How is Ferrer still in the top 5?

[Leelord337]

It just amazes me that he's still in the top 5. He's definitely maxed out his abilities as a tennis player, and when looking at the top 8, he stands out more than the others because he simply doesn't have that booming serve or super powerful groundies. His forehand is awesome, but that serve is probably the worst in the top 20?

[jamesblakefan#1]

Consistency. He's been to the Quarters or better of 14 tourneys this year, even though he hasn't peaked in the big events he still remains more consistent than the guys from 6-10 are.

[Tennis sensation]

Consistency is the key my friend....

[Rhino]

Never underestimate the Auckland Heineken Open.

[Zarfot Z]

"How is Ferrer still in the top 5?"

Because 5 titles + QF or better in slams = lots and lots of ATP points

[PCXL-Fan]

Ferrer is the new Davydenko, albeit with less skill on hardcourt (duriog Davy's peak years Davydenko owns Nadal on Hardcourt) and about equal skill on clay.

[augustobt]

Originally Posted by PCXL-Fan

Ferrer is the new Davydenko, albeit with less skill on hardcourt (duriog Davy's peak years Davydenko owns Nadal on Hardcourt) and about equal skill on clay.

I think that David is a better claycourter than Davyd.

[kalyan4fedever]

Ferrer is just like nadal who does not have a big serve except one is left hander and lucky to win slams

[The Bawss]

A week or so ago Ferrer was tied with the most wins on tour this year. Get a clue, OP.

[PCXL-Fan]

Originally Posted by augustobt

I think that David is a better claycourter than Davyd.

Davydenko's wrist injury cost him.

Peak performance davydenko is better.
Davyd has 2 RG semis and 2 RG quarters. In 2005 Davydenko had a 5 set thriller Semi that went down to the wire vs Puerta.

David has 1 RG semi and 1 RG quarter.

So in the end they are about equal on clay.

[Duncan Bell]

Because Ferrer is a really good tennis player.

[President]

He made 2 SF and 2 QF at the majors this year, who has done better than that other than the top 4? His footwork is phenomenal and he's rock solid off of both sides, with his forehand being a great shot. He's also probably one of the top 3 returners on tour right now.

[RAFA2005RG]

Ferrer is in trouble. Rafa said he's keen on playing less hardcourt events and MORE clay events, which may include the 2 South American events Ferrer won this year.

[dangalak]

Originally Posted by PCXL-Fan

Ferrer is the new Davydenko, albeit with less skill on hardcourt (duriog Davy's peak years Davydenko owns Nadal on Hardcourt) and about equal skill on clay.

Ferrer is 3-3 with Nadal on HC. Not ownage, but given the difference of success, quite an interesting record.

[underground]

Because he has 2 slam semifinals and has won 5 tournaments this year?

[kiki]

Because the rest of journeymen are worse

[Mainad]

Originally Posted by The Bawss

A week or so ago Ferrer was tied with the most wins on tour this year. Get a clue, OP.

Tied with whom? He is second in the number of titles won this year with 5. Federer currently heads the list with 6.

[ruerooo]

Originally Posted by PCXL-Fan

Ferrer is the new Davydenko, albeit with less skill on hardcourt (duriog Davy's peak years Davydenko owns Nadal on Hardcourt) and about equal skill on clay.

Daveeed is a better claycourter than Kolya. Look up his Golden Slam record for the past few years, and his results at the big clay Masters - he's in a lot of finals with Rafa in Europe.

[The Bawss]

Originally Posted by Mainad

Tied with whom? He is second in the number of titles won this year with 5. Federer currently heads the list with 6.

Tied with Fed, at 61 wins a piece I believe. This probably isn't the case anymore. Djokovic has surely taken the lead.

[Gonzo_style]

Originally Posted by The Bawss

Tied with Fed, at 61 wins a piece I believe. This probably isn't the case anymore. Djokovic has surely taken the lead.

Yes, Djokovic had 64 wins....