Rafa and Roger's responses to Agassi meth confession.

babbette · 10-29-2009, 11:24 AM

Nadal-"Asked about the surprise statements Andre Agassi, in which the U.S. admitted having used drugs. "I think is fatal," said Nadal, who said he did not understand "why say that now because he is retired, is a way of hurting the sport without any sense. If at the time the ATP covered the topic of Agassi and yes I passed other seems a lack of respect for all sports and from my point of view I want, I believe and hope that none of this is happening now. I think we have a clean sport and I am one who it want it to be, though I disagree with forms. The cheaters must be punished and if Agassi was a cheater in his day should have been punished, "

Federer-Agassi's drug message is also for Federer, "were a shock ':" I am disappointed that something like this has happened. I hope that the outing was good for Agassi. That was better than keeping everything to himself"

Roger takes Agassi but also in protection. He has done incredible things in his career, as a player and as a person. With his Foundation, he has generated over 100 million U.S. dollars. "This is at the forefront," said Federer.

The tennis players are rigorously tested, according to Federer on doping - twenty to thirty times a year. Tests for spontaneous, the tennis player must have one hours a day available. "In the future it will not happen anything. "The sport is to remain healthy," said Federer. (nw)
.............................................

With the language barrier I guess Federer is closer to Agassi and is able to offer Agassi the sympathy or whatever he was looking for by revealing this.

But to be honest, who cares! He should've kept it to himself! What will he reveal next to shock when everybody has forgotten him...that he once had a male relationship with a player?

dwhiteside · 10-29-2009, 11:27 AM

We don't know whether or not he just used it one time or multiple times. It obviously didn't affect him positively in tennis and I'm sure he didn't smoke meth right before his tennis matches since in 97 he was not even in the top 100. From what it said in the excerpt he maybe just did it once? Who knows.

sureshs · 10-29-2009, 11:32 AM

As usual Fed is all diplomatic BS, and the honest lad from Mallorca speaks the truth from his heart. Agassi's revelation was meant to embarrass the ATP. It could be out of spite for the way his puppet, Perry Rogers, was kicked out of the Player's Council, or he may have some issues with others during his time.

Vyse · 10-29-2009, 11:35 AM

I like Nadal's response.

All-rounder · 10-29-2009, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by sureshs

As usual Fed is all diplomatic BS, and the honest lad from Mallorca speaks the truth from his heart. Agassi's revelation was meant to embarrass the ATP. It could be out of spite for the way his puppet, Perry Rogers, was kicked out of the Player's Council, or he may have some issues with others during his time.

You would bash federer whether or not he gave his honest opinion

Ledigs · 10-29-2009, 11:38 AM

The google translation makes it very difficult to understand what they are saying

Cantankersore · 10-29-2009, 11:39 AM

Hurry guys, we need this thread to also descend into baseless discussion of Nadal's PED usage!

But seriously, I'm glad Agassi came out and admitted it. I'd rather know something than not know something.

Joe Pike · 10-29-2009, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by babbette

Nadal-"Asked about the surprise statements Andre Agassi, in which the U.S. admitted having used drugs. "I think is fatal," said Nadal, who said he did not understand "why say that now because he is retired, is a way of hurting the sport without any sense. If at the time the ATP covered the topic of Agassi and yes I passed other seems a lack of respect for all sports and from my point of view I want, I believe and hope that none of this is happening now. I think we have a clean sport and I am one who it want it to be, though I disagree with forms. The cheaters must be punished and if Agassi was a cheater in his day should have been punished, "

Federer-Agassi's drug message is also for Federer, "were a shock ':" I am disappointed that something like this has happened. I hope that the outing was good for Agassi. That was better than keeping everything to himself"

Roger takes Agassi but also in protection. He has done incredible things in his career, as a player and as a person. With his Foundation, he has generated over 100 million U.S. dollars. "This is at the forefront," said Federer.

