Raul_SJ
G.O.A.T.
That is true but this "Ian vs GSG" thread was started way back in September.
Get on with it already!
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That is true but this "Ian vs GSG" thread was started way back in September.
Get on with it already!
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Around 4 matches total, all different opponents. 2 matches were actually livestreamed and someone even shared the links here but the videos are now private.
Ian made them sign an NDA, so no one's even saying that the matches are over. Ian's team will be editing and releasing the videos in about 4 to 5 weeks. Knowing Ian, he will definitely be milking the MEP matches with part 1,2,3 and highlights and analysis and what not. Ugh, Ian is like the Logan/Jake paul of youtube tennis.
I did not and would not sign an NDA. I would have nothing to gain from doing that, and more importantly, it isn't necessary. They asked me informally not to discuss the results prior to matches being posted, and I agreed not to do so as a matter of mutual trust and respect.
Morch Us
Hall of Fame
Mark is more of a partner in business now, and Mark also has intentions to make a full time job/income out of tennis/youtube/videos, and is exploring his own ideas/options on how he proceeds. So probably more legal paperwork makes more sense there (even if you trust each other), so that individual interests are explicitly stated beforehand and protected.
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Let's see , 4 matches = 20 videos approx (parts 1,2,3, highlights + another analysis). Approx 15k views per video = 20 * 15 * 5 (average $5 per 1000 views) = $1500 just from ads. Other benefits include a very slight increase in subscribers and maybe course purchases.
I don't think Ian will be cancelled at all, quite the opposite, lots of praise for bringing MEP entertainment. I personally don't like his content, style and clickbait, except matchplay videos, but he seems like a nice guy and people like him so he's going to do well for himself.
S&V-not_dead_yet
Talk Tennis Guru
How is it "stalling"? It takes time to produce such videos if you want a quality product [and I think ET's videos are among the best] and there is probably a backlog so just because the match happened on Day 1 does not mean the video will be published that evening.
The doubles match that's currently the most recently uploaded probably happened weeks ago.
The vast majority will not pay one dollar for this. But the potentially increased traffic will generate ad revenue and other benefits.
Now, if he announces that he was just kidding, that the match won't happen until July, that will turn some people off, never to return. But I'm betting the majority would still tune in come July.
No one is going to "cancel" Ian. He is not political at all. LMAO.
Rubens
Hall of Fame
It's not a requirement.
giantschwinn
Semi-Pro
The fact that it took so long in post production, I am guessing Ian needs to find ways to spin why he lost. I'm actually more interested in how Mark Sansait does against GSG.
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Nah, it's normal for Ian to take 4 to 5 weeks to release videos. He said on one of the livestreams that he has a massive backlog of videos.
Raul_SJ
G.O.A.T.
We salute Ian for making $$$ off this drama. We love capitalism.
But Ian should be up front that the match has already been played and that he is now in the process of posting it.
It has already been several months. Continually teasing and implying that the match has not been played yet is just annoying and tacky.
But Ian should be up front that the match has already been played and that he is now in the process of posting it.
It has already been several months. Continually teasing and implying that the match has not been played yet is just annoying and tacky.
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S&V-not_dead_yet
Talk Tennis Guru
Why? He's never done that with any of the other matches that were played on the ET court.
From when he sprained his ankle, yes. But between rehab and then trying to reschedule, I can see how it might take a while.
From what I gathered from what GSG posted, it happened last week. But I have no first-hand knowledge.
Where did he imply the match hadn't been played yet?
Clash Ah ah
Rookie
A lot of assuming with negative undertones have recently popped up on this thread and we know what happens when people assume. Maybe it’s lockdown, stressing people out.
What will be will be.
What will be will be.
FiddlerDog
Hall of Fame
He only played the match recently. It takes weeks to edit and produce a video. Imagine this buzz for a video that has not even been released yet.
Well I think it will be just like any other youtube video. Let's not get carried away with the profits for Ian though. You can do a cooking response video and get like 1 million views. Ian will be lucky to get 50k a video..
Is GSG getting a cut of the Youtube revenue? He deserves it.
Ian generously offered to reimburse me the cost of my trip. In lieu of reimbursing me, I asked Ian to make a contribution to the charity that @TennisTroll supports,
http://georgiatennisfoundation.org, and Ian graciously agreed to do so.
Clash Ah ah
Rookie
heninfan99
Talk Tennis Guru
They already streamed a GSG match vs. a player named Topher. You should maybe watch the channel sometimes.
travlerajm
Talk Tennis Guru
Synopsis?
Link? I looked at Topher on his channel - and it was just Ian beating him down..
heninfan99
Talk Tennis Guru
Topher got the win by playing smart, aggressive tennis and approaching the net when opportunity was there. IIRC 1st set wasnt too close but 2nd set was closer. Lots of mutual respect between the players in the end.
There was mention of multiple matches being played on GSG's visit.
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S&V-not_dead_yet
Talk Tennis Guru
No, his name was "Topher".
No, his name was GSG
ACSTracker
New User
My prediction is Ian wins 6-2, 6-1.
If Ian plays for real, and not to promote his own YouTube channel, it will not be close.
If Ian plays for real, and not to promote his own YouTube channel, it will not be close.
FiddlerDog
Hall of Fame
Ian in his own words about this being a "must win" with his career riding on it nonsense
Morch Us
Hall of Fame
I thought in that video he said 3 weeks from today, and that video was posted live 2hrs ago it seems. I am confused.. I thought the MEP match was done, but according to this video it is 3 weeks from today.
Rubens
Hall of Fame
The video of the (already played) match will be published in 3 weeks. Ian is desperately building up the drama right now.
travlerajm
Talk Tennis Guru
I liked the video, but he’d get more credit for ‘putting his player self on the line’ if he had posted it before the match.
FIRETennis
Professional
Rubens
Hall of Fame
The only thing missing is a picture of him praying before the match, like this
Oooooh I'm so scared for Ian. Biting my nails off.
How do we know when it was posted?
chazz
Rookie
I didn't watch his latest live stream video so is he pretending this match hasn't taken place? Screw all the drama. I'm gonna go watch some old Iracer3 matches.
sredna42
Hall of Fame
Maybe some kamp and ham is what this spectacle, I mean, sport, needs as a shot in the arm. Ian could be like the guy who hosts Iron Chef, with the Cape and gloves, hosting ridiculous tennis matches where WHO IS GONNA WIN!
God knows the pro players aren't allowed to show any personality or emotions or opinions whatsoever, which is helping kill the sport
curly_2350
Rookie
That would be correct.
sredna42
Hall of Fame
He lost. My friend Dave knows someone who was there. It was close but Ian was flustered and lost, high deep lobs to his forehand killed him. Things got ugly when Ian started hooking calls openly. so GSG drank ALL the complementary gatorade, then took a toilet break and pi*ssed all over the toilet seat and floor before leaving. And took all the towels and little handsoaps and shampoos.
Raul_SJ
G.O.A.T.
No, Ian finally acknowledged the match has already happened. It takes a couple of days max to edit the video.
It does not justify a three week delay. That is ridiculous.
Slowtwitcher
Legend
Calling Ian Godzilla is just not cool!
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