Get ready for Rafa

[RF20Lennon]

Originally Posted by RAFA2005RG

You are 100 times smaller than me, that is for sure.

I think he means fan not insufferable ****

[RAFA2005RG]

Originally Posted by Mike Sams

Rafa returning to tennis is great for the sport. Unfortunately during his absence, Andy Murray has risen to new heights and is now going to be a deadly foe alongside Djokovic, standing in Rafa's way. Basically Rafa is going to have to go through BOTH these guys to win anything. Not sure I can see anymore AOs or USOs for Nadal with these young hardcourt monsters standing in his way. Wimbledon is going to be risky for him. Basically RG is his only remaining crown that he's a favourite to win.
He's not going to win anymore non-clay Masters titles. I see the Fedal era is nearing the end in terms of domination. I also see Del Potro being the 3rd man alongside Murray and Djokovic who is going to be a roadblock for both Nadal and Federer.

Murray hasn't played any better in 2012.

In 2011, Murray lost to Nadal in 4 sets at Wimbledon. In 2012, Murray lost to Federer in 4 sets at Wimbledon. No difference.

In 2011, Murray lost to Nadal in 4 sets at US Open. In 2012, Murray beat Djokovic in 5 sets at the US Open, but anyone who saw that match will tell you Djokovic DID NOT PLAY WELL, and was a shadow of his 2011 US Open form.

[RAFA2005RG]

Originally Posted by RF20Lennon

I think he means fan not insufferable ****

Tard isn't even a word. Some fans are small. Some fans are large.

[RF20Lennon]

Originally Posted by RAFA2005RG

Tard isn't even a word. Some fans are small. Some fans are large.

What is your measuring scale??

[Mike Sams]

Originally Posted by RAFA2005RG

Murray hasn't played any better in 2012.

In 2011, Murray lost to Nadal in 4 sets at Wimbledon. In 2012, Murray lost to Federer in 4 sets at Wimbledon. No difference.

In 2011, Murray lost to Nadal in 4 sets at US Open. In 2012, Murray beat Djokovic in 5 sets at the US Open, but anyone who saw that match will tell you Djokovic DID NOT PLAY WELL, and was a shadow of his 2011 US Open form.

And you actually think Murray played well in the US Open 2011 against Nadal? Murray was a victim of poor scheduling, coming into the match exhausted after playing John Isner in a tough match less than 24 hours prior. Murray also blew Federer off the court at the Olympics on grass in the final.
Also the last time Murray and Nadal played, Nadal only managed to win 4 points in the 3rd set.

[RF20Lennon]

Originally Posted by Ms Nadal

I just adore Rafa and you people can't see that. I have been really upset with him being gone and I so want him to comeback! Tennis is boring without him. Anyway, I better stop being emotional as someone said that of me too.

you can post what you like! as long as it isnt offensive and doesnt break forum rules

[RAFA2005RG]

Originally Posted by Mike Sams

And you actually think Murray played well in the US Open 2011 against Nadal? Murray was a victim of poor scheduling, coming into the match exhausted after playing John Isner in a tough match less than 24 hours prior. Murray also blew Federer off the court at the Olympics on grass in the final.
Also the last time Murray and Nadal played, Nadal only managed to win 4 points in the 3rd set.

So everybody says Nadal is useless after the US Open each year but when Murray mauls him in Tokyo its supposed to mean something? Seriously?

Murray's best ever performance vs Nadal was 2010 Australian Open 6-3, 7-6(2), 3-0 RET and 2008 US Open 6-2, 7-6(5), 4-6, 6-4.

Murray was great at the Olympics, but Federer had just beaten Del Potro 17-15 in the semi.

[RAFA2005RG]

Originally Posted by RF20Lennon

What is your measuring scale??

There is no measuring scale.

[BeHappy]

Thank goodness!

[rafan]

Yes Djoko and Murray and Federer are doing well BUT Nadal has been resting while the others are using their weary body everyday to attain these heights - it all comes round in the end to endurance

[rafan]

Originally Posted by RAFA2005RG

The best way to save your body at the Australian Open is to not drop a set, or drop as few sets as possible. That is why Nadal must give 100%. If he plays defensive, the points and the matches will be longer. 2010 US Open, is the prototype of how you save your body.

Good point. I think the last Aust open was his undoing and it didn't do any good for Djoko either

[RAFA2005RG]

Originally Posted by rafan

Good point. I think the last Aust open was his undoing and it didn't do any good for Djoko either

I agree, cos Nadal took Feb off and still complained of pain at Indian Wells and then withdrew before Miami semis, and he said he shouldn't have played Miami. So whatever happened at the Australian Open was the cause. And I think Djokovic looked jaded by Wimbledon.

[BorisBeckerFan]

sureshs,

What steps can I take to be ready for Rafa? I want to make sure I am fully prepared.

[RF20Lennon]

Originally Posted by BorisBeckerFan

sureshs,

What steps can I take to be ready for Rafa? I want to make sure I am fully prepared.

I hear Imagination is a Big one

[sureshs]

Originally Posted by BorisBeckerFan

sureshs,

What steps can I take to be ready for Rafa? I want to make sure I am fully prepared.

Be mentally prepared to watch him crush the current heroes.

[veroniquem]

That will be fun!

[TheF1Bob]

Is he on court yet? Don't wanna miss the GOAT*

*At cheating that is.

[Clarky21]

Originally Posted by The Moonballer

Too bad Kneedal is coming back so soon, the ATP was great without the cheater

Zombie troll.

[Crisstti]

Originally Posted by The Moonballer

Too bad Kneedal is coming back so soon, the ATP was great without the cheater

Which banned troll are you?

Get a life.

[Netspirit]

I actually enjoy Nadal's vacation too. First of all, nobody is spanking Federer's wrinkly azz in Nadal's absence, and secondly, it opens up the draws a little bit (I've grown tired of this "big 4" thing).