The tennis players are rigorously tested, according to Federer on doping - twenty to thirty times a year. Tests for spontaneous, the tennis player must have one hours a day available. "In the future it will not happen anything. "The sport is to remain healthy," said Federer. (nw)
.............................................

With the language barrier I guess Federer is closer to Agassi and is able to offer Agassi the sympathy or whatever he was looking for by revealing this.

But to be honest, who cares! He should've kept it to himself! What will he reveal next to shock when everybody has forgotten him...that he once had a male relationship with a player?

What exactly has taking meth to do with tennis?

sureshs · 10-29-2009, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by All-rounder

You would bash federer whether or not he gave his honest opinion

He needs to stand up for something. Just being against Hawk Eye is not a sign of greatness.

TheMagicianOfPrecision · 10-29-2009, 11:52 AM

Nadal shouldnt even be allowed on commenting this, Agassi and Federer is pure greatness.
Nadal is a buttpicker, crybaby,hypocrite,time-delayer and rule-bender.
He shouldnt even mention Agassis name.

Ledigs · 10-29-2009, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheMagicianOfPrecision

Nadal shouldnt even be allowed on commenting this, Agassi and Federer is pure greatness.
Nadal is a buttpicker, crybaby,hypocrite,time-delayer and rule-bender.
He shouldnt even mention Agassis name.

now now

TheMagicianOfPrecision · 10-29-2009, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ledigs

now now

This is my humble opinion.
I dont have to like him, right?

LiveForever · 10-29-2009, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheMagicianOfPrecision

Nadal shouldnt even be allowed on commenting this, Agassi and Federer is pure greatness.
Nadal is a buttpicker, crybaby,hypocrite,time-delayer and rule-bender.
He shouldnt even mention Agassis name.

You are absolutely crazy. Nadal is 23 years of age and is for sure gonna surpass almost all of Agassi's achievements. He is a great Tennis champion and should be allowed to comment on whatever he likes.

Blinkism · 10-29-2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheMagicianOfPrecision

Nadal shouldnt even be allowed on commenting this, Agassi and Federer is pure greatness.
Nadal is a buttpicker, crybaby,hypocrite,time-delayer and rule-bender.
He shouldnt even mention Agassis name.

Don't forget that he's also a topspin monkey and a 'roids junkie

FedSampras1 · 10-29-2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by babbette

Nadal-"Asked about the surprise statements Andre Agassi, in which the U.S. admitted having used drugs. "I think is fatal," said Nadal, who said he did not understand "why say that now because he is retired, is a way of hurting the sport without any sense. If at the time the ATP covered the topic of Agassi and yes I passed other seems a lack of respect for all sports and from my point of view I want, I believe and hope that none of this is happening now. I think we have a clean sport and I am one who it want it to be, though I disagree with forms. The cheaters must be punished and if Agassi was a cheater in his day should have been punished, "

LMFAO
The one who needs to be punished is Nadal for juicer

He should have kept his mouth shut

All-rounder · 10-29-2009, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sureshs

He needs to stand up for something. Just being against Hawk Eye is not a sign of greatness.

I just don't like the fact that you don't respect Federer's opinion on this situation just because nadal's is different you may think its the right thing to say when in reality its just another opinion.

EKnee08 · 10-29-2009, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by babbette

Nadal-"Asked about the surprise statements Andre Agassi, in which the U.S. admitted having used drugs. "I think is fatal," said Nadal, who said he did not understand "why say that now because he is retired, is a way of hurting the sport without any sense. If at the time the ATP covered the topic of Agassi and yes I passed other seems a lack of respect for all sports and from my point of view I want, I believe and hope that none of this is happening now. I think we have a clean sport and I am one who it want it to be, though I disagree with forms. The cheaters must be punished and if Agassi was a cheater in his day should have been punished, "

Federer-Agassi's drug message is also for Federer, "were a shock ':" I am disappointed that something like this has happened. I hope that the outing was good for Agassi. That was better than keeping everything to himself"

Roger takes Agassi but also in protection. He has done incredible things in his career, as a player and as a person. With his Foundation, he has generated over 100 million U.S. dollars. "This is at the forefront," said Federer.

