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Sallydaisy
20-09-2022, 14:25
Europe v Rest of the World
Website: https://lavercup.com/

Team Europe: https://lavercup.com/team-europe
Team World: https://lavercup.com/team-world

Sallydaisy
20-09-2022, 19:12
Roger Federer told the Swiss Press, that his goal is to play Doubles on Friday on an «acceptable level». He won't play Singles.
Friday will be his final match as a professional

Sallydaisy
20-09-2022, 19:49
From the LTA: "just a couple of legends hanging out at the Laver Cup"
;)

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FdHUv7GWIAAqPv3?format=jpg&name=900x900

HoopGirl
21-09-2022, 07:13
Can’t deny - this is all rather sad!

themass15
21-09-2022, 09:32
Can't wait to go

harriet
21-09-2022, 20:00
Can't wait to go

will this be on tv?

HoopGirl
21-09-2022, 20:33
Love the way Federer included Andy in his battles as part of the Big 4!
Recently Andy’s been sidelined from that group by commentators and others. - but Andy was very much part of that group - pushing them as he pushed himself

exislander
21-09-2022, 21:02
will this be on tv?

Eurosport Player has it.

Jane
22-09-2022, 11:47
Andy plays de Minaur at 7.00pm tomorrow. Eurosport 1 - Sky 410

https://lavercup.com/schedule

themass15
22-09-2022, 16:15
Eurosport Player has it.

and Eurosport 1

Stell
22-09-2022, 16:34
I really enjoyed today, except Annabel Croft and her co-American presenter had to keep naming the sponsors. They’d got two large screens which people, who didn’t have any tickets, could watch. One had a few rows of deckchairs in front of it and the other was in the warm up area for the players. They were allowing everybody to queue to go into the warm up area. I saw Cameron Norrie with Rafs Nadal after the practice session had finished. Federer turned up in the Swiss marquee and it was complete chaos as everyone, standing round it, jostled to either get a photo or his autograph. The security people just stood there, telling everyone not to push anybody else.

themass15
22-09-2022, 17:28
Glad you enjoyed it Stell, really looking forward to going tomorrow with Jackie55

HoopGirl
22-09-2022, 17:28
I really enjoyed today, except Annabel Croft and her co-American presenter had to keep naming the sponsors. They’d got two large screens which people, who didn’t have any tickets, could watch. One had a few rows of deckchairs in front of it and the other was in the warm up area for the players. They were allowing everybody to queue to go into the warm up area. I saw Cameron Norrie with Rafs Nadal after the practice session had finished. Federer turned up in the Swiss marquee and it was complete chaos as everyone, standing round it, jostled to either get a photo or his autograph. The security people just stood there, telling everyone not to push anybody else.

Did you have some sort of special opportunity to see this in person or just turn up?

Guerkins2
22-09-2022, 18:44
Can't wait to go
Have a fantastic time

HoopGirl
22-09-2022, 21:55
Andy being ripped by Bjorn and paying the bill

https://www.eurosport.co.uk/tennis/laver-cup-3/2022/he-was-ripping-me-andy-murray-lifts-lid-on-dinner-with-roger-federer-and-bjorn-borg_vid1754135/video.shtml

Stell
23-09-2022, 17:53
I decided to join the Eurosport just to watch the Laver Cup. But, there is no sound on my iPad. Any ideas?

Stell
23-09-2022, 18:20
Andy and de Minaur warming up.

Stell
23-09-2022, 18:31
Andy serves first and gets broken straightaway.

Stell
23-09-2022, 18:47
I went back to the Swiss marquee, HoopGirl, and saw a large crowd standing round it. So, I joined them and that’s how it became chaotic as more people suddenly turned up after realising Federer was there. I think in yesterday’s arena about half the crowd were screaming children.

Stell
23-09-2022, 18:52
Team Europe stand and cheer as Andy breaks back.

Stell
23-09-2022, 18:57
4 - 3.

Stell
23-09-2022, 19:14
5 - 4.

Stell
23-09-2022, 19:25
6 - 5.

