Barclays ATP World Tour Finals - London 2011 at the O2.

[Sallydaisy]

LONDON 2012

The best players in the World converge on our capital city for the tennis World Tour Finals.

:dance:

[cazza99]

from Sept 2011


Great news - Andy has now qualified.
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

Copied over from Golden Lady's post in the R2 match thread.


I know this doesn't belong here but just had an email from Barclays ATP to say that Andy has qualified for London. Excellent news!


Thanks Sally, fantastic news that Andy has qualified earlier than he did last year!


wahey! Well done Andy! That murraycoaster had a very sweet ending indeed :D


Woooooooooohooooooo. I hadn't realised that Andy was so close. :):):)


WELL DONE ANDY!!..........Had'nt even thought about it to be honest!!!


Excellent although unfortunately I can't go this year.


Hm, just checked, there are still no tickets available for the Saturday.

[Sallydaisy]

Neil Harman on twitter:



The draw for the WTF will take place live on Sky Sports News at 11.30 am on Tuesday, November 15.

[Linda]

Today on their website the ATP announced that Berdy had qualified and even included a quote from him about having qualified. Then they checked their sums and found that he hasn't qualified yet after all, so they deleted the article. Complete incompetence.

[xenon21]

Epic fail tweet bt ATP


Correction and apologies: #Berdych is close, but has not yet qualified for #finalshowdown. Three spots remain up for grabs in Paris. #atp


What if Berdy doesn't qualify? Would be an even bigger boo-boo by them!

[pabbers]

Today on their website the ATP announced that Berdy had qualified and even included a quote from him about having qualified. Then they checked their sums and found that he hasn't qualified yet after all, so they deleted the article. Complete incompetence.
Wouldn't even give them that much credit!;)

[david1610]

Epic fail tweet bt ATP



What if Berdy doesn't qualify? Would be an even bigger boo-boo by them!
Ah! So it must be the "Arithmetically Terribly Perplexing" Tour...

Actually, unless they know more about what is in the water that the players drink than the rest of us, there is another howler on their site when describing Andy's year to date:

"At Roland Garros, Murray became the first man since Henman in 2004 to reach the SFs." ...

[-J-]

Ah! So it must be the "Arithmetically Terribly Perplexing" Tour...

Actually, unless they know more about what is in the water that the players drink than the rest of us, there is another howler on their site when describing Andy's year to date:

"At Roland Garros, Murray became the first man since Henman in 2004 to reach the SFs." ...:yikes:

[Jan]

Ah! So it must be the "Arithmetically Terribly Perplexing" Tour...

Actually, unless they know more about what is in the water that the players drink than the rest of us, there is another howler on their site when describing Andy's year to date:

"At Roland Garros, Murray became the first man since Henman in 2004 to reach the SFs." ...
:rolling:

[Yorkie]

Unless Tipsarevic beats Berdych today the final 3 places will be confirmed as Berdych, Tsonga and Fish as Tipsy is the only remaining challenger needing to win Paris to qualify. Even if Tipsy wins two of the expected 3 qualifiers will be confirmed today with Fish and Tsonga qualifying if they win and Berdy qualifying if one of the others also lose. If all 3 lose today then Berdy and Tsonga will be the 2 to be confirmed today.

[Sallydaisy]

Berdych did it.

From the ATP Home Page (they finally got it right):-

Tomas Berdych (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/BA47.aspx), Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/T786.aspx) and Mardy Fish (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/F339.aspx) will complete the singles player field at the 2011 Barclays ATP World Tour Finals (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Tournaments/London-Finals.aspx), to be held November 20-27 at The O2 in London, featuring the world’s Top 8 singles players and doubles teams.

All three players were guaranteed their place among the world’s Top 8 following results at the BNP Paribas Masters (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Tournaments/Paris.aspx) in Paris on Thursday after Berdych defeated Janko Tipsarevic (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/T742.aspx). Berdych, Tsonga and Fish join a star-studded line up including Novak Djokovic (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/D643.aspx), Rafael Nadal (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/N409.aspx), Andy Murray (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/MC10.aspx), Roger Federer (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/F324.aspx) and David Ferrer (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Players/F401.aspx) at The O2 in London.

[Murray's_Backhand]

Looking forward to the WTF so much! Really think Andy is gonna win it, I have a good feeling about it. Im almost certain that Andy and Rafa are going to be in the same group. I don't even need to wait for the draw to know that! I don't rate Berdych all that much but i'll be honest and say i want to avoid him in the RR!

[harriet]

would love to see berdych and tsonga in andy's pool, excitement galore, it's time andy found a way to beat tommy

[Alis]

I don't think Berdy will be a problem for Andy at the 02 - hopefully the court will be faster than Paris and Andy will be more rested and niggle free.

[rouges]

would love to see berdych and tsonga in andy's pool, excitement galore, it's time andy found a way to beat tommy

According to the Group Standings on the Barclay's page

Group A
1 Rafa
2 Novak
3 Berdych
4 Fish

Group B
1 Roger
2 Andy
3 Tsonga
4 ferrer.
Don't know how accurate that is.

[rouges]

The draw isn't being done till Wednesday - that must be last year's.
It said 2011 and Fish was not there last year but Roddick and Sorderling were.

[Linda]

Yeah, I just realised that and deleted my post! How strange.

[Sallydaisy]

It said 2011 and Fish was not there last year but Roddick and Sorderling were.

Yeah, I just realised that and deleted my post! How strange.

Probably the ATP tour website making yet another mess of things.

I can only think they're doing a 'dry run' to check the results page is working.

The Draw is definitely scheduled for Monday.

If, when it is done, it is the same as what Rouge has posted there are going to be some very red faces about the place.

[Linda]

:lol:

[JAMES4578]

Surely the groups wouldn't be decided already , according to the schedule (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Finals/2011/Schedule/Schedule-Landing.aspx) draw is in Monday the 14th.

[Linda]

They've now said today that the draw will be live on Tuesday at 12.30 on Radio 5 Live.

[Sallydaisy]

Just checking this link before tweeting a couple of people...
http://www.atpworldtour.com/Scores/Finals-Group-Standings-2011.aspx

[JAMES4578]

They've now said today that the draw will be live on Tuesday at 12.30 on Radio 5 Live.

oh right, thanks. Thought they originally said Tueday mind you!

[Sallydaisy]

They've now said today that the draw will be live on Tuesday at 12.30 on Radio 5 Live.


oh right, thanks. Thought they originally said Tueday mind you!

