View Full Version : MIAMI MASTERS - R3: Andy thru' via walkover; Raonic ankle injury
Sallydaisy
23-03-2012, 21:15
Muzzah meets the Missile ....... and it could be a cracker of a match.
One of the most prolific first servers against one of the very best returners in the game.
Andy Murray takes on 21yr old Canadian Milos Raonic for a place in R4 at the Miami Masters.
They've never met before so the H2H (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Players/Head-To-Head.aspx?pId=MC10&oId=R975) is 0-0 - but this match has been widely anticipated because of the 2 characters it brings to the tennis court. The Missile has rocketed up the ranks over the last year and has reached a career high of #24 already (currently #26) not least because of his incredible serve (helped a bit by his 6'5" height).
As far as this year goes it's the Canadian who has the upper hand - in titles at least - having won ATP250 events in Chennai and San Jose (where a young Murray won his first title at 19) and reaching the Final of the Memphis ATP500 event. Andy has an ATP250 win from Brisbane to his credit so far this year - but some rather better results than Milos at the first Grand Slam.
This is likely to be quite a test for Andy but in his favour is a very good record against the big servers in the game - and he'll need all that experience to win this match.
It's probably going to be on Sunday but the OOP won't be out until later tomorrow night.
RoastLamb
23-03-2012, 21:24
Ooh Milos through 7-6 6-2. :yahoo: So looking forward to him meeting Andy for the first time.
JAMES4578
23-03-2012, 21:28
Tough opening set, but Milos stepped it up thereafter. Andy will certainly need to be on his toes but I'm sure he'll be up for it!
chance for Andy to Bash the BBC
RoastLamb
23-03-2012, 21:29
Tough opening set, but Milos stepped it up thereafter. Andy will certainly need to be on his toes but I'm sure he'll be up for it!
I don't think Andy will have a problem coz his return of serve is so good.
JAMES4578
23-03-2012, 21:30
I don't think Andy will have a problem coz his return of serve is so good.
On form that certainly should be the case, though taking nothing for granted.
RoastLamb
23-03-2012, 21:34
It's a shame for Milos that he keeps getting the top five players in his third rounds. Coz I just can't see him beating any of them at the mo.
Sallydaisy
23-03-2012, 21:35
Hopefully the OOP for Sunday will be out around this time again Saturday night so we'll know where we are!!!
It's a shame for Milos that he keeps getting the top five players in his third rounds. Coz I just can't see him beating any of them at the mo.
Yeah, though it's great he gets a shot at them though. Practice makes perfect! :thumbup:
Sallydaisy
23-03-2012, 21:47
Posts ref the Murray/Milos match have been moved over from the Main Thread.
:shades:
RoastLamb
23-03-2012, 21:48
Yeah, though it's great he gets a shot at them though. Practice makes perfect! :thumbup:
True enough. All good experience. He's played Rafa twice and Federer once.
banskogirl
23-03-2012, 21:51
This should be a great match, maybe it will bring out the best of Andy's serve too :) does anyone think we will get to see this?
RoastLamb
23-03-2012, 21:52
Yes, the livestreams start tomorrow. :yahoo:
banskogirl
23-03-2012, 21:59
Yes, the livestreams start tomorrow. :yahoo:
Oh good :) isn't it much less stressful actually seeing what's happening?
I've given up with sitting at the computer watching live scores. Today I went out doing different things and checked the score when I got back. Of course once we've got a live stream, I'll definitely be watching!
I've given up with sitting at the computer watching live scores. Today I went out doing different things and checked the score when I got back. Of course once we've got a live stream, I'll definitely be watching!i tried not to watch LS but gave in after just 1 game
RoastLamb
23-03-2012, 22:13
I had the ipad on my lap with the livescore app on whilst watching Come Dine with Me on tv. Worked quite well.
banskogirl
23-03-2012, 22:13
What about the girls, will they be on Eurosport? I know the ladies usually are but then there's Murphy's law! When you want to watch ............
It's a shame for Milos that he keeps getting the top five players in his third rounds. Coz I just can't see him beating any of them at the mo.
:eek: :cauldron:
banskogirl
23-03-2012, 22:40
Let's hope he doesn't beat any this weekend :)
Aussie Andy
23-03-2012, 23:09
Yes, Raonic is welcome to beat any other top four players, but NOT ANDY! Same goes for Tomic, and any other up-and-comers.
Come on, Andy, likely I won't be able to follow this match given the time difference and work. Want to see you back at No.3!
MurrayAOne
23-03-2012, 23:10
Yes, Raonic is welcome to beat any other top four players, but NOT ANDY! Same goes for Tomic, and any other up-and-comers.
Come on, Andy, likely I won't be able to follow this match given the time difference and work. Want to see you back at No.3!
Great shout! Come on Andy!!!!!!!!!!!
tough one for me , hope its a good match and they both play well !!!
Will be cheering for them both
Good luck, Andy. Will be rooting for you as always.
RoastLamb
24-03-2012, 01:21
tough one for me , hope its a good match and they both play well !!!
Will be cheering for them both
Same here. Well said.