Teresa
23-09-2022, 19:43
First set to AM.

Stell
23-09-2022, 19:43
Andy screams with delight and the Europe team celebrate as de Minaur does a double fault and hands the first set to Andy.

patlowe
23-09-2022, 19:45
That was breathtaking tennis! I wriggled and squirmed in my seat with every ball that was struck. This is so good.

Stell
23-09-2022, 20:00
de Minaur breaks Andy’s serve to make it 1 - 2..

Stell
23-09-2022, 20:29
de Minaur breaks Andy’s serve to make it 1 - 2..

Stell
23-09-2022, 20:30
One set all.

Stell
23-09-2022, 20:49
De Minaur wins the match.

HoopGirl
23-09-2022, 20:49
Oh boy!
I am sad, sad, sad

JAMES4578
23-09-2022, 21:31
What a pity(cramping issue in latter stages), however some intense and exciting play.

Stell
23-09-2022, 21:54
De Minaur wins the match.

Stell
23-09-2022, 21:55
Federer and Nadal win the first set 6 - 4.

Stell
23-09-2022, 23:00
Tie break in the second set.

Stell
23-09-2022, 23:08
One set all.

Stell
23-09-2022, 23:27
Federer cries as he and Nadal lose the match.

murrayfan89
23-09-2022, 23:53
Amazing entertainment... Thanks to Andy and everyone else that participated and goodbye to Roger, a tennis legend (even if he did drive me mad at times with so many wins at Andy's expense). Hopefully we will still see him around in exhibitions.

Stell
24-09-2022, 00:00
Nadal was a bit emotional as well during Federer’s farewell.

banskogirl
24-09-2022, 09:47
What a night! Never thought I’d shed tears over Fed but, as part of Andy’s history, I found it really emotional! Although it was a bit like baby blues, laughing at the same time!

I’m beginning to think Andy’s monkey is back and it’s his belief that is missing some, his game is really there and even the cramping could be stress! Great shots from Andy and I was sure he’d win but loved it anyway!

themass15
24-09-2022, 10:51
So lucky to be there although Jackie and I left after the 1st set and watched the end at home. Very emotional ending to a wonderful career

JAMES4578
24-09-2022, 13:52
certainly an emotional night , a fitting tribute. Obviously would have been better had Roger/Rafa won but in the end it was the experience that mattered. All the other players also proud to part of it.

Stell
24-09-2022, 17:21
Just got back from the fan zone in the warm up area. I loved it when Andy was interviewed during Norris’s match and said he’d texted Norris’s coach on what Norrie should do during the second set.

Stell
24-09-2022, 19:42
Novak wins 6 - 1, 6 - 3 against Tiafoe.

Stell
24-09-2022, 20:54
Berrettini and Djokovic win the first set 7 - 5.

HoopGirl
24-09-2022, 21:03
What a night! Never thought I’d shed tears over Fed but, as part of Andy’s history, I found it really emotional! Although it was a bit like baby blues, laughing at the same time!

I’m beginning to think Andy’s monkey is back and it’s his belief that is missing some, his game is really there and even the cramping could be stress! Great shots from Andy and I was sure he’d win but loved it anyway!

Great point about stress - it might well be!

Stell
24-09-2022, 21:27
Team Europe celebrate as Berrettini and Djokovic win the match 6 - 2.

JAMES4578
24-09-2022, 21:37
Norrie could not quite complete the recovery against Fritz this time though hopefully gained some confidence, Djokovic dominate proceedings tonight though Berrettini was also impressive. Team Europe now in strong position at 8-4.

themass15
24-09-2022, 21:48
Just on my way home on another fantastic day at Laver Cup

jackie55
24-09-2022, 22:34
Just on my way home on another fantastic day at Laver Cup

Yes, and looking forward to doing it all again tomorrow!!

jackie55
24-09-2022, 22:38
Andy being ripped by Bjorn and paying the bill

https://www.eurosport.co.uk/tennis/laver-cup-3/2022/he-was-ripping-me-andy-murray-lifts-lid-on-dinner-with-roger-federer-and-bjorn-borg_vid1754135/video.shtml

Oh that is a shame, link not working

Stell
25-09-2022, 06:53
Nice to see Andy playing with Berrettini in today’s doubles match.

themass15
25-09-2022, 09:18
Really looking forward to being there again today

Teresa
25-09-2022, 11:36
Thought this match was last on. It’s actually first. It’s started.