I heard that too - so why on earth is the site showing Monday 14th?

I think they are still 'building' the information but you'd think they'd have the sense to do so on a test site and not on the open one!!!
I've just tweeted Steven, Stu and Neil Harman. Will be interesting to see comments ...
;)

[Linda]

They previously said 11.30am on Sky Sports News. They might change it again yet!

NB that arrangement of the groups can't be right, because Rafa and Nole shouldn't be in the same group.

[Sallydaisy]

What a shambles it is ...

:lol:

They are obviously setting it up and testing things out and haven't got the nous to do it behind the scenes!!!
Rare I'd say this but they really are a bunch of silly wotsits.

[Linda]

They couldn't organise a celebration in a brewery.

[JAMES4578]

Organised chaos :lol: You'd think they'd at least nknow 1 and 2 can't be in the same group!

[Yorkie]

So who would people choose for Andy's group. I assume its 1st & 2nd in different groups, 3rd & 4th split, 5th & 6th split and 7th & 8th split. In that case unless there are any early withdrawls its pick one from each of thes pairs

Djokovick & Nadal
Ferrer & Tsonga
Berdych & Fish

I think my ideal group for Andy from these choices would be Djokovic, Ferrer and Fish what is anyone elses thoughts?

[Madeline]

Definitely. The name Fish doesn't bring up good memories, but his fitness is in question.

[Alis]

So who would people choose for Andy's group. I assume its 1st & 2nd in different groups, 3rd & 4th split, 5th & 6th split and 7th & 8th split. In that case unless there are any early withdrawls its pick one from each of thes pairs

Djokovick & Nadal
Ferrer & Tsonga
Berdych & Fish

I think my ideal group for Andy from these choices would be Djokovic, Ferrer and Fish what is anyone elses thoughts?

Yes, this would be my choice too.

[Linda]

I think it's 1st & 2nd in different groups but the others are just random?

All of them would be tough matches. These are, after all, the 8 best players in the world - so we can't expect any easy matches.

[patmoren]

Although on a good day Andy can beat any of them , we need to hope his killer instinct is in evidence most of the time. :tennis:

[Alis]

I think it's 1st & 2nd in different groups but the others are just random?

All of them would be tough matches. These are, after all, the 8 best players in the world - so we can't expect any easy matches.

Not sure about that Linda - I think it has always been 1/2 in different groups, then 3/4 on opposite sides and the rest random but I may be wrong.

[Golden Lady]

Although on a good day Andy can beat any of them , we need to hope his killer instinct is in evidence most of the time. :tennis:

Agree Pat! I remember how worried we were last year for Andy's first match with Sod and he came out and thrashed him!

I do think that should Andy meet Berdy in the group stage he will prevail this time.

[Katie]

Yes I think he'd beat Berdy if they met at the wtf too - he'd raise his level of play. Andy was so close this week and he can play much better.

It'll be the first time Andy's not had to face Federer in the group stages - given how well Federer plays in London, not a bad thing really. Not sure whether I want Andy to be in a group with Novak or Rafa. On current form (if his injury is still bad) then Novak would be the easier match in the RR stage, but I don't really fancy Andy meeting Rafa in yet another semi-final!

[patmoren]

Yes I think he'd beat Berdy if they met at the wtf too - he'd raise his level of play. Andy was so close this week and he can play much better.

It'll be the first time Andy's not had to face Federer in the group stages - given how well Federer plays in London, not a bad thing really. Not sure whether I want Andy to be in a group with Novak or Rafa. On current form (if his injury is still bad) then Novak would be the easier match in the RR stage, but I don't really fancy Andy meeting Rafa in yet another semi-final!
Mind you it is always a match worth watching, the atmosphere in the arena last year was unbelievable. Will miss it this year.

[Linda]

There have been a few articles in the last couple of days saying that Rafa also has a shoulder injury.

[rouges]

There have been a few articles in the last couple of days saying that Rafa also has a shoulder injury.

What is the problem, if it's not the shoulder, it's the glut. Come boys, do not disappoint us. Take care and good health all. :cheers:

[super8]

I am assuming that the draw taking place on Tuesday will not only include the groupings of the players, but also details/ dates of all the round-robin matches. Do any of you know if this would be a correct assumption?

[supergran]

I never join in these guessing games as I say if he is going to win he has to beat everybody. We know he can do that on a given day. So come what may .........let's go Andy, let's go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[harriet]

my ideal group would include berdych and tsonga, for excitement, nole, if he is fit. i want some exciting matches, and put the hex on fedX, tho wouldn't put it past him to get the title again this year, in his super smooth glide into the future
oh, and by the way, if rafa or nole aren't fit, andy will be ranked 2, and then he might have fedX in his pool!!! what fun that would be!! bring it on,amuse me!!!

[Guerkins2]

I am assuming that the draw taking place on Tuesday will not only include the groupings of the players, but also details/ dates of all the round-robin matches. Do any of you know if this would be a correct assumption?
I remember last year after the draw I knew which days Andy was playing, but not whether it was afternoon or evening. I assume it wil be the same this year.

[Madeline]

I went onto the Andy Murray official website to see if they had yet put up anything about his schedule in January (they hadn't) and noticed that on the information about the WTF, they had put Andy's rank at the start as #5. . .:shamed::shamed::shamed:

And for last year, it states "RR" when he got to the semis!

How bad can an official site be?

[wisvikefan4]

Those people in charge of updates ought to be fired there. I mean, really!! That's the best they can do???? I'm sure they could find others willing to do a much better job.

[RoastLamb]

How bad can an official site be?

Is this the official site that dumped his forum with no warning? Then, BAD as BAD can be. ;)

[LC the fan]

I am assuming that the draw taking place on Tuesday will not only include the groupings of the players, but also details/ dates of all the round-robin matches. Do any of you know if this would be a correct assumption?

Thats what happened last year - at least for the first 2 days.

What happens if Djoko withdraws ? Presumably Tipsy takes over - seem to remember that's why Soderling was in 2 years ago in place of ARod. It would be great if Andy was promoted to 2 - bet he would manage to get Fed in his section though.

[WimbledonAce]

Once the draw is done we will know the first round matches as 1 or 2 will play 7 or 8 and 3 or 4 will play 5 or 6. However,second round matches will not be known until first round played as is winners v winners and losers v losers within each group.

[Linda]

But we'll know who is playing on which days. If Andy plays on Sunday, then he also plays Tuesday and Thursday. But if he starts on Monday, then he also plays Wednesday and Friday.