Yes, Raonic is welcome to beat any other top four players, but NOT ANDY! Same goes for Tomic, and any other up-and-comers.
Come on, Andy, likely I won't be able to follow this match given the time difference and work. Want to see you back at No.3!
I agree too!
Andy has a very good chance in boosting his ranking and close in on Fed by going deep here, early round loss last year and fed getting to semies means Andy only has 10 points to defend whilst fed has 360. If Andy wins and Fed doesn't go past the semies he'll be within a 1000 points to Fed. (Andy wins = 8440, Fed in semies = 9350) All do-able I think!
JAMES4578
24-03-2012, 12:45
Yes, Raonic is welcome to beat any other top four players, but NOT ANDY! Same goes for Tomic, and any other up-and-comers.
Come on, Andy, likely I won't be able to follow this match given the time difference and work. Want to see you back at No.3!
I agree too!
Andy has a very good chance in boosting his ranking and close in on Fed by going deep here, early round loss last year and fed getting to semies means Andy only has 10 points to defend whilst fed has 360. If Andy wins and Fed doesn't go past the semies he'll be within a 1000 points to Fed. (Andy wins = 8440, Fed in semies = 9350) All do-able I think!
Certainly every chance of making up ground, a good run for Andy here would be ideal and look forward to seeing Muzzah on form!
banskogirl
24-03-2012, 19:47
Yes the 1000 is a big incentive :) Come on Andy!
david1610
24-03-2012, 20:06
It will probably come down to the quality of Andy's worst service game (or two) in each set. And Milos's, for that matter.
There is good serving and good returning but then there is unreturnable serving, even for somebody like Andy. I would not take this for granted. Andy is going to have to impose himself and not allow himself any walkabouts on serve, including any possible tiebreaks.
I last saw Milos against Melzer in Memphis and Melzer psyched him out of that match.
I certainly would not take this for granted and Andy will need to bring his best, or near best, tennis on court!
C'mon Andy!
I'm not worried. I was a little concerned about the first match, but once Andy's got past that one he should be able to reach at least the semis (in my bracket I have him reaching the final).
Andy is third on court tomorrow after 11am start!:)
scrapaddict
24-03-2012, 22:24
So about 2.30 to 3 p.m there then/
Does that make it 7 pm. here - if so good timing
Sallydaisy
24-03-2012, 22:28
So about 2.30 to 3 p.m there then/
Does that make it 7 pm. here - if so good timing
Yep, anytime between 6pm and 7pm depending on the matches before Andy's.
traveller7
24-03-2012, 22:45
Just about to post about this,, good timing hopefully be back from rehearsal then.
Madeline
24-03-2012, 22:47
Will Miami not be back to 5 hours difference when our clocks go forward tonight?
Aussie Andy
24-03-2012, 22:54
Well, that makes the match about 2-3 am my time. I get up at 5am. Hopefully the previous matches will take a bit longer. Just being selfish, you know.
Sallydaisy
24-03-2012, 23:57
Will Miami not be back to 5 hours difference when our clocks go forward tonight?
I think you're right Madeline.
Will double check in the morning but perhaps safer to say 7/8pm UK time.
:thumbup:
DaveArneRiise
25-03-2012, 00:03
Milos and Kevin Anderson have retired from their doubles match after only three games, I hope they are both OK. Especially Milos, would be a shame if he had to withdraw against Andy too.
david1610
25-03-2012, 00:17
Miles on camera on Tennistv, as Baggy's coach!
PS Anderson already played today and I would imagine it might be precautionary on his part - perhaps he tweaked something and, let's face it, doubles is very much a secondary thing for the singles players so if in doubt....
PPS Unless he wilts, Baggy and Nole has the makings of a really good match!
Sallydaisy
25-03-2012, 01:27
Milos is the one who had a problem in the doubles earlier; from another forum and on twitter.
Milos retired from his doubles match with some sort of ankle injury, unclear how serious it is (was 1*-2 in the 1st, so it could be pretty minor or pretty serious.
Raonic looked fine. Suddenly at 2-1 changeover he calls for trainer. Retires on the spot. Let's hope its precautionary https://twitter.com/#!/RD_Tennistalk (https://twitter.com/#%21/RD_Tennistalk)
The Very Best of Luck Andy!!!:thumbup:
Tweet from Neil Harman re Raonic retiring from doubles:
@NeilHarmanTimes
Milos Raonic retired from doubles today with ankle injury. Intriguing development ahead of singles tomorrow with Mr Murray
Let's hope if Milos turns up the injury doesn't get into Andy's head. He must take nothing for granted.
Just checked and time in Miami is 5 hours behind us so 7/8pm UK time seems most likely for the match.
GOOOOOOOOOOO ANDEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
All the best to Andy today! Although hope Milos plays well too :thumbup:
Good luck Andy, shame about the ankle injury of the opponent.
Can anyone tell me why Andy should be playing on Grandstand court while Berdych is on Stadium court?
JAMES4578
25-03-2012, 12:20
All the best to Andy today! Although hope Milos plays well too :thumbup:
I certainly hope it's nothing serious for Milos, but if Andy has a bit of an advantage so be it! of course he has to assume Raonic will be going for it and concentrate on his own game.