3:1 to Murray and Berittini. Murray has just held to 15.

Teresa
25-09-2022, 11:49
First set to Murray and Berritinni 6:2. Murray’s serve us working, which makes all the difference.

Teresa
25-09-2022, 12:05
Berritinni broken at start of set 2. 0:3

Teresa
25-09-2022, 12:39
1:1 - the dreaded match tiebreak:-(

Teresa
25-09-2022, 12:54
Lost on the match tiebreak. I hate tiebreaks.

harriet
25-09-2022, 13:29
ugh, alas Andy dumped the ball in the net which handed to point to World, served it out from 9 - 8.
i see Felix is straight back out playing Djo, fascinating warm up session Djo just put himself through.

banskogirl
25-09-2022, 14:39
Gutted for Andy that he lost in the doubles and hoping he doesn't take it personally!

Off course I want Europe to win but if Felix plays his game here and not 'Djoko' then he should get this one!

As a wee extra I keep thinking Stefanos looks a little lacking in confidence sometimes when going forward to cheer and maybe not as self important as I expected.

Rosalind
25-09-2022, 16:51
I thought I should cheer for Novak but actually pleased Felix won. I don't understand how they pick the players but why put Novak out if he's got a bad wrist? Team World are always a group of young players and the underdogs against such formidable talent. I wouldn't mind too much if they won

HoopGirl
25-09-2022, 18:11
I thought I should cheer for Novak but actually pleased Felix won. I don't understand how they pick the players but why put Novak out if he's got a bad wrist? Team World are always a group of young players and the underdogs against such formidable talent. I wouldn't mind too much if they won

Well they did win!
A very strong team.
Hope Andy is okay - I thought he played well

Stell
25-09-2022, 18:32
I and everyone else got filmed, twice. We hoped to appear on the big screen and to everyone watching at home. Instead, everyone except the two female Federer fans were cut out. As soon as Tiafoe had won it, they put all the deckchairs up for sale.

Rosalind
25-09-2022, 18:51
Well they did win!
A very strong team.
Hope Andy is okay - I thought he played well

Yes , I hope he enjoyed it. It's so enjoyable to watch - I hope it's as fun to play.

HoopGirl
25-09-2022, 18:53
Trouble is it may not have boosted his confidence in the way a win would have

JAMES4578
25-09-2022, 19:11
Certainly was exciting and some fightback from Team World, well done! Team Europe seems to have the edge but could not make it count and as well as Auger Aliassime played Djokovic's wrist was obviously an issue. Felt Tsitsipas let it slip somewhat mind you,even if some stirring play from Tiafoe in the latter stages. pity obviously Andy/Matteo could not get over the line though still was pretty good performance.

Vancouver staging 2023 followed by Berlin in 2024 , See more here https://lavercup.com/news/2022/06/22/vancouver-and-berlin-announced-as-laver-cup-2023-and-2024-host-cities

suttontennis
26-09-2022, 06:32
Think Europe need to include a doubles specialist next time. Having Sock was a big boost to the World team, even if he didnt win all 3 matches his experience was v useful to the pairings. Or maybe both teams include a doubles pair.

themass15
26-09-2022, 08:55
Thoroughly enjoyed the tournament, glad I went and am thinking about Berlin .....

Agree with Suttontennis above about the doubles specialist.

banskogirl
26-09-2022, 18:08
Have read on twitter that Andy and Steff are now friends on Instagram. Good if no grudges being held. I also thought Andy was the best at cheering and encouraging when players missed a point rather than only when they were winning, when it isn't needed as much.

HoopGirl
27-09-2022, 12:23
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99JbYHg-uA
Andy and Roger partying after and other good stuff about the weekend