[xenon21]

When will we find out which days each group are playing? Really hoping they stick to the usual trend of andy playing on sunday afternoon

[JAMES4578]

When will we find out which days each group are playing? Really hoping they stick to the usual trend of andy playing on sunday afternoon

We'll know that today after the draw at 12.30.

[AllyB]

SSN showing Group A - Djokovic, Murray, Ferrer and Berdych

[Alis]

Group A: Djokovic, Murray, Ferrer, Berdych
Group B: Nadal, Federer, Tsonga, Fish

[Aya]

Every RR match is winnable for Andy. Come on, let's go!

[harriet]

so, andy will play djo, berdych and ferrer, three of my four picks came in

[harriet]

so will the first games be djo v berdych, and andy v ferrer?

[Alis]

Not sure about that Harriet. Does anyone know when they announce the first day's OOP?

[harriet]

they are so spectator unfriendly that i wouldn't put it past them to post first OOP on that day!

[Alis]

Andy will play on Sunday - no announcement yet as to whether it will be the afternoon or evening session.

[pippadaisy]

Are the BBc showing this does anyone know' usually there are loads of ads but I haven't seen any

[RoastLamb]

Berdych. GULP! Glad Fed is in Rafa's group and they're both away from Andy.

[Sallydaisy]

Andy will play on Sunday - no announcement yet as to whether it will be the afternoon or evening session.

Do you have a link for that Alis?


Are the BBc showing this does anyone know' usually there are loads of ads but I haven't seen any
The BBC are showing the afternoon sessions and the Final per Piers Newbury on Twitter:

Live coverage of each afternoon singles and the final on BBC2 & online, all singles on 5 live Sports Extra. bbc.in/2UUdzE (http://t.co/mIkUQC1P) #bbctennis (http://twitter.com/#!/search?q=%23bbctennis)



Also from the Beeb notes about (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/15739037.stm) the draw:

Djokovic and Nadal, as the top two seeds, were kept apart in the draw, as were third-ranked Murray and fourth seed Federer.

Ferrer and Tsonga, as the fifth and sixth best players in the word were also separated, as were seventh and eighth-ranked Berdych and Fish.



Until there is OFFICIAL confirmation of the OOP this is the planned schedule BUT I am not sure which group plays first so Days 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 could be reversed.

Day 1: Group A to start???
If so the likely matches (1 day, 1 night) are [1] Djokovic vs ?, [3] Murray vs ?
Day 2: Group B on 2nd day???
If so the likely matches are [2] Nadal vs ?, [4] Federer vs ?
Day 3: Group A winners play each other, Group A losers play each other
Day 4: Groub B winners play each other, Group B losers play each other
Day 5: Group A players play the player they haven't yet played in their group
Day 6: Group B players play the player they haven't yet played in their group
Day 7: Winner of Grp A plays the R/Up of Group B, Winner of Grp B plays the R/Up of Group A.
Day 8: Winners of the matches on Day 7 play.

Each Day session has 1 doubles and 1 singles match. Ditto night session.
Until the OOP is out it's impossible to know who will be on the day or night sessions or who they'll play.

[Alis]

The Beeb did say they would cover every match - singles and doubles.

[Sallydaisy]

The Beeb did say they would cover every match - singles and doubles.
It looks as though Beeb in that context doesn't include live television coverage but a mix of TV and Radio. Their Tennis coverage schedule (BBC and Radio 5) can be found here:-
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/genres/sport/tennis/schedules/2011/11/20

If you've some better information please let us know and give a link?
:thumbup:

[Sallydaisy]

Andy (and Group A) look like playing 2nd fiddle next week.
Radio5live on twitter:


Hearing ATP World Tour Finals will open with Federer v Tsonga on Sunday afternoon. Murray first match on Monday afternoon. TBC.11 minutes ago (http://twitter.com/#!/5livetennis/status/136464223281745920)




Can you get to London for Monday afternioon? Tickets still available for Andy Murray v David Ferrer. Confirmed schedule expected soon.10 minutes ago (http://twitter.com/#!/5livetennis/status/136464610944491520)

[Alis]

It looks as though Beeb in that context doesn't include live television coverage but a mix of TV and Radio. Their Tennis coverage schedule (BBC and Radio 5) can be found here:-
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/genres/sport/tennis/schedules/2011/11/20

If you've some better information please let us know and give a link?
:thumbup:

Ah, I see - the devil is in the detail!

[Sallydaisy]

Ah, I see - the devil is in the detail!
Unfortunately for us tennis fans ...
:sad:

[Alis]

Andy (and Group A) look like playing 2nd fiddle next week.
Radio5live on twitter:

Congratulations to all those who have tickets for Monday afternoon - we did last year but, sadly, didn't get to see Andy!

[LC the fan]

If that's the case I may not see Andy either. We have tickets for both matches on Tuesday and the Wednesday afternoon session so if Andy kicks off on Monday I only have a 50% chance.
Having said that, the only top ten player I have never seen play live is Rafa so I'll have that compensation

[HenFan]

If this OOP is true then I'm gutted as it means I won't get to see Andy play - we always go on the first Sunday! :(

However, the only compensation is that literally ALL the other players I actually want to see are in the other group - guess I'll just have to scout the practice courts and see if I can spot Andy there... :)

Take care... :)

[harriet]

another link to beeb coverage of WTF, singles on BBC2, red button after 5pm, and 5live commentary (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/6102132.stm)

[Sallydaisy]

OOP CONFIRMATION - this from the ATP website (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Finals/2011.aspx)

Sunday 20 November 2011 - Group B
12:15: Doubles
14.00: Federer vs. Tsonga
18:15: Doubles
20.00: Nadal vs. Fish

Monday 21 November 2011 - Group A
12:15: Doubles
14.00: Murray vs. Ferrer
18:15: Doubles
20.00: Djokovic vs. Berdych

Thereafter, but subject to issue of daily OOP to confirm who plays day/night sessions.
Day 3: Groub B winners play each other, Group B losers play each other
Day 4: Group A winners play each other, Group A losers play each other
Day 5: Group B players play the player they haven't yet played in their group
Day 6: Group A players play the player they haven't yet played in their group
Day 7: Winner of Grp A plays the R/Up of Grp B, Winner of Grp B plays the R/Up of Grp A.
Day 8: Winners of the matches on Day 7 play.

