different scenario to the one we have now.
He probably hadn't but that appointment was made for him not by him and he was only 18 at the time - a totally different scenario to the one we have now.
LTA sorted out this appointment for him no?
Wonder what role Dani will now play? Thought he [and the others] were excellent at not reacting to Andy's tortured dialogue with his inner demons/his box.
I hope Lendl can help Andy manage this aspect better - or better still, cut it out. Really interesting times. Good luck for 2012, Andy.
Very exciting news - but we must bear in mind that it's still Andy who'll be playing the tennis, so ultimately his fate lies in his own hands. Got everything crossed for a great 2012!
Hey guys. There is a new competition up. Great way to celebrate the new appointment! Enjoy!
Win a signed Andy shirt (http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?495-A-New-Year-and-another-chance-to-win-a-T-shirt-signed-by-Andy-Murray!!!&p=25176#post25176)
banskogirl
31-12-2011, 16:54
Very exciting news - but we must bear in mind that it's still Andy who'll be playing the tennis, so ultimately his fate lies in his own hands. Got everything crossed for a great 2012!
Great, great news! who needs fireworks?! yes I know it's Andy who plays the tennis but he needs his head in winning form without all the normal negativity. Now Ivan can get any blame and Andy can get peace to WIN those slams! :yahoo:
Wonder what role Dani will now play? Thought he [and the others] were excellent at not reacting to Andy's tortured dialogue with his inner demons/his box.
I hope Lendl can help Andy manage this aspect better - or better still, cut it out. Really interesting times. Good luck for 2012, Andy.
I hope so. Maybe to spy out opponents or just as a role as Andy's bestie :)
david1610
31-12-2011, 17:01
breaaking news -ivan lendl is andy's new coach, jonathan overend on 5live
If you will forgive me, always good when a coach has a lot of balls!
Actualy, best news I have heard for months! Even if it were not to work out, worth trying for a season. Finally a world class player gets ... a world class, well, perhaps not a coach - Andy does not need a technician, but a mentor.
And who understands about fulfilling GS promise later than expected more than Ivan.
I am sure Dani will have a role as part of the support team.
Yes!!! Even if Andy is not playing as well as he can, the fear of going back to Lendl in the locker room without winning should make the difference!!!!!! And I cannot see Andy on court bawling Mr. Lendl out!
There is a risk of tension - god forbid competitive Andy plays a lot of golf with Ivan!!!! - but Alex C. was perhaps too nice. Andy was too young and Brad too abrasive for that to last until now, but putting Ivan in the mix as the out and out coach, with Andy being able to look up at him two sets all 3-3 in a key match deep in a slam, yes please!!!!
bit dubious about introducing an untried coach into a winning formula, Andy has been"coach less" for a year and had his best year, i hope there isn't much tampering from mr lendil
bit dubious about introducing an untried coach into a winning formula, Andy has been"coach less" for a year and had his best year, i hope there isn't much tampering from mr lendil
Maybe the coach may be more to help him over that final hurdle and to help him mentally. Perhaps Lendl won't even do much to change his actual game as technically Andy is very good. You never know
Maybe the coach may be more to help him over that final hurdle and to help him mentally. Perhaps Lendl won't even do much to change his actual game as technically Andy is very good. You never knowtrue and guess we are all after the same outcome , just hope he dosnt mess with andys game to much
david1610
31-12-2011, 17:44
bit dubious about introducing an untried coach into a winning formula, Andy has been"coach less" for a year and had his best year, i hope there isn't much tampering from mr lendil
I understand, but the bottom line for me, as I said the other night, is five minutes after going on court for the AO final last year, I knew Andy was going to lose bar a miracle. Nole seemed so prepared, the last element - yes, the key element - but still the last element of a team. Andy was a world class player without another world class element in his team.
Andy has not looked up to his box on court but has tended to behave as if he is looking down at them.
Even with what Andy has done in his career so far, he now has somebody in his box who can give him invaluable experience for the next step to be taken.
Somebody he can know look UP to... Worth a risk.... oh yes....
I am convinced summit was up in aus last year in the final, but as usual andy keeps that stuff to himself ,
but i take the rest of your point on board and if andy tinks its a good move who am i to argue
supergran
31-12-2011, 17:55
Maybe the coach may be more to help him over that final hurdle and to help him mentally. Perhaps Lendl won't even do much to change his actual game as technically Andy is very good. You never know Good point Zainab. Lendl is on record saying Andy is a very talented player so help with mental approach and focus may be his main goal. I tend to think they'll get on well as Ivan is bound to understand what Andy has gone through and Andy must respect Lendl's success. Just hope it works out.
Sallydaisy
31-12-2011, 18:16
The BBC (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/16372414.stm)gives some background info.
Britain's Andy Murray has appointed former world number one Ivan Lendl as his new full-time coach.
Lendl, the winner of eight Grand Slam titles, will start work immediately. Murray said: "Ivan's impact on the game is unquestionable and he brings experience and knowledge that few others have, particularly in major tournaments."
Now 51, Lendl is rated as one of the world's greatest players, having won 94 ATP Tour titles in a career that spanned 16 years.
Born March 1960 in Ostrava, Czech Republic
Won first professional title in 1980 in Houston
Reached 19 Grand Slam finals, winning eight
Won US Open three years in a row from 1985-87
Won £13.7m in prize money, ranking eighth in all-time men's earners
Has five daughters with wife Samantha
He came from two sets to love down to win the French Open final against John McEnroe in 1984 to claim his first Grand Slam and, after winning the 1985 US Open, he remained as the world's top ranked player for 156 consecutive weeks.
On becoming Murray's coach, Lendl said: "I am really excited to have the opportunity to work with Andy. He is a unique talent and I look forward to trying to help him reach his goals."
Tie-break
31-12-2011, 18:17
Agree, supergran. It's not as if it is a snap decision, either. I guess both have thought long and hard about all aspects before the deal was done. I love the timing, which seems to have taken everyone by surprise. Any later and it might have interfered with AO press build up. With a bit of luck, by the time another three weeks have passed, everyone will have gotten used to the news.
It's going to make a difference! A positive difference (fingers crossed)? Why not!
I, too, think that Lendl is on board as a mentor more than a coach - Andy doesn't need anyone to teach him how to play tennis but there might be the odd tweak here and there. I assume Danny will still be his hitting partner, court booker and general factotum. I was already looking forward to the 2012 season - I'm even more excited now!
How about Dani being there as a friend and kind of manager doing all the stuff you mentioned Alis? :)
Lendl's (or Landl according to the thread title ;))appointment made the main BBC news bulletin but of course Andy will be fast asleep and blissfully unaware of the magnitude of comment it has caused. He will awake to barrage of press coverage. :)
lendl's (or landl according to the thread title ;))appointment made the main bbc news bulletin but of course andy will be fast asleep and blissfully unaware of the magnitude of comment it has caused. He will awake to barrage of press coverage. :) five live even interrupted commentary of their precious epl to break the news, while i was out earlier for a second i was real worried as i presumed it must be an injury or summit for them to interrupt the footy
btw pat nevin tthings its a great appointment
just read about this over on british tennis forum. Hope it turns out to be a great partnership. I haven't read through this thread yet - do we think Dani will still work with Andy?
Sallydaisy
31-12-2011, 18:52
Lendl's (or Landl according to the thread title ;))appointment made the main BBC news bulletin but of course Andy will be fast asleep and blissfully unaware of the magnitude of comment it has caused. He will awake to barrage of press coverage. :)
Cor blimey - however did I let that one past me.
Miracle a couple of our correct spelling peeps didn't spot that!!!
*shuffles off to make a swift edit*
:sofa:
How about Dani being there as a friend and kind of manager doing all the stuff you mentioned Alis? :)
That too Xenon!
Great to have a new start for the new season. Lets hope this will take Andy the one remaining step to reach his true potential.
scrapaddict
31-12-2011, 19:36
Really excited but surprised about this news - hopefully will be just what Andy needs.
yayyyyy so happy about this !!!!!
Madeline
31-12-2011, 20:11
Delighted. When it was mooted last year I really hoped it would happen, and was disappointed when it didn't.
My favourite player for many years to coach my current favourite player - how good can it get?
I really hope Ivan Lendl is not a Yes man and stands up to Andy to put his views across firmly but fairly. We will also have give this partnership TIME!.
Goodluck Team Andy
I agree, I think we all have to be patient and give the partnership time to gel. I really can't see Lendl being a 'yes' man - it's just not his style.
david1610
31-12-2011, 21:15
Thanks James,that's the first time I have been back on that site!!...Best of Luck Andy!!!!.......:santa smile:
Me too! I hestitated now as well. Love Andy but the day the forum died that site died...
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/8986188/Andy-Murray-appoints-Ivan-Lendl-as-his-new-coach-in-bid-for-grand-slam-breakthrough.html)- Andy Murray appoints Ivan Lendl as his new coach in bid for grand slam breakthrough
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2011/dec/31/ivan-lendl-andy-murray-coach) - New coach Ivan Lendl can end Andy Murray's wait for a grand slam (blog)
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2080695/Andy-Murray-appoints-Ivan-Lendl-coach.html)- Murray appoints eight-time grand slam winner Lendl as full-time coach
Fox Sports (http://www.foxnews.com/sports/2011/12/31/former-champ-lendl-to-coach-andy-murray/) - Former champ Lendl to coach Andy Murray
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2011/12/andy_murray_puts_faith_in_ivan.html)- Andy Murray puts faith in Ivan Lendl
Jonathan Overend's blog
"Other than deciding where to serve and how to play his first championship point in a Grand Slam final, when that occurs, as I still believe it will do, the hiring of Ivan Lendl as a full-time coach may prove to be the most important decision Andy Murray ever makes.