The tennis players are rigorously tested, according to Federer on doping - twenty to thirty times a year. Tests for spontaneous, the tennis player must have one hours a day available. "In the future it will not happen anything. "The sport is to remain healthy," said Federer. (nw)
.............................................

With the language barrier I guess Federer is closer to Agassi and is able to offer Agassi the sympathy or whatever he was looking for by revealing this.

But to be honest, who cares! He should've kept it to himself! What will he reveal next to shock when everybody has forgotten him...that he once had a male relationship with a player?

Maybe its a language barrier with Rafa- but taking meth, did not make him a "cheater." It is a recreational drug and not a performance enhancing drug. If anything, it was a "performance reducer" and probably contributed to his short-term decline. Thats not to say that he shouldn't have been punished at the time for substance abuse as a negative impact on the sport.

Blinkism · 10-29-2009, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by EKnee08

Maybe its a language barrier with Rafa- but taking meth, did not make him a "cheater." It is a recreational drug and not a performance enhancing drug. If anything, it was a "performance reducer" and probably contributed to his short-term decline. Thats not to say that he shouldn't have been punished at the time for substance abuse as a negative impact on the sport.

Taking Meth before stepping on the court could enhance your performance, though.

It could make you hyperactive and super-focused.

Agassi didn't admit to taking it on-court, but rather said something along the lines of using it experimentally.

Still, it shouldn't be allowed in sport.

But, he's retired so what can you do?

MichaelChang · 10-29-2009, 12:09 PM

deleted nvm.

Cesc Fabregas · 10-29-2009, 12:12 PM

Hahaha, wheres Mandy? Its Federer speaking the "politically correct nonence", she would be a hyprocrite not to criticise Federer.

10-29-2009, 11:24 AM	#1
babbette Legend Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 5,942	Rafa and Roger's responses to Agassi meth confession. Nadal-"Asked about the surprise statements Andre Agassi, in which the U.S. admitted having used drugs. "I think is fatal," said Nadal, who said he did not understand "why say that now because he is retired, is a way of hurting the sport without any sense. If at the time the ATP covered the topic of Agassi and yes I passed other seems a lack of respect for all sports and from my point of view I want, I believe and hope that none of this is happening now. I think we have a clean sport and I am one who it want it to be, though I disagree with forms. The cheaters must be punished and if Agassi was a cheater in his day should have been punished, " Federer-Agassi's drug message is also for Federer, "were a shock ':" I am disappointed that something like this has happened. I hope that the outing was good for Agassi. That was better than keeping everything to himself" Roger takes Agassi but also in protection. He has done incredible things in his career, as a player and as a person. With his Foundation, he has generated over 100 million U.S. dollars. "This is at the forefront," said Federer. The tennis players are rigorously tested, according to Federer on doping - twenty to thirty times a year. Tests for spontaneous, the tennis player must have one hours a day available. "In the future it will not happen anything. "The sport is to remain healthy," said Federer. (nw) ............................................. With the language barrier I guess Federer is closer to Agassi and is able to offer Agassi the sympathy or whatever he was looking for by revealing this. But to be honest, who cares! He should've kept it to himself! What will he reveal next to shock when everybody has forgotten him...that he once had a male relationship with a player?

10-29-2009, 11:32 AM	#3
sureshs Talk Tennis Guru Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 26,315	As usual Fed is all diplomatic BS, and the honest lad from Mallorca speaks the truth from his heart. Agassi's revelation was meant to embarrass the ATP. It could be out of spite for the way his puppet, Perry Rogers, was kicked out of the Player's Council, or he may have some issues with others during his time. Last edited by sureshs : 10-29-2009 at 11:36 AM.

10-29-2009, 12:09 PM	#19
MichaelChang Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 2,040	deleted nvm. Last edited by MichaelChang : 10-29-2009 at 12:41 PM.

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