[harriet]

and i think it's all on Sky, inc doubles. drawback is the ads all the time of course

[Alis]

If this OOP is true then I'm gutted as it means I won't get to see Andy play - we always go on the first Sunday! :(

However, the only compensation is that literally ALL the other players I actually want to see are in the other group - guess I'll just have to scout the practice courts and see if I can spot Andy there... :)

Take care... :)

We watched an Andy practice session last uear and found it very entertaining. We also watched a Soderling practice session complete with tantrums and smashed racquets - quite enlightening!

[Sallydaisy]

Ummm, someone correct me if I'm wrong but I'm sure that last year I only had to produce my ticket to gain access to the Arena. Everywhere else is open to the general public (for exhibitions, cinema, food/drink etc) at the O2 so if you lived in London you could sit and watch the practice sessions for most of the day!!! There were 3 courts last year - 1 about halfway along towards the Arena and a pair much closer.

[Jan]

Ummm, someone correct me if I'm wrong but I'm sure that last year I only had to produce my ticket to gain access to the Arena. Everywhere else is open to the general public (for exhibitions, cinema, food/drink etc) at the O2 so if you lived in London you could sit and watch the practice sessions for most of the day!!! There were 3 courts last year - 1 about halfway along towards the Arena and a pair much closer.
yes, that's right.

[Sallydaisy]

Thanks Jan.

There are some incredibly tough doubles matches next week. All the guys are playing well and any pair could win. Well worth watching - but only on Sky or livestreams ...

[jeannie13]

Pardon me if I have got this wrong sally, but as group B play on Sun. &group A on Mon., Shouldn't day 3 be group B & so on.... :confused:

[Alis]

Ummm, someone correct me if I'm wrong but I'm sure that last year I only had to produce my ticket to gain access to the Arena. Everywhere else is open to the general public (for exhibitions, cinema, food/drink etc) at the O2 so if you lived in London you could sit and watch the practice sessions for most of the day!!! There were 3 courts last year - 1 about halfway along towards the Arena and a pair much closer.

Absolutely correct and a great way to while away a few hours if you have the time and are near to the 02.

[Sallydaisy]

Pardon me if I have got this wrong sally, but as group B play on Sun. &group A on Mon., Shouldn't day 3 be group B & so on.... :confused:
Yes, my bad. Thanks for spotting it.
That was copied over from the original draft before we knew which group was playing which days.
I'll change it.

[VamosVixs]

I was hoping Andy would be on Sunday or Monday night. Will miss his match due to work. :sad:

[Mickey]

I'm just looking forward to watching Andy's matches and seeing him go all the way. Only I will be watching it on the TV and not be there in person, so those of you who are there can shout twice as loudly so that my voice will be joined with yours.

[Yorkie]

So who would people choose for Andy's group. I assume its 1st & 2nd in different groups, 3rd & 4th split, 5th & 6th split and 7th & 8th split. In that case unless there are any early withdrawls its pick one from each of thes pairs

Djokovick & Nadal
Ferrer & Tsonga
Berdych & Fish

I think my ideal group for Andy from these choices would be Djokovic, Ferrer and Fish what is anyone elses thoughts?

Oh well I suppose 2 out of 3 of my favoured picks is not too bad. I'm sure Andy will want revenge against Berdy so maybe its good to draw him in the group stages.

[LC the fan]

OK - well I get to see Rafa and Tsonga play - and just have to hope that Andy comes on in the afternoon match on wednesday. That, however, is unlikely as I suspect he'll be playing Novak which will be scheduled for the evening.
Ah well - have to be home in time for Sky Sports !!!
Guess I'm just lucky to see 6 out of the 8.........but I will miss Andy

[Alis]

OK - well I get to see Rafa and Tsonga play - and just have to hope that Andy comes on in the afternoon match on wednesday. That, however, is unlikely as I suspect he'll be playing Novak which will be scheduled for the evening.
Ah well - have to be home in time for Sky Sports !!!
Guess I'm just lucky to see 6 out of the 8.........but I will miss Andy

How unlucky is that LC? Never mind - I'm sure you'll have a great time!

[xenon21]

Ummm, someone correct me if I'm wrong but I'm sure that last year I only had to produce my ticket to gain access to the Arena. Everywhere else is open to the general public (for exhibitions, cinema, food/drink etc) at the O2 so if you lived in London you could sit and watch the practice sessions for most of the day!!! There were 3 courts last year - 1 about halfway along towards the Arena and a pair much closer.

That is what I want to do a few days. Nadal often practised on the less accessible court last year! Hope Andy doesn't do that this year!

[Linda]

If I lived near there, I would definitely go in to watch the players practising for free!

[lynne]

ATP WTFinals player profiles......http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/2011/Uncovered/Episode-45/ATP-Uncovered-S3-E45-Barclays-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-Contenders.aspx

[JAMES4578]

Group A: Djokovic, Murray, Ferrer, Berdych
Group B: Nadal, Federer, Tsonga, Fish

It was always going to be tough either way but on balance i'd rather Andy was in this field in the initial stages. Though of course we can't count on it Nole may not be 100% early on and whilst Andy had that unfortunate loss to Berdy I'm sure he can gain revenge. Due to the rankings he was always going to avoid Fed anyway.



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Welcome back Chris!

[david1610]

I think it has only been mentioned once in the posts so far, if I read correctly, but I think there is a possibility that a reserve player will have to be used at some point, given the condition and injury record this season of some players coming in to the tournament.
This could influence the group stage and, who knows, even the later stage. Whether that will be good or bad for Andy, I do not know, but it is certainly a wrinkle that should not be forgotten.

[HenFan]

Such is my dedication to the Murray cause that I've now stuck my Sunday tickets up on eBay and have already purchased tickets to see Andy vs. David Ferrer on the Monday - my hope being that the sale of these will fund seeing Andy. :)

As much as I'd love to see the others (in fact EVERY other player I'd like to see aside from Andy is playing on Sunday), no player even comes close to Andy for me - I've been very sad at the thought of missing out on seeing Andy and so today resolved to do something about it! ;)

I won't list the tickets here in case they breach any forum rules, but I hope it's OK for me to say that if anyone was interested in buying / bidding on these, please feel free to send me a PM. :) (Sincere apologies if I'm not supposed to say this.)

UPDATE: The tickets sold within 10 minutes!!! Very happy with this result - Andy here I come!! :cheer:

Take care... :)

[Linda]

Wish I could see the Andy/Ferru match, but I'll be at work so won't even be able to see it on the TV :sad: Hope those of you that are going have a great time!