Lendl, despite no previous experience of coaching on the tour, brings enormous credibility and huge experience of playing at the very top level. He won eight major titles and spent much of the 1980s as world number one.
I'm sure he won't attempt to alter Murray's natural style of play or drastically remodel certain strokes, and of course there is no guarantee his arrival will make any difference whatsoever, but one piece of advice, perhaps a small slice of fresh perspective from an outsider with major-winning credentials, could make all the difference as the quest for a first grand Slam title continues.
Murray will certainly hope so. They team up this week in Australia with the 24-year old,....."
..........
"He will stand as that figure of respect, a fresh voice, and a leader of the team.
He will not stand for being abused as he sits in the stands. Last year Murray lost his rag at key moments of key matches - ranting and raving at his support team - so if Lendl's presence wipes that out, he will have instant progress. I suspect that can already be taken as read.
Because he firmly believes in his own way of doing things - always has - this is a very brave decision by Murray.
It's effectively an admission that he cannot meet the extraordinary challenge of winning a major all by himself. He has abdicated some of his own power."
Me too! I hestitated now as well. Love Andy but the day the forum died that site died...
What site? {Not a serious question} I never went to the homepage anyway!
Really pleased that Andy's chosen Ivan Lendl to be his new coach! There's so many parallels in their careers, and I really hope that Ivan will be the man to help Andy take that next step. :)
I'm so happy, tremendous news, Ivan was one of my favourite back then, I feel it in my bones that he is going to do great thing for Andy in 2012. Best of luck.
:happy new year: :happy new year: :happy new year: to you all on the forum.
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2011/12/andy_murray_puts_faith_in_ivan.html): Jonathan Overend on Andy's new appointment
Aussie Andy
31-12-2011, 23:58
Absolutely fantastic! I'm looking forward to the Australian Open even more now!
Happy New Year, everyone! :happy new year: (May it really be a Happy New Year in a few weeks' time!) :peekaboo:
david1610
01-01-2012, 00:58
I agree, I think we all have to be patient and give the partnership time to gel. I really can't see Lendl being a 'yes' man - it's just not his style.
Does anyone else remember last year's AO draw, which Lendl did and the interviews on AO radio. He just stayed the right side of polite and clearly was a tennis player, not a tennis diplomat. He clearly likes Andy and thinks he can help, and does not need the money. It will be mutual beneficial or .... it won't last.
RoastLamb
01-01-2012, 00:59
Just found out. What amazing news!!! Really hope it makes a difference. In a positive way. I'm sure it will.
Delighted. Ivan Lendl was a favourite of mine. He'll make an impact and hopefully he will fit in with the rest of the team. He always had a mind of his own and will make an impact and I'm sure Andy will listen and respect his views. Don't think Andy would have hired him otherwise.
Looking forward to the new season.
Great news that Lendl is Andy's coach. Will be really interesting to see what kind of impact he will have on Andy's game. 2012 is going to be interesting. :)
I never liked Lendl in his playing days but there was never any doubt about his drive and professionalism so I think he will be really good for Andy and for that reason this is great news and I am now even more excited for 2012 - bring it on!! :excited:
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2080991/Andy-Murray-hopes-Ivan-Lendl-win-slam.html)- Lendl me a hand so I can win a Slam! Murray backs new coach to make breakthrough
Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/7404797/Lendl-holds-the-key-for-Murray)- Lendl holds the key for Murray
BBC (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/16377065.stm) - Andy Murray admires Ivan Lendl's honest coaching approach
"World number four Murray has "struck gold" in appointing Lendl, according to the American's former mentor, Tony Roche.
"I've got to say it's a really good move from Andy," said Roche.
"Anyone who knows Ivan will tell you how much he's going to bring to the table for Andy. Few people in our sport have ever trained as hard as Ivan or been as professional."
Australian Roche, who won the French Open as a player in 1966, spent eight years with Lendl."
tennisworld USA (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/ATP---Tennis-experts-react-to-Murray-Lendl-partnership-articolo2752.html) - ATP - Tennis experts react to Murray Lendl partnership
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/128529.html) - Murray eager to tap into Lendl's tactical mind
"All the things his career was based on, like working hard and being meticulous with preparation and execution and that ability he had to concentrate on what was in front of him for hours on end, will rub off on Andy. Ivan was always looking for the edge, even in the smallest ways, and now he'll be doing it on Andy's behalf. Whether it was the way he trained, tinkering with his equipment, getting his diet right."
........
"I've got no doubt Ivan will be a superb and successful coach. Being the student of the game that he is, being such a switched-on and motivated guy, the way he worked on his game as a player, the way he prepared himself, all of that knowledge and experience is in Andy's corner now. That's not to say Andy hasn't been working his backside off already and putting in the hard yards but I think Ivan is going to add another dimension."
Sydney Morning Herald (http://www.smh.com.au/sport/tennis/lendl-is-the-right-coach-murray-20120101-1ph6j.html) - Lendl is the right coach: Murray
"The pair first chatted in Miami in March, Murray initiating contact with the long-time pupil of Australian Tony Roche who is, nevertheless, a coaching novice and keen golfer who has spent many years away from the game."
Was that the time when there were rumours going round?
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jan/01/andy-murray-ivan-lendl-new-coach) - Ivan Lendl can help me in major title quest, says Andy Murray
The Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/sport/andy-murray-hires-ivan-lendl-in-bid-to-win-a-grand-slam-title/story-fnbe6xeb-1226234424045) - Andy Murray hires Ivan Lendl in bid to win a grand slam title
"It is understood that Lendl will not be with Murray as he begins his 2012 campaign tomorrow as top seed of the Brisbane International but will fly to Melbourne and link up with his new charge for a week of preparation before the Australian Open, the year's first grand slam tournament, which starts on January 16."
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/8986908/Ivan-Lendl-has-right-credentials-to-lead-Andy-Murray-to-grand-slam-says-former-mentor-Tony-Roche.html) - Ivan Lendl has right credentials to lead Andy Murray to grand slam, says former mentor Tony Roche
Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/adding_a_slam_winner_to_his_gang_is_about_andy_mur ray_learning_to_take_the_big_titles_from_a_real_ch ampion_1_2032457) - Adding a slam winner to his gang is about Andy Murray learning to take the big titles from a real champion
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-employs-grand-slam-ace-lendl-6283734.html) - Murray employs Grand Slam ace Lendl
david1610
02-01-2012, 00:56
Andy: "It was important to me that the new person joining my team was able to add fresh insight," Murray said yesterday. "Ivan's impact on the game is unquestionable and he brings experience and knowledge that few others have, particularly in major tournaments."
I think that just about sums it up really!
thanks cazza99 for all the posts, this from jonathan overend (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2011/12/andy_murray_puts_faith_in_ivan.html)to add to the chorus who think lendl may be a good choice for andy "the hiring of Ivan Lendl as a full-time coach may prove to be the most important decision Andy Murray ever makes."
Interested to note that Overend has referred to Lendl as a "full-time" coach. I thought I'd read elsewhere that the weeks hadn't been worked out but that he'd be there for all the slams. If it's full-time then so much the better.
I did read an article - can't remember where now - that said he would be his full time coach but ony travel 20 weeks of the year, covering the Majors and Masters tournaments. Whether that was speculation or it has actually been agreed remains to be seen.
I did read an article - can't remember where now - that said he would be his full time coach but ony travel 20 weeks of the year, covering the Majors and Masters tournaments. Whether that was speculation or it has actually been agreed remains to be seen.
Thanks. I suppose I hoped full time meant a physical presence all the time like Nole has with his coach. I'd have thought it would make a difference. Anyway we'll just have to see. This may be the best they could come up with between them and at least it's a step forward.
LC the fan
02-01-2012, 13:21
I feel very positive about this - it could be so good for Andy - I do hope it is indeed the Xfactor that makes all the difference.
Ivan Llendl was never particularly popular as a player - he didn't suffer fools gladly, was always honest and sometimes managed to upset a few of the press - although they appreciated his tennis.
Does that seem familiar ????
The two of them have a lot in common (including, apparently, a sense of humour) and you can tell from his statements that Andy has developed a respect for Ivan. They could go a long way - oh boy I do hope so
supergran
02-01-2012, 13:59
Obviously I remember Lendl very well. He was regarded as dour on court and as you say he did rub people (press) up the wrong way. I always felt sorry that he didn't win Wimbledon. I liked him but then I always have a soft spot for the "outsider", the "maverick" and the "I don't give a damn brigade"......brilliant tennis players all.
david1610
02-01-2012, 15:09
Most comments so far have rightly focused on Lendl. The key thing here IMHO though is the change in ANDY's attitude here.
He has accepted that a world class player can benefit from world class experience. He does not have to take on the whole world, or, at least, take on the whole word without somebody in his box at his level.
He can go on court to play a GS final now and look up with respect to his box. Somebody who has done it, many times, who has chosen to join Andy in his box because he believes Andy can do great things. At the deciding moments of these great matches, just maybe Andy will not be giving grief to but receiving inspiration from his box.
The Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/sport/lendl-to-take-fly-in-fly-out-approach-as-murrays-coach-at-a-handful-of-events/story-fnbe6xeb-1226235097883) - Ivan Lendl to take fly-in, fly-out approach as Andy Murray's coach
"So are Murray's. "As soon as we started to talk on the phone a couple of weeks ago, I liked how he felt about my game and then he thought it would be a good idea that we meet up, so we met up and went from there," said the world No 4, who begins his season in singles against Mikhail Kukushkin, the world No 91 from Kazakhstan."
Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/news/lendl-i-was-just-like-murray_11976.html)- Ivan Lendl: 'I was just like Andy Murray'
Herald Sun (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/tennis/ivan-lendls-a-smart-choice-to-coach-andy-murray-says-tony-roche/story-fn77kxzt-1226235088177) - Ivan Lendl's a smart choice to coach Andy Murray, says Tony Roche
Press Association (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5i4tfUk4V6MeJITXkr2lNKiaAnptg?docId=N07437013 25496774947A) - Lendl and Murray 'best match-up'
"To me this is like Groundhog Day, I have been in this movie," Lendl told The Times. "I was that player once, who needed something to help make it work, it was the same as I was before I hired Rochey. What happened then changed my career around."
He continued: "What excites me about this partnership? More than anything, it is simply that this is absolutely the best match-up.
"Our senses of humour are very similar and we have an understanding that we need to bring our best all the time if we want to achieve.
"I didn't get everything I wanted from tennis, not everyone does, but it is about not wasting chances.
"It does not mean that it will work as we want it, but I believe it will."
Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/7406009/Lendl-I-was-like-Murray) - Lendl: I was like Murray
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jan/02/ivan-lendl-andy-murray) - Ivan Lendl on Andy Murray: 'This is absolutely the best match-up'
The Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/sport/lendl-joins-murrays-hunt-for-elusive-slam/story-fnbe6xeb-1226234708710)- Lendl joins Murray's hunt for elusive slam
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-confident-lendls-steel-will-bring-slam-success-6283960.html)- Murray confident Lendl's steel will bring Slam success
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/8987499/Andy-Murrays-new-coach-Ivan-Lendl-demanded-fitness-as-a-player-and-may-expect-the-same-as-a-coach.html) - Andy Murray's new coach Ivan Lendl demanded fitness as a player and may expect the same as a coach
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/8987420/Andy-Murray-wants-new-coach-Ivan-Lendl-to-be-his-coach-for-the-long-term-and-to-be-honest-about-his-performances.html) - Andy Murray wants new coach Ivan Lendl to be his coach for the long term and to be honest about his performances
It's interesting that although Lendl was announced as Andy's full time coach, he will only turn up to the grand slams and a few other tournaments. Is it really going to work if Lendl isn't there the whole time, working out what's going on in Andy's head on a game by game, tournament by tournament basis?
The key thing here is respect. If Andy respects his coach enough to take the advice given to him and apply it, then it could well work. If not, there may well be some serious bust ups on the way.
It's a fascinating appointment, I'll say that. Will it work or not? I guess we'll find out.
It's interesting that although Lendl was announced as Andy's full time coach, he will only turn up to the grand slams and a few other tournaments. Is it really going to work if Lendl isn't there the whole time, working out what's going on in Andy's head on a game by game, tournament by tournament basis?
The key thing here is respect. If Andy respects his coach enough to take the advice given to him and apply it, then it could well work. If not, there may well be some serious bust ups on the way.
It's a fascinating appointment, I'll say that. Will it work or not? I guess we'll find out.
I read that Lendl will be there for the slams and the masters - if that's the case, then I think that will be fine. If he's only missing for tournaments like Brisbane, Queens, Tokyo etc. then I don't think it will be a problem. The most important thing is the slams and it's so good that now Andy will have someone to take advice from before the big matches, it really could make such a difference.
Murray's_Backhand
02-01-2012, 17:36
I hate to say i told you so but can you remember when this came out last year and everyone said that its just rumors. I told everyone that this was substantial and not coming from nothing! Here we are now! :)
banskogirl
02-01-2012, 18:20
Most comments so far have rightly focused on Lendl. The key thing here IMHO though is the change in ANDY's attitude here.
He has accepted that a world class player can benefit from world class experience. He does not have to take on the whole world, or, at least, take on the whole word without somebody in his box at his level.
He can go on court to play a GS final now and look up with respect to his box. Somebody who has done it, many times, who has chosen to join Andy in his box because he believes Andy can do great things. At the deciding moments of these great matches, just maybe Andy will not be giving grief to but receiving inspiration from his box.
You are inspiring me already David :yahoo:
SI.com (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/jon_wertheim/01/01/best.of.three.january/index.html)- Jon Wertheim - Best of Three: Recapping the ever- shortening tennis offseason
"Last week, we learned of one of the more intriguing pairings when Andy Murray announced that he'll be retaining Ivan Lendl as his new full-time coach. While Lendl has been raising his profile over the past few years, there was little indication he was angling to serve as an aide-de-camp. Accomplished (and, frankly, wealthy) as Lendl is, he can express his honest opinions without worrying about the consequences on his career. At 51, he is sufficiently older than Murray that the two won't get too chummy or become Xbox buddies, but is still sufficiently young enough that he has credibility and a certain moral authority. At one point in his career, Lendl was the TBPWAS (The Best Player Without a Slam) and made the necessary adjustments. While Murray's context is obviously different, he, too, seeks to reach a higher plateau. If nothing else, this pairing should be well worth following."
AndyMurrayFans Andy Murray Fans
Hahaha “@stu_fraser: Serena's response to news about Lendl & Murray: "That's awes man, that's maj cool". #insightful”
Sport Review (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/15789744) - Ivan Lendl is a logical coaching choice for Andy Murray
DaveArneRiise
02-01-2012, 21:35
A great choice. I have been saying for years now that Andy needs a big name, someone of the Lendl calibre who has the know how on how to win a slam. This is very encouraging, well done Andy and welcome board Ivan!
Golden Lady
03-01-2012, 13:33
I think this is best place to put this but Neil harman just made an interesting tweet;
Emails and phone calls frequent between AM and Ivan Lendl. "There are certain things he wants me to do this week that I will carry out."
supergran
03-01-2012, 14:43
Interesting....one thing was probably "Win the first round match" !;):)
Golden Lady
03-01-2012, 14:53
Interesting....one thing was probably "Win the first round match" !;):)
Yes that's exactly what I thought on reading it :rolling:
Second instrction is win 2nd round match and don't drop a set :)
LC the fan
03-01-2012, 17:15
Most comments so far have rightly focused on Lendl. The key thing here IMHO though is the change in ANDY's attitude here.
He has accepted that a world class player can benefit from world class experience. He does not have to take on the whole world, or, at least, take on the whole word without somebody in his box at his level.
He can go on court to play a GS final now and look up with respect to his box. Somebody who has done it, many times, who has chosen to join Andy in his box because he believes Andy can do great things. At the deciding moments of these great matches, just maybe Andy will not be giving grief to but receiving inspiration from his box.
Spot on David ! I couldn't agree with you more. Andy's maturity has bought acceptance and I think this is another major step in his career. I also like Llendl saying that he recognises himself in Andy. It could make all the difference - Oh I do hope so
10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/01/04/ivan-lendl-is-not-andy-murray%E2%80%99s-only-coach/) - Ivan Lendl is Not Andy Murray’s Only Coach
"Even though Ivan Lendl is set to touch down in Australia at the end of the week to begin his new fascinating coaching relationship with world no.4 Andy Murray, the Scot is insistent Darren Cahill, the jewel in the crown of the adidas Development Program, will continue to have input.
"Cahill, .... was in the Scot’s box during the season opener against Kazakhstan’s world No 91, Mikhail Kukushkin at the Brisbane International"
.........
"However the Las Vegas-based Australian coach will stay close despite Lendl’s arrival. “I have spoken to Ivan a couple of times,” Murray said. “He understands he hasn’t coached before and someone like Darren has and he will need help with things and can speak to someone to understand how I work as quickly as possible.
“Darren’s been a big help in many ways, especially after I played so poorly after the Australian Open last year and he got me back on track. We’ve had long conversations about what the best direction for me would be and it’s good that he’s still here and will be involved.”
More predictable news was that Dani Vallverdu, Murray’s classmate at the Casal-Sanchez Academy in Barcelona almost a decade ago, will also remain on the team as a constant travelling companion and practice partner."
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/129145.html) - Lendl will sharpen Murray's mental edge
Yeah!!!!! Dani stays on as expected tbh!
supergran
04-01-2012, 23:51
10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/01/04/ivan-lendl-is-not-andy-murray%E2%80%99s-only-coach/) - Ivan Lendl is Not Andy Murray’s Only Coach
"Even though Ivan Lendl is set to touch down in Australia at the end of the week to begin his new fascinating coaching relationship with world no.4 Andy Murray, the Scot is insistent Darren Cahill, the jewel in the crown of the adidas Development Program, will continue to have input.
"Cahill, .... was in the Scot’s box during the season opener against Kazakhstan’s world No 91, Mikhail Kukushkin at the Brisbane International"
.........
"However the Las Vegas-based Australian coach will stay close despite Lendl’s arrival. “I have spoken to Ivan a couple of times,” Murray said. “He understands he hasn’t coached before and someone like Darren has and he will need help with things and can speak to someone to understand how I work as quickly as possible.
“Darren’s been a big help in many ways, especially after I played so poorly after the Australian Open last year and he got me back on track. We’ve had long conversations about what the best direction for me would be and it’s good that he’s still here and will be involved.”
More predictable news was that Dani Vallverdu, Murray’s classmate at the Casal-Sanchez Academy in Barcelona almost a decade ago, will also remain on the team as a constant travelling companion and practice partner." Never doubted that Dani would stay. They are close friends.
david1610
05-01-2012, 01:06
Never doubted that Dani would stay. They are close friends.
Neither did I. But the article gives the impression that Dani is a sweet ..... errand boy to put it bluntly and now there is "Respect for the man in the box!"
Golden Lady
05-01-2012, 10:43
I found this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ2tFYVPbi8&feature=related) really interesting to watch and reflect upon. Listen to what Matts Wilander says (at around 3 mins in), food for thought.