MurrayAOne
25-03-2012, 13:43
Come on Andyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RoastLamb
25-03-2012, 14:27
Can anyone tell me why Andy should be playing on Grandstand court while Berdych is on Stadium court?
Coz the organisers are absolute numpties. :grrr:
Milos turned his ankle during practise yesterday afternoon. I hope he was just being precautionary.
Neil Harman tweeted a few minutes ago:
@NeilHarmanTimes
Raonic is out here warming up, no strapping on ankle according to @tennisromi Looks like we're going to have a match
Here's the tweet Neil Harman referred to:
Romi Cvitkovic @TennisRomi :
Close-up of Raonic warming up. #betterquality #seopen http://pic.twitter.com/l4mK7YWQ
And two earlier tweets:
Romi Cvitkovic @TennisRomi R
Raonic warming up with jogging exercises outside of stadium court. Looks like he'll try and play today vs Murray. #seopen
Romi Cvitkovic @TennisRomi
Raonic warning up on court now w/ Kohlschreiber. #seopen http://twitpic.com/916mxl
Raonic pulls out!
Darren Cahill @darren_cahill
Milos Raonic pulls out of the @SEOpen with an ankle injury. Andy Murray through to the 4th round. Disappointing. Would've been a fun match.
VamosVixs
25-03-2012, 15:44
Milos has pulled out according to Cahill on twitter.
darren_cahill
Milos Raonic pulls out of the @SEOpen with an ankle injury. Andy Murray through to the 4th round. Disappointing. Would've been a fun match.
shame fo rBBC, BUT way me days been for the best
Neil Harman @NeilHarmanTimes
Raonic has pulled out according to @darren_cahill who I would trust with my life (almost!!)
Sallydaisy
25-03-2012, 15:51
Phew, was half asleep and wondering if I really nodded off whether I'd be awake for Andy's match. Now I can really kip!
:p
JAMES4578
25-03-2012, 15:56
Disappointing, but it was obviously a serious injury after all. Just hope Andy will be ok for the next one, sure he'd rather have played the match!
Disappointing, but it was obviously a serious injury after all. Just hope Andy will be ok for the next one, sure he'd rather have played the match!
Yeah, though knowing Andy he'll probably try to get some hitting time on a practice court this afternoon to make up for it.
Right ankle sprain according to this:
Sony Ericsson Open @SEOpen
.@milosraonic has withdrawn from the #SEOpen with a right ankle sprain. Andy Murray advances to the fourth round. #Tennis #ATP
Sky has just confirmed that Raonic has withdrawn.
patmoren
25-03-2012, 16:24
Just picked it up on twitter from the BBC, shame I was looking forward to that. He'll have to have a match with Ivan instead!
Sorry for Milos, hope he's back on court again soon. I was looking forward to see how this matchup went, hopefully they'll get the chance to play again soon.
banskogirl
25-03-2012, 16:27
was looking forward to live score! well its more ranking points without the hard work :) hope Andy can get enough practise in!
RoastLamb
25-03-2012, 16:29
So disappointed on so many levels. :crying: Hope Milos is OK.
hfwardhouse
25-03-2012, 16:33
Can't believe it - what a shame :sad: I was looking forward to it as well .... albeit I'd be watching the re-run cos I'm going out tonight ...
:crying: Im disappointed too !!!
Had my afternoon all planned around the tennis and the curling , but not seeing either :sad:
LC the fan
25-03-2012, 16:39
Me too - Got the food all sorted, ready to sit down and enjoy the match. Ah well, its a shame for Miles but a relief. I'd heard on the radio about the match called off because of injury but they didn't say who. I was sweating on the fact that it wasn't Andy so just feel relieved - on to the fourth round.
DaveArneRiise
25-03-2012, 16:48
Shame, would have been a great match.
Maza1987
25-03-2012, 16:51
not ideal
but i'll take it
shame - I was looking forward to it.
Still, great that Andy's through to the next round, though short of match practice.
:sad:
Wonder what Andy thinks... easy way through but would have preferred to have won the 'proper' way?!
Typical Andy - straight back to work:
Neil Harman @NeilHarmanTimes
AM straight back out onto practice court after learning his match against Raonic was off. That's always been his attitude, work, work, work
I was looking forward to watching the match - it's going to seem a very long time until Rafa's match now.
Typical Andy - straight back to work:
Neil Harman @NeilHarmanTimes
AM straight back out onto practice court after learning his match against Raonic was off. That's always been his attitude, work, work, work
That's exactly what I wanted to hear! :worship:
DrewZiph
25-03-2012, 19:10
woulda been a tough test when what andy needs right now is some easy ranking points. Raonic will be back no doubt
KnightOwl
25-03-2012, 19:47
Disappointing, I was looking forward to this one!
Disappointed to hear this news. It'd have been interesting to see Andy play Milos. Disappointing for Milos - hope the ankle injury is not serious. :sad:
Aussie Andy
25-03-2012, 21:33
Sad about Raonic - delighted for Andy! Well, that is it would have been good for him to get another match under his belt, but just thankful it wasn't Andy pulling out!
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