To those who think Nadal will NOT win RG
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tennislover33
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He won't win unless he'll have a bloody battle with Joker in 5 sets and has blister on his feet going to the final with Fed. Otherwise, it's impossible to beat him. I am Fed's fan by the way.
flyer
Hall of Fame
I think Federer can beat Djokovic who I think has a small chance to beat Nadal, but I don't think Federer can beat Nadal, so I think Djokovic can beat Nadal on a bad day given the proper weather conditions.....still I think you guys saying its impossible are delusional, of course Djokovic and Federer will not be the favorites but they are both the third best and best players in the world and have the weapons required given the chips falling their way.
Stinkdyr
Professional
Yep, as Johnny Mac says, "hang around, you never know, the other guy might break an ankle!"
daddy
Legend
I was about to say that. He may have a bad day or get up with a sore neck or back. Whatever, I'd not like the scenario a bit but it can happen.
daddy
Legend
And a good example. I still recall our commentato saying after the match 'maybe it's good that Gaston won it, Guillermo is bound to take this trophy and the only mistery is which years will be written beside his name' .. Goes to show something, does it.
Rhino
Legend
^^^(re: edmondsm) Nadal lost sets against Federer (and Djokovic) recently and Fed could've beaten him 6-1, 7-6 in Hamburg had he converted the set point he had in the 1st set of the Hamburg final.
If Fed can create a lead and hold on to it (he had leads in nearly all the sets they've played this year on clay), who knows.
But yes, of course Nadal is the favorite.
If Fed can create a lead and hold on to it (he had leads in nearly all the sets they've played this year on clay), who knows.
But yes, of course Nadal is the favorite.
Nadal_Freak
Banned
Yep quite a difference the way the courts play. I think the tennis balls are heavier to at the French Open which is more spin friendly to players like Nadal.
Fed has the fitness, and the game to fight keep it competitive, and win. Whether he will keep his mental focus is the only real question.
IMO there never really was much doubt we'd see a Fed-Nadal final, the only slight question is the Djoker and how much he can tire Nadal (if Nadal ever gets tired). They have both been winning without much fuss or drama, Nadal has been clinical and Fed is getting it done when it matters.
If anyone thinks Nadal is not a favorite, I suggest they don't skip their medication.
IMO there never really was much doubt we'd see a Fed-Nadal final, the only slight question is the Djoker and how much he can tire Nadal (if Nadal ever gets tired). They have both been winning without much fuss or drama, Nadal has been clinical and Fed is getting it done when it matters.
If anyone thinks Nadal is not a favorite, I suggest they don't skip their medication.
drgnpride
Rookie
the sports world, including tennis, is rife with 'sure things' that turn into upsets, otherwise why even play the match. crazy things happen, and even true nadal lovers have some element of doubt in their minds. but first fed has to get past monfils and nadal has to get past joker.
ACE of Hearts
Bionic Poster
Nadal is the favorite just like Fed is at wimbledon but anything is possible.I never thought that Nadal would push Fed on grass but its not real grass.The matches have to be played.U cant default the matches.
Fixed that for you. You're welcome.
The proper correction should have been: Nadal may win Wimbledon this year.
LOL LOL 10 chars
Except Gaudio and Coria were pretty close in abilities. Nadal is far and above anyone on clay right now.
cknobman
Legend
Nadal will loose the FO this year to Fed in one of the closest most contested 5 set matches of all time.
And
Due to the loss at the FO Nadal will become a head case for the rest of the year barely reaching the 4th round at Wimby and just practically falling apart by hardcourt season. This of course will result in a drastic decline from his #2 ranking all the way down to somewhere around 9-10.
Wait and see........
And
Due to the loss at the FO Nadal will become a head case for the rest of the year barely reaching the 4th round at Wimby and just practically falling apart by hardcourt season. This of course will result in a drastic decline from his #2 ranking all the way down to somewhere around 9-10.
Wait and see........
FlamingCheeto
Hall of Fame
100-2 not bad no? But I sense Djoker beating Tsitsipas in the final with one of the aforementioned 2 beating Nadal in 5 epic sets.
StrongRule
Talk Tennis Guru
Truth is, Nadal won 6-1 6-3 6-0, and then went to beat Federer in Wimbledon final.
StrongRule
Talk Tennis Guru
Backspin1183
Talk Tennis Guru
Beckerserve
Legend
Insane that 14 years later Nadal is still favourite and 4 time defending champion. Just lol.
Beckerserve
Legend
Wonder where this guy is
BauerAlmeida
Hall of Fame
It's funny that I was reading this post thinking it was written now and it's from 13 years ago, how little things changed lol.
I think it's a similar situation, maybe Nadal has a long tough match with Djokovic in the SF and he's physically affected for the final and an on-fire Zverev/Thiem/Tsitsipas can take advantage.
But I think Nadal has it in the bag 99%.
ADuck
Legend
I love these little sureshs gems that pop up.Forget Nadal - I may win Wimby this year
(don't bet anything on that though)
MichaelNadal
Bionic Poster
If you see Joel coming to your Buffet, hide
beard
Legend
It's 13 years later... It's great number too, no need for exaggeration...
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Deleted member 771911
Guest
Us tennis fans are living in a time loop, whatever that is.
Oh look, another troll overrating Nadal's chances. When will it stop? Djokovic OWNS Nadal mentally. Did you miss Rome, where Nadal couldn't even beat a washed-up Ferrero and Djokovic took the trophy with ease? Djokovic will probably win the calendar slam this year. I mean, who's gonna stop him? Mono Fed? Blisterdal? Luckiest tennis player ever.
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