I found this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ2tFYVPbi8&feature=related) really interesting to watch and reflect upon. Listen to what Matts Wilander says (at around 3 mins in), food for thought.
:thanks: for the ATP video on "Ivan Lendl Featured In ATP World Tour Uncovered"
I'd never taken much notice of Lendl before cos I started getting interested in tennis after he retired.
I thought this was funny
Interviewer: So what drives Ivan Lendl now
Ivan Lendl : A car.
LC the fan
05-01-2012, 13:10
There are just so many similarities between Lendl and Andy. I can well imagine that may have been Andy's answer too.
And what Matts said about him - well....history repeats itself (hopefully)
Telegraph (Ivan Lendl is the 'machine' that can give Andy Murray the shove he needs towards greatness) - Ivan Lendl is the 'machine' that can give Andy Murray the shove he needs towards greatness
david1610
05-01-2012, 19:52
All in the name? If Andy makes another Melbourne final, it might be a case of "End LL" ?? :)
Sallydaisy
06-01-2012, 11:55
Lendl will be watching Andy's SF match on Saturday having flown over from the States Thu/Fri. Or at least that's what Neil Harman tweeted to AndyMurrayFans.
NeilHarmanTimes (http://twitter.com/#!/NeilHarmanTimes) Neil Harman @
@AndyMurrayFans (http://twitter.com/#!/AndyMurrayFans) He will be in attendance at the tennis tomorrow
Entertaining tweets from Darren 'Killer' Cahill a few hours ago!
darren_cahill (http://twitter.com/#!/darren_cahill) Darren Cahill
Hey @danielvallverdu (http://twitter.com/#!/danielvallverdu), it would be nice to stop the car while I'm grabbing my bags from the boot!
I've been ushered to the airport by @danielvallverdu (http://twitter.com/#!/danielvallverdu) as he welcomes his 3rd assistant tomorrow Ivan Lendl. Talk about getting rid of me fast
and from Dani
“@danielvallverdu (http://twitter.com/#!/danielvallverdu): Wishing my ex-assistant @darren_cahill (http://twitter.com/#!/darren_cahill) all the best with his career. Really appreciate his help over the last 8months...”
and another retweeted by Steven (GBTennis)
Larry Stefanki says he was on plane from LA to Oz with new #tennis (http://twitter.com/#!/search?q=%23tennis) coach Ivan Lendl:"He seemed pretty pumped to take on the challenge."
RoastLamb
06-01-2012, 13:18
poor Darren. :lol:
Sallydaisy
06-01-2012, 13:23
Loving the reference to Lendl as Dani's 3rd assistant coach ....... hope Ivan is up for the banter!!!
Madeline
06-01-2012, 13:35
He will be, and give as good as he gets I expect. He has a great sense of humour.
darren_cahill Darren Cahill
@danielvallverdu hahaha.. take it easy on Ivan. You've managed to squeeze out Alex and myself.. may the force be with Ivanksi.
danielvallverdu Daniel Vallverdu
@darren_cahill hahaha no hard feelings killer. U the men!
Sportsvibe (http://www.sportsvibe.co.uk/blog/court-sports/ivan-will-lendl-a-helping-hand-but-it-is-murray-who-must-overcome-the-obstacles-14683/) - Ivan Will 'Lendl' a Helping Hand But It Is Murray Who Must Overcome the Obstacles
10sballs.com (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/01/05/cahill-will-be-occasionally-available-to-assist-murray/)- Cahill Will be Occasionally Available to Assist Murray
"Speaking to The Times newspaper, Cahill continued: “I was there at the first meeting in Miami last month. We sat down for three hours talking about tennis and I thought Ivan was inspiring.
“The fact he has never coached before is irrelevant. He understands the sport and the way he used to go about his game was the benchmark of a professional athlete.
“Who knows where the personalities will end up, but what I’m very confident about is, at the end of this, whether it lasts six months or six years, Andy will be a better player and person for it.”"
Some Lendl's pics from today here http://www.repubblica.it/sport/2012/01/07/foto/tennis_lo_riconoscete_e_ivan_lendl-27710113/1/?ref=HRESS-1 (one with Andy too :) )
Sallydaisy
07-01-2012, 12:41
Some Lendl's pics from today here http://www.repubblica.it/sport/2012/01/07/foto/tennis_lo_riconoscete_e_ivan_lendl-27710113/1/?ref=HRESS-1 (one with Andy too :) )
Thanks Raven.
:thumbup:
Brisbane site (http://www.brisbaneinternational.com.au/2012/01/video-lendl-arrives-in-brisbane)- Video: Lendl arrives in Brisbane
Nice picture of Andy and Lendl during practise here (http://tiny.cc/7hfp2)
Here is Lendl in action against Boris Becker. Very enjoyable and some lovely play
US Open 1992 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Zma9VcTxmk)
1986 masters (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3q9Y5fAdMo&feature=related)
A more recent video - McEnroe v Lendl WTC 2011 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyDr3PuhMVk&feature=related
an old video with Lendl knocking MacEnroe down - Ivan Lendl's secret - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wdlPUBp9WQ&feature=related
david1610
08-01-2012, 09:12
Andy inteviewed just now on BBC.
Typing along
Lendl....
"Yeah it is very exciting for me... he is one of the greatest players ever to play.. going to bring a lot of knoweldge... udnerstanding hwo to prepare for the big events both physically and mentally. Spent six or seven days together and got on well. Hopefully it continues.
Q....
I think the advice I will be getting frm him will be competing at great events... final at 7 p..m understands the nerves and preparing for a slam final or slam semis fina... you are not thinking about bak hom...thinking about the match and history and winning a bigmatch... spoken about that to him but not about the effect back home...
.. (Lendl) can be dry and a similar sense of humour to me. Away from teh court funny guy... has great storeis.
Spoken to Woodbrighe and ?? great stories about locker room ... practical jokes.. funny guy but very hard wroking so is going to give me a great oppportunity to play my best tennis this year.
... I think he understands that side of things (losing GS Finals) but what we have spoken about is more about working hard and focusing... guys around you in the ranking.. watching them and studying them so when you play in big events you know what their strengths and weaknesess and ... I could turn and play and lose in the third round... such a fine line.. so you need to prepare as well as you can... really looking forward to working with him... only working with him for ten days so... lot much time before I can make any changes to my game."
LC the fan
08-01-2012, 11:28
I didn't quite realise until watching the final just how much pressure Lendl will take off Andy and take on his own back.
So many commentators are going to be watching and judging Ivan's coaching abilities and he will be the focus of attention for a year or so sharing, for once, the pressures with Andy.
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2083625/Lendl-ready-Murray-right-top.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Lendl is ready to take Murray right to the top
BBC - (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/16459777.stm) radio 5 live interview with Andy
talks about Lendl from 1 min 35 seconds in. (posted on the newspaper thread but belongs here also)
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2083802/Andy-Murray-excited-Ivan-Lendl-future-sealing-Brisbane-title.html)- Murray excited about Lendl future after sealing Brisbane title
DaveArneRiise
09-01-2012, 03:55
8 time Grand slam winner. 8 TIMES! Now that's what I'm talking about.
I am so excited about 2012. Most optimistic I have been to date. This is the year my friends!
Apologies if this has already been posted - but this is Steve Tignor's take on things - http://blogs.tennis.com/thewrap/2012/01/the-ivan-and-andy-show.html
The Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/sport/andy-murray-has-hired-ivan-lendl-to-guide-him-to-grand-slam-glory/story-fnbe6xeb-1226240263514)- Andy Murray has hired Ivan Lendl to guide him to grand slam glory
by Neil Harman
"Murray's on-court antics have not been good enough, and he knows it, which is half the battle. If he did not accept what he has done in the past, screaming at his corner, yanking at his shorts and his wristbands, thumping his thighs, fulminating against the world, rather than simply playing a match, it would be dangerous.
"In many respects it (the criticism he has received) has been fair," Murray said. "It's something I'll get better at. The good thing is that it is that (his behaviour) _ and not something that's glaringly obvious that's wrong in my game _ that needs to improve.
"But at no stage last year did I see Novak (Djokovic) go a match without saying anything. I saw him go nuts on the court and win matches. Sometimes it was almost like he wasn't trying for a set and then he would come back.
So long as you have a clear head when the next point starts, that's what matters.""
Some Lendl's pics from today here http://www.repubblica.it/sport/2012/01/07/foto/tennis_lo_riconoscete_e_ivan_lendl-27710113/1/?ref=HRESS-1 (one with Andy too :) )
We will know Ivan is in charge of all the details when Andy gets a haircut to match his new coach to give him better streamlining.
Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/09012012/58/australian-open-mcenroe-lendl-key-murray.html) - McEnroe: Lendl key for Murray
"I hate to give credit to Lendl but (Murray) needed to do something out of the ordinary instead of going with the predictable re-tread," McEnroe said.
"This is definitely something that was, to me, unexpected. I didn't know that Lendl wanted to coach. He could bring something to the table, without a doubt.
"Lendl didn't win a major until he was 24 and guess what? Murray is 24 right now.
"So that could provide something worth it for Murray, I'm going to be paying attention to that, see how it works out."
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9000543/Andy-Murray-cruises-to-Brisbane-title-and-pays-tribute-to-sense-of-humour-and-work-ethic-of-new-coach-Ivan-Lendl.html) - Andy Murray cruises to Brisbane title and pays tribute to sense of humour and work ethic of new coach Ivan Lendl
The Age (http://www.theage.com.au/sport/tennis/murrays-perfect-match-says-cahill-of-new-mentor-20120109-1prtd.html)- Murray's perfect match, says Cahill of new mentor
''Their paths are eerily similar in the way their careers have sort of panned out, and I think that's what's attracted Ivan so much to Andy,'' said Cahill. ''And Ivan said he's been a fan of the way Andy's played for years and years, and in the last 12 months or so he's paid a little closer attention to the way he's played.