[ljs]

wonderful HenFan , hope you enjoy every minute !!!! and of course Andy wins :cheer:

[Guerkins2]

OK - well I get to see Rafa and Tsonga play - and just have to hope that Andy comes on in the afternoon match on wednesday. That, however, is unlikely as I suspect he'll be playing Novak which will be scheduled for the evening.
Ah well - have to be home in time for Sky Sports !!!
Guess I'm just lucky to see 6 out of the 8.........but I will miss Andy

You might be lucky. Andy played Federer on the Tuesday afternoon last year - I was there - and I think we expected that to be scheduled for the evening. So fingers crossed! And of course Djokovic could lose as well on Monday?

[rouges]

I was hoping Andy would be on Sunday or Monday night. Will miss his match due to work. :sad:
BBC is commissioned to play one match per day and it's on at 2PM daily and if match last after 5PM one has to go on the Red Button. Hence Andy plays @ 2PM so us fans can see him.

[Linda]

Not if we're working, we can't!

[VamosVixs]

Not if we're working, we can't!

:sad:

[JAMES4578]

Such is my dedication to the Murray cause that I've now stuck my Sunday tickets up on eBay and have already purchased tickets to see Andy vs. David Ferrer on the Monday - my hope being that the sale of these will fund seeing Andy. :)

As much as I'd love to see the others (in fact EVERY other player I'd like to see aside from Andy is playing on Sunday), no player even comes close to Andy for me - I've been very sad at the thought of missing out on seeing Andy and so today resolved to do something about it! ;)

I won't list the tickets here in case they breach any forum rules, but I hope it's OK for me to say that if anyone was interested in buying / bidding on these, please feel free to send me a PM. :) (Sincere apologies if I'm not supposed to say this.)

UPDATE: The tickets sold within 10 minutes!!! Very happy with this result - Andy here I come!! :cheer:

Take care... :)

Glad it worked out for you Henfan!

[Alis]

Andy has a new kit for the 02 - he's back to blue with a variation of the pringle pattern from last year. I have to say I prefer it to his red outfit.

http://tennisconnected.com/home/2011/11/15/andy-murray-world-tour-finale-adidas-kit-availability/

[ljs]

not really liking that , was hoping for the red or the black , but dont really care what he wears , just want him to play well !!!!

[Fina]

Just from a quick look at the pic I feel a bit disappointed. I'm not too keen on the 'wet look' top with the jazzy 'down one sleeve' pattern; and I hope the light blue shorts don't show up sweat patches like some light colours can.

But no matter. Whatever Andy's wearing, hope it proves to be lucky!

[supergran]

I like it...blue:) with a jazzy pattern adding colour. I also prefer Andy in a shirt with a collar.:)

[KnightOwl]

I agree about the collar certainly - I've never been convinced he suits the collarless look - not on court anyway!

[xenon21]

Such is my dedication to the Murray cause that I've now stuck my Sunday tickets up on eBay and have already purchased tickets to see Andy vs. David Ferrer on the Monday - my hope being that the sale of these will fund seeing Andy. :)

As much as I'd love to see the others (in fact EVERY other player I'd like to see aside from Andy is playing on Sunday), no player even comes close to Andy for me - I've been very sad at the thought of missing out on seeing Andy and so today resolved to do something about it! ;)

I won't list the tickets here in case they breach any forum rules, but I hope it's OK for me to say that if anyone was interested in buying / bidding on these, please feel free to send me a PM. :) (Sincere apologies if I'm not supposed to say this.)

UPDATE: The tickets sold within 10 minutes!!! Very happy with this result - Andy here I come!! :cheer:

Take care... :)

Wow! That is awesome! Am so happy for you! I have one tuesday ticket which I had purchased but now need a taker for... Wonder if that's an option

[Alis]

I like it...blue:) with a jazzy pattern adding colour. I also prefer Andy in a shirt with a collar.:)

Yes, I'm inclined to agree about the collar SG.

[Sallydaisy]

Battersea Power Station lit up with images of the 8 finalists for the O2.
Amazing!
http://twitter.com/?photo_id=1#!/TheSliceTweets/status/137240438468919296/photo/1

They must have at least one of the courts built at the O2 'cos I read on another forum that Tsonga was planning to practice there today.

[RoastLamb]

Wow! That is so cool!

[supergran]

Have shared all photos on my fb page.....as I usually do!:big grin::love:

[Ace!]

Battersea Power Station lit up with images of the 8 finalists for the O2.
Amazing!
http://twitter.com/?photo_id=1#!/TheSliceTweets/status/137240438468919296/photo/1


They must have at least one of the courts built at the O2 'cos I read on another forum that Tsonga was planning to practice there today.

I wish they hurry up and do something with that Power Station, how about a luxury hotel? or getting those 1million kids without a job to give it a good lick of paint?

[Caro]

Wish I was going this year! It will be the first one I've missed. Saw Andy both previous years.

Decided wimby semis and 3 davis cups should probably do for this year, especially as meant to be moving house. However, now that's fallen through, I really want to be there!! Looked at ticketmaster and they had obviously released some more tickets for the semis, but soooo much money and I would have to pay top whack for train at short notice too ......

Never mind, will watch on TV (sky+ when at work) and console myself with a spot of wine tasting at the Good Food Show :wino:

[Linda]

More tickets released for the semis? Rushes off to have a look . . .

ETA - just looked and no, all that's left for Saturday is hospitality packages for the evening only. :sad:

Seats for the final are being resold on Viagogo for £2,299!!!! :shocked:

[Caro]

More tickets released for the semis? Rushes off to have a look . . .

ETA - just looked and no, all that's left for Saturday is hospitality packages for the evening only. :sad:

Seats for the final are being resold on Viagogo for £2,299!!!! :shocked:

I think it was Monday I was looking and they definately had some then - via the world tour finals site ..... but not surprised they have all gone now, Kind of wish I had taken the plunge but face value was still £90 something pounds. Wimby semis were £100 but at least that was 2 singles matches over 5 sets. If I had planned it in the budget, fine, but it would have all been last minute so couldn't do it.

[super8]

Does anyone know roughly when the afternoon/ evening matches are announced for each day after Monday?

If (for example) Andy beats Ferru and Nole beat Berdy - then when would we know when Andy's match with Nole on Wesnesday is afternoon or evening?

[LC the fan]

Just from a quick look at the pic I feel a bit disappointed. I'm not too keen on the 'wet look' top with the jazzy 'down one sleeve' pattern; and I hope the light blue shorts don't show up sweat patches like some light colours can.