''When we called him up to see if he'd be interested in having a chat to Andy … he jumped at it, which we were excited about.
''We always thought there might have been a commitment issue because, obviously, it's not always easy to get those former legend players to commit to a great deal of weeks on the road. But he's fully committed and that really surprised us and excited everybody.''
Sydney Morning Herald (http://www.smh.com.au/sport/tennis/lendl-perfect-to-end-the-grand-slam-drought-for-andy-says-cahill-20120109-1prum.html)- Lendl perfect to end the grand slam drought for Andy, says Cahill
''Andy's been extremely diligent in making sure he made the right choice. He knows how important getting the right coach is for him. He's spent the last six or seven months with a great team around him, but knew just getting that extra experienced person to come in, especially during the grand slams, was really important, so he didn't want to rush into it.
''He was extremely diligent, spoke to a lot of people. It got down to a few and, obviously, Ivan was inspiring to talk to about the knowledge he has for the game, the knowledge he has of the players right now, the experience he brings, the training regime that he used to go through, which is extremely similar to what Andy goes through.''
.......
".....but the top seed was coy about the content of his new coach's initial messages.
''I'm not going to go into any details on that, but I'm glad that he's here. I know he's going to help me,'' Murray said. ''I've enjoyed even just the first day with him. He has a lot of knowledge, a lot of experience and he's going to help me a lot, I'm sure.''"
\From Andy's FB
The tennis space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/ivan-lendl-the-funniest-man-in-tennis/): Ivan Lendl the funniest man in tennis
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2084146/John-McEnroe-Ivan-Lendl-lead-Andy-Murray-grand-slam.html)- McEnroe believes former foe Lendl can provide impetus for Murray's first grand slam
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/129982.html) - No need to cut out on-court tantrums - Murray
I am VERY excited about 2012 for Andy!! I agree that Lendl should have a positive effect on Andy because of his GS credentials ...... BUT I never liked him as a player so I am definately not in the 'Lendl appreciation' camp YET ... I am open to change though, depending on how things work out with Andy. For now - He still looks as miserable as ever, never even cracked his face when Andy won in Brisbane!
Peter Bodo's two pennyworth [from last week] - http://blogs.tennis.com/tennisworld/2012/01/lendl.html
I am VERY excited about 2012 for Andy!! I agree that Lendl should have a positive effect on Andy because of his GS credentials ...... BUT I never liked him as a player so I am definately not in the 'Lendl appreciation' camp YET ... I am open to change though, depending on how things work out with Andy. For now - He still looks as miserable as ever, never even cracked his face when Andy won in Brisbane!
Isn't that an accusation often levelled against Andy - and I didn't actually see Andy smile in his pressers either. In fact I thought he'd reverted a bit to the old mumbly Andy. Let's hope Lendl can give hin confidence on and off court.
Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/tramlines/time-ripe-ascendant-murray-155440006.html)- Time is ripe for ascendant Murray
Tramlines take on it all
Been [unsuccessfully] looking for some comments on Lendl by Tim and Mark Petchey, but came across this interview - http://www.theage.com.au/sport/tennis/facing-the-final-hurdle-20120109-1prt9.html
supergran
09-01-2012, 16:10
I do not think smiling is compulsory yet.:sad: Mr Lendl looks serious which is not quite the same as miserable.
I guess you're right Pat, people do often accuse Andy of looking misearble ... I just feel like I know Andy better. Never bothered to get to know Lendl - kind of made up my mind I didn't like him!! That was when I was young though so now he is with our Andy, I will make more of an effort!!
I guess you're right Pat, people do often accuse Andy of looking misearble ... I just feel like I know Andy better. Never bothered to get to know Lendl - kind of made up my mind I didn't like him!!
No I didn't warm to him in his day either, Caro but I think at that time the players were more about the tennis than the personalities (I know Mac and Connors were characters but we didn't know quite so much about them off court I don't think), so the fact that Lendl, like Andy, might have been a totally different person off court, never occurred to me.
At any rate, I'm prepared to do my best to like anyone who can coach Andy to a GS (I know, fickle aren't I..........:lol:).
When I read that Andy said " Im glad hes here , and I know hes gonna help me " I knew it was a good thing
I don't remember Lendl from his playing days - he had most of his success when I was a very young child. But I really like what I've learned about him - I like how he's honest and straight-talking and really admire his work ethic. From what I've read, it seems like he was one of the first players to look in detail at things like diet, gym work, racquet changes etc. - trying anything that could give him a competitive advantage. I think he's going to apply the same level of attention to detail to Andy which can only be a good thing. :)
I was so happy to read Darren Cahill's quote [10sballs article post 132 on the Lendl thread] "..what I’m very confident about is, at the end of this, whether it lasts six months or six years, Andy will be a better player and person for it.” Sounds good to me.
Madeline
09-01-2012, 16:56
I seem to be in a minority here - I was a BIG fan of Lendl. Until Andy, he was the biggest favourite I had in all the years I have followed tennis. I used to get really mad because when the Wimbledon highlights were on tv at night - the only tennis I saw on the days when I was working, which thankfully was only 3 days a week at that time - they hardly ever showed more than a couple of minutes of his matches, even though he was the #1 for ages. He didn't often seem to get on Centre Court, either. . . To be honest I was much more of a fan of him than I was of Tim when he came along later, the fact that he was British was really the only reason I watched his matches. Lendl's running passes down the line were really sublime.
VamosVixs
09-01-2012, 16:59
I was a fan of Lendl, always liked him as a player. :thumbup:
I have merged the Lendl appreciation thread with the Lendl coaching thread as the discussion was mainly about lendl coaching Andy.
Please feel welcome to post stuff that is about Lendl only on here as well as about Lendl coaching Andy..
LC the fan
09-01-2012, 20:08
Been [unsuccessfully] looking for some comments on Lendl by Tim and Mark Petchey, but came across this interview - http://www.theage.com.au/sport/tennis/facing-the-final-hurdle-20120109-1prt9.html
I'm a bit surprised we haven't heard from Mark Petchey at least - he's usually Andy's greatest advocate and I thought someone would have interviewed him - unless Sky are holding it all back for the coverage of the AO.
Must say I did not warm to Lendl as a player - but then I was a lot younger and went for looks (not the dark sullen kind)
and cheeky characters. Lendl was always a bit dark and sullen on court, although I did ache for him when he was runner-up at Wimbledon for the second time - I think it was 86 and 87 losing to Boris Becker and Pat Cash.
I have to admit that I never warmed to Lendl as a player. But then, we didn't have the internet so didn't read the players' interviews or read their thoughts on Twitter. If I'd known that he had a great sense of humour (he never looked like he did) I'm sure I'd have liked him a lot more. Of course nowadays the people who think that Andy is a misery are probably those who don't have the internet.
greatunclebulgaria
09-01-2012, 21:07
I just remember willing Lendl to the Wimbledon crown one year as there had been a big thing about this is his last year and it's the only thing he hasn't won :grouphug: sucker for the underdog much as I willed Tim over the finishing line every year
oh ye and I remember been mesmerised by Lendls bum did he have underpants on? or not, couldn't see any lines :shamed::shamed::shamed::shamed:
I have to admit that I never warmed to Lendl as a player. But then, we didn't have the internet so didn't read the players' interviews or read their thoughts on Twitter. If I'd known that he had a great sense of humour (he never looked like he did) I'm sure I'd have liked him a lot more. Of course nowadays the people who think that Andy is a misery are probably those who don't have the internet.me either
My son caddied for Lendl several years ago when he played Carnoustie. He didn't know who he was - only that he was famous and an 'old' tennis player - but he came back singing his praises, saying what a great golfer he was and a really down to earth guy with a great sense of humour. He gave him a substantial tip too - definitely made a good impression - not easy with a 'cool' seventeen year old!
My son caddied for Lendl several years ago when he played Carnoustie. He didn't know who he was - only that he was famous and an 'old' tennis player - but he came back singing his praises, saying what a great golfer he was and a really down to earth guy with a great sense of humour. He gave him a substantial tip too - definitely made a good impression - not easy with a 'cool' seventeen year old!he is a good golfer i seem to remember he was on the verge of turning pro when he retired
david1610
09-01-2012, 21:24
My son caddied for Lendl several years ago when he played Carnoustie. He didn't know who he was - only that he was famous and an 'old' tennis player - but he came back singing his praises, saying what a great golfer he was and a really down to earth guy with a great sense of humour. He gave him a substantial tip too - definitely made a good impression - not easy with a 'cool' seventeen year old!
Gives good tips to young Scottish lads. Sounds good!
Gives good tips to young Scottish lads. Sounds good!:rolling:
Andy and Lendl practising on Rod Laver Arena. Tweet by Aussie Open
#tennis' new dynamic duo @AndyMurray & Ivan #Lendl in practice on RLA this morning http://t.co/vi5oJwDN #AusOpen
And from Neil Harman
Allowed ten minutes on RLA watching AM practice. They're tough here http://twitpic.com/85fw99
KnightOwl
10-01-2012, 02:54
I seem to be in a minority here - I was a BIG fan of Lendl.
I'm not so sure - there seem to be a few Lendl fans creeping out of the woodwork - and I'm one of them!
The era he mainly played - at least at Wimbledon, as that was pretty much the only tournament televised in the UK in those days - I was early-to-mid teens and I used to watch as much of Wimbledon as was shown on TV, or as much as I was allowed anyway! Stefan Edberg and Ivan Lendl were my two favourite players - both very different, but I loved watching them play and still remember how exciting I found it all.