But no matter. Whatever Andy's wearing, hope it proves to be lucky!

I think I've said before - I dont care what he's wearing as long as it's wrapped around the trophy

[rouges]

Does anyone know roughly when the afternoon/ evening matches are announced for each day after Monday?

If (for example) Andy beats Ferru and Nole beat Berdy - then when would we know when Andy's match with Nole on Wesnesday is afternoon or evening?

I know Tuesday's Match will be announced after Sunday's match therefore I guess Wednesday's match will be announced after Monday's match.

[Alis]

OMG I see they're showing Smugfed's advert for Credit Suisse again - my guess is we'll have it all the week - what joy!!!!

[ljs]

OMG I see they're showing Smugfed's advert for Credit Suisse again - my guess is we'll have it all the week - what joy!!!!


icckkkk would rather watch paint dry !!

[Jane]

Wishing Andy all the very best of luck in the tournament:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thu mbup::)

[VamosVixs]

Best of luck in this tournament Andy, I really really hope you will win it!! :cheer::swingin::thumbup:

[Sallydaisy]

The first doubles match is up livescore!!!
:dance:

Not long to go for anyone wanting to do the Doubles Main Draw Predictions!!!

[Linda]

Any idea how I get Radio 5 Live Sports Extra on my car radio? So I can listen to Fed v Tsonga whilst driving up there.

[sophie900607]

Yeah, World Tour Finals time!! :yahoo::yahoo:

Best of luck Andy! Give all you've got and finish this year in great style! :flowers:

[Sallydaisy]

Any idea how I get Radio 5 Live Sports Extra on my car radio? So I can listen to Fed v Tsonga whilst driving up there.
I think you need Digital Radio?

Have a great time!

[Linda]

Thanks Sally :thumbup:

Oh, I probably won't be able to listen to it then.

I can't decide whether I want Fed to ignominiously lose all his RR matches or whether I want him to get through to the semis to be soundly beaten by Andy. :big grin:

[JAMES4578]

Any idea how I get Radio 5 Live Sports Extra on my car radio? So I can listen to Fed v Tsonga whilst driving up there.

Yes it is only available via digital http://www.bbc.co.uk/5livesportsextra/help/ Fab to see the WTF underway, have a great time tonight!

[HenFan]

Hi folks..am pretty excited tonight. Went on twitter which I don't do every day and there was someone offering a ticket for Monday day session...Andy v Ferrer. Husband was out on what he calls "Little boys night out" and what I term "Old Codgers' get together." I got in touch, sorted everything then rang him.:) His response was "Yeah, think we can manage that":worship: So I'm off to the 02 on Monday. Absolutely thrilled. Saw Andy beat David last year so hope for same result. It's so funny how I get tickets. First year bought tickets from Vixs who had another engagement so saw both semis. Last year won a comp and was informed on the day...that was frenetic. And this year twitter has come up trumps. I'm a very happy lady tonight and look forward to seeing other fans from here. Going to get an early train hopefully and will be going home same day. :cheer::cheer::cheer:

This is brilliant! As I said further up in the thread, I had tickets for today (with the sessions that I'm watching on TV right now - which is a bit surreal, LOL!) but sold them so that I could get tickets to see Andy tomorrow! :)

Let's both cheer Andy on to a win against Ferrer tomorrow!! :cheer: :cheer:

Take care... :)

[-J-]

for SOME REASON( I CANT EXPLAIN WHY?) I HAVE NEVER LIKED THE WTF, JUST CANT BRING MY SELF TO RATE IT AS A TOURNAMENT, I WOULD MUCH RATHER ANDY WON A MASTERS TITLE THAN THIS, THO MAYBE ANDY WINNING IT THIS WEEK MIGHT CHANGE MY MIND

[Sallydaisy]

Wow, some fightback from Max and Danny in the CTB to decide this.
Bopshi romped ahead to 6-3 but t'others have held and broken to level it at 6-6.

Change of ends and DanMax drop serve, Bops held 1, dropped 1 and it's now 8-7 to them.

Dan/Max to serve to stay in the match.
They hold and go to 9-8 and have a match point!!!

Cracking match to start the event!!!

[Sallydaisy]

Ace from Qureshi and it's 9-9.
:shades:


Danny and Max win 7'6, 4'6, 11'9.

Heartbreaking for Bopanna/Qureshi to get soooooo close but that's the way the cookie crumbles in a CTB.

[RoastLamb]

Well done my Danny Boy!!! Altho' he played pretty badly. Lost his serve loads of times. But they won in the end and that's what counts. :yahoo:

[RoastLamb]

I can't decide whether I want Fed to ignominiously lose all his RR matches or whether I want him to get through to the semis to be soundly beaten by Andy. :big grin:

I'd vote for the former. It would crush him if he didn't get to the semis.

[-J-]

not holding out much hope

[RoastLamb]

Anyway it could be Djokovic meeting Federer in the semis, depends on how they all place in their RR group.

[JAMES4578]

Ace from Qureshi and it's 9-9.
:shades:


Danny and Max win 7'6, 4'6, 11'9.

Heartbreaking for Bopanna/Qureshi to get soooooo close but that's the way the cookie crumbles in a CTB.

In a way pity the match is decided like this even if we are used to it by now, however a fantastic match! What a way to start the tournament!

[ljs]

oh great , Annabelle and Boris , what a combination

[RoastLamb]

oh great , Annabelle and Boris , what a combination

It's on sportsnet on telly and I'm taping it to watch later so I can fastforward through all of Fed's games. :lol:

[-J-]

tim and AC here

[ljs]

It's on sportsnet on telly and I'm taping it to watch later so I can fastforward through all of Fed's games. :lol:

dont blame you
Which sportsnet ? sportsnet one I take it , cause its not on the ontario one .

[ljs]

cmonn Jo !!!!!

[-J-]

kel surprise

[Speedy Hawk]

Yes, come on Roger! 3-1 up.

Later on today who wants to win in Rafa vs Fish?

[cazza99]

If you are going to the ATP World finals or wish those going to have a good time, please post on the "World Tour Finals - Who's going?" thread

http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?249-World-Tour-Finals-Who-s-going&p=18751#post18751

[ljs]

Yes, come on Roger! 3-1 up.

Later on today who wants to win in Rafa vs Fish?

Rafa for me speedy

[JAMES4578]

Tsonga really gifted Fed the early break, come on!