I'm delighted "Mr Lendl" is Andy's new coach - I genuinely believe great things could come from this :big grin:
Sallydaisy
10-01-2012, 12:05
From twitter - photo of Andy practicing, Ivan in attendance
NeilHarmanTimes (https://twitter.com/#%21/NeilHarmanTimes) Neil Harman
Allowed ten minutes on RLA watching AM practice. They're tough here twitpic.com/85fw99 (http://t.co/fWSftUMq)
Can already tell that a strong bond is forming between Murray and Mr Lendl.
It's still important that Andy is his own man.
Loved this quote from Andy in The Times: "He won't be on to me every single minute of the day, but the time we spend toegether will be honest, open, good fun. He's not worried about today's match, or the day before, or the Open, he is worried about putting in the right work, giving everything I can"
To me, this seems spot on for helping Andy to reach his potential.
Also The Times mentions that Lendl will be making himself " available for one round-table discussion later this week to talk about what lured him back to tennis full time". Sounds interesting.
judmoo judy murray
Andy n Mr Lendl on empty RLA. Practice v Berankis. http://yfrog.com/o0xsekjj
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9003821/John-McEnroe-Andy-Murray-right-to-appoint-Ivan-Lendl.html) - John McEnroe: Andy Murray right to appoint Ivan Lendl
The Age (http://media.theage.com.au/sport/sports-hq/raw-vision-andy-murrays-warm-up-2883729.html) - RAW VISION: Andy Murray's warm up (01:05)
video - UK player Andy Murray practises under the supervision of coach Ivan Lendl ahead of the Australian Open.
10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/01/09/pat-cash-and-john-mcenroe-think-lendl-was-a-good-choice-for-andy-murray/)- Pat Cash and John McEnroe Think Lendl Was a Good Choice for Andy Murray
RoastLamb
10-01-2012, 14:26
I didn't mind Lendl altho' my hubby always told me he wasn't naturally talented like Mac, he had to work hard at it. I just remember seeing him play opposite Mac in Toronto in 1992 and Mac was acting up as he does and Lendl turned to me (I was sitting in the front) and said, "I have to put put up with this s*** all the time". I think he was joking but you never really knew with him. I thought it was funny anyhow.
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9003821/John-McEnroe-Andy-Murray-right-to-appoint-Ivan-Lendl.html) - John McEnroe: Andy Murray right to appoint Ivan Lendl
The Age (http://media.theage.com.au/sport/sports-hq/raw-vision-andy-murrays-warm-up-2883729.html) - RAW VISION: Andy Murray's warm up (01:05)
video - UK player Andy Murray practises under the supervision of coach Ivan Lendl ahead of the Australian Open.
10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/01/09/pat-cash-and-john-mcenroe-think-lendl-was-a-good-choice-for-andy-murray/)- Pat Cash and John McEnroe Think Lendl Was a Good Choice for Andy Murray
Interesting to see Pat Cash's U-turn there. He says that if Andy persists with the on-court behaviour of past, Lendl might leave. I truly believe that Andy is ready for a bit of change and that he has the utmost respect for Lendl to reduce this! Yes occasionally it may crop up but I do think we will see an improvement and Mr Lendl will be happy :)
supergran
10-01-2012, 15:15
Interesting to see Pat Cash's U-turn there. He says that if Andy persists with the on-court behaviour of past, Lendl might leave. I truly believe that Andy is ready for a bit of change and that he has the utmost respect for Lendl to reduce this! Yes occasionally it may crop up but I do think we will see an improvement and Mr Lendl will be happy :)Pat Cash is another one who loves to have a go at Andy!!:grrr::grrr:
NLTennis Tennistweets
Andy Murray & Ivan Lendl in Melbourne https://twitter.com/#!/NLTennis/status/156603392494538754/photo/1
Andy Murray should feel "lucky" to have landed Ivan Lendl as his new coach, according to former British number one Greg Rusedski. :rolleyes:
http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/australianopen2012/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=tennis/12/01/10/manual_135825.html&BID=23811
supergran
10-01-2012, 16:49
Andy Murray should feel "lucky" to have landed Ivan Lendl as his new coach, according to former British number one Greg Rusedski. :rolleyes:
http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/australianopen2012/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=tennis/12/01/10/manual_135825.html&BID=23811 Why can't he just keep quiet?:grrr:
Why can't he just keep quiet?:grrr: Especially as only the day before he thought this partnership wouldn't work. He makes me sick, does he really think that Andy and Mr.Lendl both knew what to expect from each other. According Mark Woodbridge Lendl has spent sometime watching recordings of Andy's matches and I feel sure that when Andy and Mr.L spoke on the phone and at their subsequent meetings would have spoken openly about Andy's game, court demenour, work ethic, hopes and fears weren't discussed. Andy and his coach (doesn't that sound good) will have their goals and will work equally hard to achieve them. We are in for some very exciting times and I feel very successful.:cheer::swingin::excited::cheers:
Rusedski seems to be doing well with coaching the Junior boys - he should stick to that. I don't think I've ever heard him say anything original or worth listening to and when he's paired with Annabel Croft they seem to egg one another on to even greater heights of idiocy!
Of course, when Andy does win his major this year it will all be down to Mr Lendl as far as the pundits are concerned and little to do with Andy's talent, hard work and dedication - I can just see the headlines now! It won't stop us celebrating though!!!!
Rusedski seems to be doing well with coaching the Junior boys - he should stick to that. I don't think I've ever heard him say anything original or worth listening to and when he's paired with Annabel Croft they seem to egg one another on to even greater heights of idiocy!
Of course, when Andy does win his major this year it will all be down to Mr Lendl as far as the pundits are concerned and little to do with Andy's talent, hard work and dedication - I can just see the headlines now! It won't stop us celebrating though!!!!
Well of course Andy has to go on court and play the tennis, but in a way it might well be down to Mr Lendl. He might provide a sort of comfort blanket or belief for Andy other than just Andy's belief in himself - a bit like a placebo in medicine or something. If you see what I mean.
lankster2003
10-01-2012, 20:23
Wow, not much love for Greg here lol. I personally thinks he talks quite a bit of sense and I agreed with all he said in the Eurosport Aussie Open preview show.
His mental approach is the thing which is holding him back and there a few technical things he could definitely improve on
Wow, not much love for Greg here lol. I personally thinks he talks quite a bit of sense and I agreed with all he said in the Eurosport Aussie Open preview show.
His mental approach is the thing which is holding him back and there a few technical things he could definitely improve on
I think a lot of the issue is how much negativity he has around him concerning Andy! For example when he was clearly injured and had to miss the DC, he jumped on the Andy should have played bandwagon. Also I remember that Andy didn't feel that Greg was the right person for the DC captain role and IMO that didn't help Greg's feelings.
I think a lot of the issue is how much negativity he has around him concerning Andy! For example when he was clearly injured and had to miss the DC, he jumped on the Andy should have played bandwagon. Also I remember that Andy didn't feel that Greg was the right person for the DC captain role and IMO that didn't help Greg's feelings.EXactly greg was ok up to a point and that was the point, he went from being a semi decent commie to being bitter & resentful who takes every opportunity to bash andy
I do laugh when i hear Rusedski and Croft getting on Andy's case!! - as so called experts on the telly!!
with their experience at winning titles and grand slams!!
ok - Rusedski did managed 1 masters title and 14 singles and reached one gram slam final -
as for Croft - who won 1 singles title - and I'm reliably informed - didn't progrees further than the third round in any grand slam!!
little wonder their bitter and resentful -
their cosy labelling of GB's best players of years gone by - doesn't look to be that great now!! - along side Andy's achievements so far!!
I do laugh when i hear Rusedski and Croft getting on Andy's case!! - as so called experts on the telly!!
with their experienced at winning titles and grand slams!!
ok - Rusedski did managed 1 masters title and 14 singles and reached one gram slam final -
as for Croft - who won 1 singles title - and i'm reliability informed - didn't progrees further than the third round in any grand slam!!
little wonder their bitter and resentful -
their cosy labelling of GB's best players of years gone by - doesn't look to be that great now!! - along side Andy's achievements so far!!fair do's to him he got to final by getting past a pantheon of tennis greats
R128
David Wheaton (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Wh/D/David-Wheaton.aspx) (USA)
121
R64
Marcos Ondruska (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/On/M/Marcos-Ondruska.aspx) (RSA)
112
R32
Jens Knippschild (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Kn/J/Jens-Knippschild.aspx) (GER)
100
R16
Daniel Vacek (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Va/D/Daniel-Vacek.aspx) (CZE)
83
Q
Richard Krajicek (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Kr/R/Richard-Krajicek.aspx) (NED)
18
S
Jonas Bjorkman (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Bj/J/Jonas-Bjorkman.aspx) (SWE)
17
F
Patrick Rafter (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Ra/P/Patrick-Rafter.aspx) (AUS)
That was his lineup to the final? :shocked:
greatunclebulgaria
11-01-2012, 00:02
jez if Andy had it the easy he would be a multiple winner already
jez if Andy had it the easy he would be a multiple winner already
I wish Andy had that run up to the final and that finalist to face :(
Sallydaisy
11-01-2012, 00:34
I wish Andy had that run up to the final and that finalist to face :(
Most of them are long retired ...... and it's all relative isn't it?
;)
david1610
11-01-2012, 00:50
In fairness (dodges bullets) the article quoting Rusedski contains new information which I find interesting - well, certainly to me - whereas many of the articles on this, and most topics to be honest, tend just to be rehashes of presumbly a Reuter's or AP (or have these names changed) newswire service item subscribed to by the press.
Players with equivalent rankings now
Pospisil 121
Brands 112
Beck 100
Stebe 83
Gasquet 18
Isner 17
beaten in final by Dolgopolov 14
Maybe we should send this to Eurosport ;)
fair do's to him he got to final by getting past a pantheon of tennis greats
R128
David Wheaton (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Wh/D/David-Wheaton.aspx) (USA)
121
R64
Marcos Ondruska (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/On/M/Marcos-Ondruska.aspx) (RSA)
112
R32
Jens Knippschild (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Kn/J/Jens-Knippschild.aspx) (GER)
100
R16
Daniel Vacek (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Va/D/Daniel-Vacek.aspx) (CZE)
83
Q
Richard Krajicek (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Kr/R/Richard-Krajicek.aspx) (NED)
18
S
Jonas Bjorkman (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Bj/J/Jonas-Bjorkman.aspx) (SWE)
17
F
Patrick Rafter (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/Ra/P/Patrick-Rafter.aspx) (AUS)
Players with equivalent rankings now
Pospisil 121
Brands 112
Beck 100
Stebe 83
Gasquet 18
Isner 17
beaten in final by Dolgopolov 14
Maybe we should send this to Eurosport ;)I totally agree, listening to the Eurosprts Comms this am during the the dog and Stam W I could hardly contain myself at the twaddle they were dishing out re Andy and where he is today and their thoughts on Lendl and Andy. If I could find the Eurosport email address I would absolutely slate them. What is the matter with them, the lot of them were mediocre and you can see the green eyed god coming to the fore.
supergran
11-01-2012, 12:59
Well, you know my views on Annabel Croft. I have posted on here and twitter re her 1 title and reaching 3rd round of Slams. She is a disgrace and I am astounded that she is in such demand. Wonder why? Rudeski's credentials are better but looking at the information above it's not surprising is it? Their sniping at and criticism of Andy makes my blood boil and it is so obvious that they are jealous of his success. Instead of trying to run him down at every opportunity they should be lauding and supporting him. A plague on both their houses!:grrr:
Well said Supergran! I can't wait for Andy to win his first and subsequent Slams and make number 1 in so doing - putting their respective gasses at a peep! What wouldn't I give for Andy to be the first man of this era to complete a true 'Grand Slam' - I wonder what his detractors would have to say then?
JAMES4578
11-01-2012, 13:42
I think at times Greg makes valid points and he was successful even if not a par on Andy but overall the tone overall tends to be pretty negative in many of the Eurosport discussions. Croft is clearly a Fed fan and in fact most of them sing his praises when given the chance! Even if Annabel's achievement were limted no British woman player in recent years has achieved her ranking.
.........A plague on both their houses!:grrr:
well said SG - and remind me to keep in your good books!! :thumbup:
Madeline
11-01-2012, 14:03
She is a disgrace and I am astounded that she is in such demand. Wonder why?
I suspect the legs and the short skirts have a lot to do with her success. ;)
Pospisil 121
Whoops, I read that as popsicle! :shocked:
I think most people do xenon.
Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/tennis/news?slug=ycn-10819737) - A Closer Look at the Andy Murray— Ivan Lendl Connection
tennis/com (http://espn.go.com/tennis/blog/_/name/tennis/id/7447620/australian-open-potent-partnership-andy-murray-ivan-lendl) - The potent partnership of Murray-Lendl
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/130245.html) - Murray closer to slam with Lendl - Rusedski
Sporting Life (http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/australianopen2012/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=tennis/12/01/10/manual_135825.html&BID=553) - RUSEDSKI: MURRAY 'LUCKY TO HAVE LENDL'
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2085381/Australian-Open-2012-Ivan-Lendl-perfect-Andy-Murray-says-Tony-Roche.html)- Lendl just champion for Murray, insists Roche as world No 4 awaits Australian Open draw
"Lendl had fallen short in his first four Grand Slam finals when Roche hooked up with him and that was converted into a career that bagged eight of the world’s biggest tournaments.
‘It’s obviously a similar situation to that which Andy finds himself in,’ said Roche. ‘Ivan knows what it takes to turn it round and win on the big occasions.
‘He was very strong on studying the opposition and working out their strengths and weaknesses. He was so professional about that and this is what he will bring to the table.’
.....
‘It might be only about finding that extra percentage point in your performance and at this level that may be all it needs,’ said Roche, a left-hander in his playing days.
‘When I got together with Ivan the two guys giving him most trouble were John McEnroe and Jimmy Connors. He wanted to know how lefties thought.
‘We ended up having eight great years. Andy should draw great strength from the fact Ivan wants to coach him. It’s a statement of great confidence in him.’"
tennistalk (http://www.tennistalk.com/en/news/20120111/Murray_likes_the_Lendl_look_so_far) - Murray likes the Lendl look so far
I had fun convincing a guy who comes to tennis about Lendl being a great coach for andy :) He didn't like Andy before but I managed to convince him that Andy was a lovely guy and since watching him he's realised a great player :)
I had fun convincing a guy who comes to tennis about Lendl being a great coach for andy :) He didn't like Andy before but I managed to convince him that Andy was a lovely guy and since watching him he's realised a great player :)
if they need convincing then they aint worth the effort in my book :grrr:
if they need convincing then they aint worth the effort in my book :grrr:
I had to cure the ignorance of people who haven't watched much tennis or much Andy ;) Well worth the effort in this case as now he's a fan :)
MurrayAOne
11-01-2012, 22:57
I had to cure the ignorance of people who haven't watched much tennis or much Andy ;) Well worth the effort in this case as now he's a fan :)
Sounds like a job well done Zainab! I have found myself putting his case forward on occasion. There's that much rubbish written about Andy it's hard to resist pointing out how it really is!!!
david1610
11-01-2012, 23:43
I had fun convincing a guy who comes to tennis about Lendl being a great coach for andy :) He didn't like Andy before but I managed to convince him that Andy was a lovely guy and since watching him he's realised a great player :)
I thanked your post but I wish there was a "Well done!" button!
JuaniCeballos Juan Ceballos
Ivan Lendl da indicaciones. Andy Murray escucha. Gran foto de @OpenCourt http://twitpic.com/86aymt
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No I didn't warm to him in his day either, Caro but I think at that time the players were more about the tennis than the personalities (I know Mac and Connors were characters but we didn't know quite so much about them off court I don't think), so the fact that Lendl, like Andy, might have been a totally different person off court, never occurred to me.
At any rate, I'm prepared to do my best to like anyone who can coach Andy to a GS (I know, fickle aren't I..........:lol:).
Yes, totally agree with all of this Pat. I am fickle too :rolling::rolling:
Wow, not much love for Greg here lol. I personally thinks he talks quite a bit of sense and I agreed with all he said in the Eurosport Aussie Open preview show.
His mental approach is the thing which is holding him back and there a few technical things he could definitely improve on
I totally agree Chris. He does talk sense when he thinks things through properly but I think Greg's problem is that sometimes he speaks before putting his brain in gear!! I will never forget him saying Pete Sampras was "half a step slow" when he beat him at the USO ... then Pete went on to win the tournament :rolling::rolling:
New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/13/sports/tennis/13iht-sraomurray13.html)- Murray Bets His Future on Lendl's Past
“As players, they couldn’t be further apart,” Wilander said of Murray and Lendl in an e-mail. “Ivan liked to ‘bully’ his opponent in practice, in the locker room and eventually in matches, whereas Murray seems to pay a lot of respect to his opponent’s game, sometimes too much, and ‘feels’ them out.”
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“They’ve been eerily similar so far to this point in their careers, and I think the personalities are quite similar in many respects as well,” Cahill said. “When we met Ivan in Miami, we probably spoke for about three hours or so. I was sitting back and listening to Ivan talk about tennis to Andy and the way he was captivating in the conversation, and the way Andy would fire away with questions about the current game, and Ivan was all over it. He was all over Rafa, all over Novak, all over Roger.”
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“All of these things are a factor for sure,” Lendl said. “But the idea of coaching really came as a result of enough people asking me if I would consider it that I finally felt that if the right situation came along, I might try it.”
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"“The guy hasn’t been good for tennis; he’s been so selfish, and he’s certainly not the kind of guy who brings out the best in others,” McEnroe once said of him in an Esquire interview.
But the men who worked most closely with Lendl the player — his longtime mentor, Wojtek Fibak, and Roche — said his trademark professionalism, tactical savvy and obsession over details that improve performance should make him a fine coach."
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NeilHarmanTimes Neil Harman
Relaxed and informal chat with Ivan Lendl at Melbourne Park. The more I think about his partnership with Andy Murray, the more I like it
:thanks: cazza. Looking forward to reading it - hopefully in tomorrow's Times.
Not sure if this yahoo article on Cahill's involvement is something new or a re-hash!
Anyhow, it's so positive, it's worth repeating... http://sports.yahoo.com/tennis/news?slug=reu-openmurraycoach
pippadaisy
12-01-2012, 18:50
probably a bit late with this but can't wait to see the year ahead and what Ivan can bring to Andys game
JAMES4578
12-01-2012, 18:54
I totally agree Chris. He does talk sense when he thinks things through properly but I think Greg's problem is that sometimes he speaks before putting his brain in gear!! I will never forget him saying Pete Sampras was "half a step slow" when he beat him at the USO ... then Pete went on to win the tournament :rolling::rolling:
That wasn't one of his his smartest comments, though I think he possibly could have beaten Sampras that year(after all it was a 5 setter) but Pete went from strength to strength in the subsequent rounds.
patmoren
12-01-2012, 20:29
Doesn't look as though there are any problems so far. Can we give them a bit of time to settle down instead of minutely examining every nuance of the reports?