[cazza99]

Andrew Castle is talking about verbal jibes of Fed against Andy. I wonder who else makes verbal jibes. :rolling:

[Speedy Hawk]

Rafa for me speedy

Me I am not too sure, Rafa got bit of edge though only cos I might see him play in Semi Final, would be nice if Roger, Andy, Rafa and Nole in semis so I can see them all play. :)

[-J-]

le grande muppet

[ljs]

oh yes that would be nice for you , hope it happens

Tsonga is playing like crap at the moment

[silver]

Can somebody please shut Barry Cowan up?

[-J-]

Can somebody please shut Barry Cowan up?touch choice switch to the beeb and get castle instead ?

[Speedy Hawk]

That quick set from Roger. There gonna be long gap in time before evening session starts IF Roger do same in 2nd set.

[cazza99]

Can somebody please shut Barry Cowan up?

You can always watch on BBC2 and have Andrew Castle instead!!! I've just switched from BBC to Sky, at lease there is Petch there.

[ljs]

Thats better Jo :cheer:

[-J-]

i refuse to get my hopes up

[Speedy Hawk]

Awww, Jo got break. Come on Roger! Get that break back please.

[ljs]

woohoo hope thats the beginning of the turn around !!!!!

[Yorkie]

Yes I FTMed JWT in 3 sets though he was supposed to win 4 games in the first set so its just good to see JW making a good fist of the start of the second set even if he did lose that Federer game rather badly to be 3-2 up

[JAMES4578]

Hope to see a third at least, allez Tsonga!

[Speedy Hawk]

Looks like it likely be 3rd set soon.

[david1610]

Well done Jo but you have also reminded me of how important every game, set and match is in this tourney. Not just important you got the second set, but that you did it with the same score as Mr. Federer.

Yes folks, it could be that "does Andy have enough games and sets" time of the year!!!!

[Sallydaisy]

Come on Jo-Willy!!!
:swingin:

(sorry Speedy, I like watching both guys play but just feel Jo hasn't made the most of his talents and now is a good time!)

[JAMES4578]

Quite a turnaround but of course Fed may up it in the 3rd, keep going Tsonga!

[cazza99]

Come on Tsonga :cheer:

[-J-]

Well done Jo but you have also reminded me of how important every game, set and match is in this tourney. Not just important you got the second set, but that you did it with the same score as Mr. Federer.

Yes folks, it could be that "does Andy have enough games and sets" time of the year!!!!tanks very much;)

[Speedy Hawk]

Come on Jo-Willy!!!
:swingin:

(sorry Speedy, I like watching both guys play but just feel Jo hasn't made the most of his talents and now is a good time!)

Come on Roger!!

(sorry sally. :) Want Roger win many poss before he retires)

[ljs]

omgoodness thats the lineswoman Serena had her tirade on .. thought she might have retired after that lol

[Sallydaisy]

tanks very much;)

J, is it OK for me to use that cleaned up version of the blue flower you did for my avatar?

[Speedy Hawk]

Phew Roger holds!

[-J-]

J, is it OK for me to use that cleaned up version of the blue flower you did for my avatar?its sort of a requirement, that white box drives my ocd nuts :)

[Speedy Hawk]

3-2 to Roger and Jo serve next.

[Sallydaisy]

its sort of a requirement, that white box drives my ocd nuts :)
I've lost the post where you put it .....
:shamed:

Phew! JWT saved a break point there; hang on in there Jo!

[-J-]

I've lost the post where you put it .....
:shamed:

Phew! JWT saved a break point there; hang on in there Jo!http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa337/j_acobite/Blue_Gerbera_by_Ji_Owon222copy.png

[Speedy Hawk]

Come on Roger!! HOLD!!

[Sallydaisy]

http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa337/j_acobite/Blue_Gerbera_by_Ji_Owon222copy.png

TY. Better now?
;)

[-J-]

much

[silver]

A rested Tsonga appears to be a slightly different proposition than in Paris

[Speedy Hawk]

I agree with J, it MUCH better.

[Sallydaisy]

much


I agree with J, it MUCH better.
:yahoo:

[Sallydaisy]

Come on Jo!

[Speedy Hawk]

YES!!! Well done Roger!!! :clap:

[-J-]

oh well, never rely on a muppet to get the job done

[ljs]

what a disappointment , was hoping for Jo :grrr:

[JAMES4578]

Such a pity Jo crumbled somewhat at the end, felt he had a shot once he got into the match!

[Katie]

How disappointing for Jo. :sad: He'd done so well to get himself back in the match and was holding serve easily - until that last game.

[-J-]

bonus episode of coast:thumbup:

[Speedy Hawk]

Evening matches, where that be on TV?

[Alis]

I think only on Sky - pretty sure the Beeb aren't showing it.

So sorry Jo lost - really hoped he'd thrash Federer today.

[karanga]

Jo will be disappointed with that performance as he is capable of playing far better than he did this afternoon. Far too many unforced errors. :sad:

[Speedy Hawk]

I think only on Sky - pretty sure the Beeb aren't showing it.

So sorry Jo lost - really hoped he'd thrash Federer today.

BBC not covering evening matches? :( Red button?

[Sallydaisy]

Evening matches, where that be on TV?
BBC are only showing the daytime Singles sessions. This is from their website.


ATP WORLD TOUR FINALS 2011

BBC Two and the BBC Sport website bring you live coverage every day, including Sunday's final, as the top eight men in the world battle for end-of-season supremacy. British number one Andy Murray, currrent world number one Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer will all be determined to complete a tough year in style. Sue Barker presents. Commentary from Andrew Castle and Tim Henman.

Sunday 20 November
Round-robin afternoon singles match: BBC Two and BBC Radio 5 live sports extra, 1400-1700 GMT & online.
If match runs beyond 1700 GMT on television, coverage will continue on the Red Button.
Later on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra 2000-2200 GMT.
Monday 21 - Friday 25 November
Round-robin afternoon singles match: BBC Two, 1400-1545 GMT & online. Also on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra, 1400-1700 GMT.
If any match runs beyond 1545 GMT on television, coverage will continue on the Red Button.
Later on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra 2000-2200 GMT.

Saturday 26 November
Semi-finals: BBC Two, 1400-1700 GMT & online
If match runs beyond 1700 GMT, coverage will continue on the Red Button.
Sunday 27 November
Final: 1715-2000 GMT & online
If match runs beyond 2000 GMT, coverage will continue on the Red Button.

[ChrisMac]

Disappointed in Tsonga he almost had that match and he threw it away in the end with some sloppy play.