BBC Overend blog (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2012/01/lendl_link_can_pay_off_for_mur.html): Lendl link can pay off for Andy
BBC (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/16541865.stm): Lendl praises Andy work ethic
The Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9012585/Ivan-Lendl-Andy-Murray-relationship-has-been-easy.html) - Ivan Lendl: Andy Murray relationship has been easy
Evening Standard (http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard-sport/article-24027725-andy-murray-can-bury-ghosts-of-past-after-finding-kindred-spirit-in-ivan-lendl-bids-to-bury-ghosts-of-past.do) - Andy Murray can bury ghosts of past after finding kindred spirit in Ivan Lendl
Press Association (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5i9vje9AW5nLB_lpNQcuVoGWTn5Ew?docId=N09693713 26459758508A) - McEnroe: Lendl right man for Murray
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/cahill-lendl-and-murray-are-match-made-in-heaven-6288938.html) - Cahill: Lendl and Murray are match made in heaven
Irish Examiner (http://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/sport/mcenroe-lendl-could-be-good-fit-for-murray-535776.html)- McEnroe: Lendl could be good fit for Murray
Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/opinion/story/0,25212,17136_7426362,00.html) - Ivan the inspirational
Mirror (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/more-sport/tennis/2012/01/13/australian-open-ivan-lendl-can-boost-andy-murray-s-grand-slam-hopes-115875-23697102/) - Australian Open: Ivan Lendl can boost Andy Murray's Grand Slam hopes
"John McEnroe: It pains me to say this but I think it will work out! When I first heard about it, it sounded desperate. But on reflection I was wrong. I think it will be interesting and it could work out really well. He brings credibility - he has won eight Grand Slam titles. He is a hard worker and is always very well prepared. He could definitely bring something to his game.
"It will be interesting to see how Andy acts and whether he regulates his behaviour. He is always yelling at his box. Whether he does that with a guy like Lendl, we will see. It is one thing doing it with Brad Gilbert. It is another thing doing it with Ivan Lendl."
johnkiernan35
13-01-2012, 21:13
here is a nice video.. of Lendl and Andy practising http://vimeo.com/34980462
lots of captions in this.. beware lol
Doesn't look as though there are any problems so far. Can we give them a bit of time to settle down instead of minutely examining every nuance of the reports?
Doesn't look like the press are going to let that happen Pat!
It will be the talk of the wash-house for a while but, hopefully, will settle down eventually when the media find something else to make a meal of.
It will be the talk of the wash-house for a while but, hopefully, will settle down eventually when the media will find something else to make a meal of.no chance, the British tennis hacks have been dinning out on andy for years
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/australianopen/9010834/Australian-Open-2012-Boris-Becker-says-Ivan-Lendl-and-Andy-Murray-can-be-a-dream-team.html)- Australian Open 2012: Boris Becker says Ivan Lendl and Andy Murray can be a dream team
david1610
13-01-2012, 23:40
here is a nice video.. of Lendl and Andy practising http://vimeo.com/34980462
lots of captions in this.. beware lol
This is really interesting. I must admit I was not expecting Mr Lendl to be doing such work on fundamentals like this, especially just before the AO. If he wants basic changes to fundamental strokes they will take time to come about and am surprised he hasn't at the least waited until after the first GS together given there might be the danger of confusing Andy and "going backwards before forwards".
Or perhaps he is just getting Andy to slightly tweak things.
But once again, I was not expecting this. Wonder if they are doing anything like this on serving, btw....
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jan/13/ivan-lendl-andy-murray-australian-open?newsfeed=true) - Ivan Lendl enjoys the crack as unlikely double act take centre stage
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9013270/Australian-Open-2012-Ivan-Lendl-says-he-wants-Andy-Murray-to-win-as-many-grand-slam-titles-as-he-did.html) - Australian Open 2012: Ivan Lendl says he wants Andy Murray to win as many grand slam titles as he did
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2086425/AUSTRALIAN-OPEN-2012-Tim-Henman-advised-Ivan-Lendl-new-role-Andy-Murray.html) - EXCLUSIVE: How Henman advised Lendl on new role with Murray
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2086433/AUSTRALIAN-OPEN-2012-Andy-Murray-bold-hire--Ivan-Lendl.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - It took guts to hire me! Lendl praises Murray's bold bid for Grand Slam
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jan/13/ivan-lendl-andy-murray-australian-open?newsfeed=true) - Ivan Lendl enjoys the crack as unlikely double act take centre stage
aggasi will be gutted he never applied for the role :pirate:
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2086425/AUSTRALIAN-OPEN-2012-Tim-Henman-advised-Ivan-Lendl-new-role-Andy-Murray.html) - EXCLUSIVE: How Henman advised Lendl on new role with Murray
if this is in the mail - then Tim had nothing to do with advising Ivan Lendl........ :rolling:
This is really interesting. I must admit I was not expecting Mr Lendl to be doing such work on fundamentals like this, especially just before the AO. If he wants basic changes to fundamental strokes they will take time to come about and am surprised he hasn't at the least waited until after the first GS together given there might be the danger of confusing Andy and "going backwards before forwards".
Or perhaps he is just getting Andy to slightly tweak things.
But once again, I was not expecting this. Wonder if they are doing anything like this on serving, btw....
Hopefully it is just a bit of tweaking!
What type of a phone is Lendl's anyway? Red? :shocked:
Interesting video. Looked like maybe he was telling Andy he turns his racket too much at the end of the forehand - he often seems to hit it in the net then.
I'm getting a good feeling about this duo :)
VamosVixs
14-01-2012, 12:14
I'm getting a good feeling about this duo :)
Me too!! Going to be an exciting year! :thumbup:
if this is in the mail - then Tim had nothing to do with advising Ivan Lendl........ :rolling:
They can't be called The Daily Fail for nothing :rolling:
Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/7429028/)- Murray - give it time
Here is just a selection of reports available. There are far too many repeating similar things to post.
AFP (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5i7H5UclB2LokNO_U6r2wk_1i5-_Q?docId=CNG.01fb6dc327a6394109c54439d2e4ab6c.391) - Murray says Lendl tennis recipe is slow-burner
Sydney Morning Herald (http://www.smh.com.au/sport/tennis/former-great-returns-to-set-up-some-major-plans-for-murray-20120114-1q0pv.html) - Former great returns to set up some major plans for Murray
"Would he have taken an appointment with anyone else? ''Unlikely,'' he replied. ''I knew I would be asked this so I tried to count. I've had between seven and 10 inquiries over the last 18 months. Some more serious than others but none was considered by me.''"
ATP site (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/01/2/Australian-Open-Preview-Murray-Ready-To-Take-His-Chance.aspx)- Murray Discusses Lendl Effect
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/130860.html) - Murray and I have to respect each other - Lendl
Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis-news/2012/01/14/australian-open-ivan-lendl-insists-being-named-andy-murray-coach-proves-scot-has-guts-to-take-risks-86908-23698680/)- Australian Open: Ivan Lendl insists being named Andy Murray coach proves Scot has guts to take risks
Herald Sun (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/tennis/ivan-lendl-lured-back-to-tennis-for-andy-murray-project/story-fn77kxzt-1226244296654) - Ivan Lendl lured back to tennis for Andy Murray project
Herald Scotland (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/interview-no-more-pressure-no-more-rants-lendl-takes-the-strain-for-murray.1326510269) - Interview: No more pressure, no more rants – Lendl takes the strain for Murray
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9013270/Australian-Open-2012-Ivan-Lendl-says-he-wants-Andy-Murray-to-win-as-many-grand-slam-titles-as-he-did.html) - Australian Open 2012: Ivan Lendl says he wants Andy Murray to win as many grand slam titles as he did
AndresMarkez Andrés Márquez
El Venezolano @danielvallverdu junto a la leyenda Ivan Lendl en la RLA hoy http://images.corleve.com/Sports/2012ATO/Practice-Sessions/20912634_4HWMwV#!i=1667755031&k=Rzxjm9D&lb=1&s=A http://images.corleve.com/Sports/2012ATO/Practice-Sessions/20912634_4HWMwV#!i=1667755022&k=ZQRsxKM&lb=1&s=A
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/when-ivan-lendl-met-the-press/) - When Ivan Lendl met the British Press
I really love that Mr Lendl is stepping up to the media plate and in a way is providing a shield for his protege. They may be having fun, they've clearly got respect for each other but at the same time IMHO it feels like Lendl is very protective of Andy, almost like a father figure. This may be just what Andy needs to enable him to focus on the winning. Somebody else has taken a load off his shoulders. Thank you Mr L!!!
david1610
14-01-2012, 21:16
Somebody else has taken a load off his shoulders. Thank you Mr L!!!
I am hoping to see that when Andy steps out on court for the really, really big matches and there is just a tennis player there looking forward to play the first point, and later on the final point, because Mr Lendl has taken care of the off court preparation!
Guardian/Observer (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jan/14/andy-murray-ivan-lendl-australian-open-tennis?newsfeed=true) - Ivan Lendl seeks peace as new recruit Andy Murray mans up for fight
looking past aus, with lendil based in the states, wonder if Andy might go the US ROUTE pre IW & MIAMI ?
looking past aus, with lendil based in the states, wonder if Andy might go the US ROUTE pre IW & MIAMI ?
May well do - I hope so.
looking past aus, with lendil based in the states, wonder if Andy might go the US ROUTE pre IW & MIAMI ?
Andy's entered Dubai again this year so I don't think he'll be doing the US.
I think after this GS he will be heading to America to work with Lendl before Dubai.
Mike_Dickson_DM Mike Dickson
Ivan Lendl tried to give me a bear hug tonight. Would have been lovely but he was just off court, dripping with sweat.
NeilHarmanTimes Neil Harman
Ivan Lendl hugs unsuspecting AO referee Wayne McKewen. Ivan drenched in sweat; Wayne's shirt now officially soaked!! I avoided a hug
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