[Sallydaisy]

Oh dear, this person doesn't have a good opinion of Roger ...
From Caroline Cheese on Twitter (she's an ex-BBC sports reporter)

Federer due in to speak in about 10 mins after 13th straight win, and 60th of season.
Will tweet the best humblebrag

[Speedy Hawk]

Long wait. I remember having short wait when at o2. Probably cos long queues and other matches take longer.

[Sallydaisy]

I was there this time last year!!! Watched Andy play and he was AWESOME!
But it's very expensive and I'm stoney broke right now ...
:crying:
(3 DC trips + a day at Wimbers and 4 days at Boodles will have to do me this year!).

I remember well the chaos after the afternoon session ended ... Peeps being shunted out through various doors and colliding with loads of others being held back before being allowed in. Bodies everywhere and very crowded.

[Katie]

@CarolineCheese

Tsonga on playing at the O2 for the 1st time: "It was good, but everybody was cheering for Roger." Cmon people, give Jo-Willy some love

Aww if I'd been there I'd have definitely cheered for Jo! Though from watching on TV I thought the crowd definitely got behind him in the second set.

[Yorkie]

Tsonga in 3 would have been great but at least it wasn't Roger in 2

[RoastLamb]

Humblebrag - that's a great new word. Perfectly sums up Swiss dude. :lol:

Shame about Tsonga but at least he took the second in quite the way. Too bad he wasn't serving first in the third.

[VamosVixs]

Disappointed Jo-W couldn't do it, someone needs to stop Fed!!! Don't think I can stomach Fed winning this again, he has already won this 5 times.

[Sallydaisy]

Rafa and Mardy will have to wait a bit; the doubles has just gone into a 3rd set CTB.

[lynne]

Really enjoying this doubles match with Llodra/Zim...Fyr/Marc.......7-5,4-6, now match TB:thumbup:

[pippadaisy]

Thought the beeb would,ve shown more of the matches, must only have the rights to show daytime
Only caught the end of Fed and Tsonga, Shame he lost in the end.
Won,t get to see Andy either as gotta work:sad:

[JAMES4578]

Yes two good doubles matches today, the poles made the running in the ctb but now now 7 all!

[Sallydaisy]

the Poles were ahead 6-3 but in a repeat of the earlier doubles match the higher ranked pair have edged back and it's 9-9.

aha, break pint to the Poles and they serve for the match at *10-9

[Sallydaisy]

FyrMat take the doubles match against ZimDra - 6'4, 5'7, 11'9.

[-J-]

the Poles were ahead 6-3 but in a repeat of the earlier doubles match the higher ranked pair have edged back and it's 9-9.

aha, break pint to the Poles and they serve for the match at *10-9:wino:

[VamosVixs]

Ahhhhh Rafa time!!! Been agessssssssssssssssss! :swingin:

[lynne]

:wino:


:rolling::rolling:

[-J-]

you want a ban on x factor tal if your watching rafa?

[VamosVixs]

you want a ban on x factor tal if your watching rafa?

No it's fine, will channel hop at the changeovers. :thumbup:

[JAMES4578]

Well done FyrMat, overall they probably deserved the win!

[RoastLamb]

Good close dubs matches today. But so far I'm 0-2 on the FTD. :sad:

Hope Rafa wins in straights.

VAMOS!!! :cheer: :swingin: :cheer:

[VamosVixs]

Vamos Rafa! :swingin:

[david1610]

Fish's dad, the commies have just said, is a ...... tennis coach, a trainer
Traineiro in Portuguese is a ... (fish) trawler!
The word pronunced Fish, said with a long ee, is fixe (feeesh) and means... cool!

Well, while Rafa gets his fingers taped what else is there to do.....

[VamosVixs]

1st break to Rafa! :swingin:

[david1610]

I am afraid to say Fish looks a bit out of water in such company....

[-J-]

which sky channel is the tennis on ?

[VamosVixs]

Sky Sports 4, J.

[VamosVixs]

Rafa up a double break and is now serving for the 1st set! :cheer:

[VamosVixs]

1st set in the bag, 6-2! :yahoo:

[Speedy Hawk]

Is anyone watching match on stream?

[-J-]

http://www.sportlemon.tv/v-2/12/116/v-331663.html

[ljs]

i am speedy

[Speedy Hawk]

Thanks Jay!

[VamosVixs]

Come on Rafa, not in this 2nd set yet!!

[Speedy Hawk]

Lol, looks like Rafa is following Roger in 1st and 2nd set.

[JAMES4578]

Fish has put his skates on, personally wanted to see a bit more of a challenge here!

[Speedy Hawk]

4-1 to Fish now and Rafa serve next.

[VamosVixs]

Into a 3rd we go.

[JAMES4578]

Looked like Rafa just might stage a recovery but Fish came up with the play to finally level the match. Of course the H2h makes a Nadal win more likely.

[Speedy Hawk]

Rafa defo follow Roger way, win 1st set, lose 2nd and win 3rd set.

[VamosVixs]

Rafa gets the break!! :cheer:

[Speedy Hawk]

Yep knew he would.

[VamosVixs]

Back on serve. :sad:

[Speedy Hawk]

Now that bit is different from Roger. Rafa got broken back.

[david1610]

I have to take back my Fish out of water comment earlier. Fish has improved buckets since the first set...

[Speedy Hawk]

Rafa will win soon.

[VamosVixs]

Uh oh, Fish breaks and Rafa in trouble now.

[Speedy Hawk]

Didn't expect that from Fish to break Rafa again so soon.

[VamosVixs]

Yes, Rafa breaks back!

[JAMES4578]

It was a poor game from Fish though, Rafa should come through now.

[Speedy Hawk]

Not long before match over.

[ljs]

is andy playing at 4pm uk time tomorrow ?

[Speedy Hawk]

Doubles 12:15pm so when doubles finishes then Andy. Around 2pm maybe?

[ljs]

thanks speedy

[silver]

No ljs. He is playing at 2pm UK time if the doubles has finished.

[silver]

I know why he's called Speedy Hawk now!!

[Speedy Hawk]

thanks speedy

:)


I know why he's called Speedy Hawk now!!

Lol.

Should say: I know why she's called Speedy Hawk now!!
:)

[silver]

I do apologise - I should have known

[Speedy Hawk]

I do apologise - I should have known

Lol thats okay. Loads make same mistake years ago when Andy Murray open his first forum 2006.

[VamosVixs]

MP for Rafa!!!