That's because your head is stuck of Sampras' asss. Take a breather.
I agree with you, although, he can win ugly. Last year's match against Simon was an example of that. But, in general, you're right, and it was something I was hoping Annacone would have been able to change. He has to realize that winning is winning, and that it doesn't matter if it looks "ugly. ". He is kind of arrogant on court, in that, he's not that willing to stick to a game plan or eliminate what isn't working.
The only way to possibly determine that would be to see peak Rafa vs peak Roger on a hard court. It never happened, so we'll never know.
Honestly Nadal fans, you look really pathetic celebrating so viciously, your guy who is supposedly in his peak years, taking out 30 year old Fed.
I'm not suggesting he lost because of this. Nadal was the better player today. My problem is with Fedeer not willing to throw away shots that don't work. I know Roger has to come in to finish the point as soon as he can, but there were a lot if instances where coming in wasn't the best option and he took the chance and lost it.
No, the game plan was fine.
He tried playing more into the court, more S-V, more aggressive returning, all from Annacone. His BH was stronger.
There were too many errors though from all sides, on all shots, to a large extent as a result of the pressure from Nadal. Not very bad, but bad enough to lose to Nadal.
And, mainly, too low a 1st serve in percentage. You can't win against Nadal with that.
Honestly no way Berdych is beating Nadal? If he does you can flame me badly.
Del Potro was the only one who can ruin this meeting.
Last time they met Nadal won 7-5, 4-6,7-6(3),3-6,6-2.
This time I think it will be Federer in 4: 7-5,4-6,6-4,7-6(8)
I think I'm done picking Fed in final 4's. I guess I was a victim of fools gold, as he looked to be in vintage form leading up to this match.
I guess I picked with my heart instead of my head. Nadal is just a relentless warrior on the tennis court, and Fed self destructed once again. That forehand was UE machine.
Looking forward to another Djokovich vs Nadal final.
Uh, it's pretty damn muted in here, dunno what board you're reading.
Jesus Roger did better against Nadal at FO11 on clay for godsakes.
Pressure, yes, but he seemed also slightly slow and out of position when hitting some wide shots.
No, the game plan was fine.
He tried playing more into the court, more S-V, more aggressive returning, all from Annacone. His BH was stronger.
There were too many errors though from all sides, on all shots, to a large extent as a result of the pressure from Nadal. Not very bad, but bad enough to lose to Nadal.
And, mainly, too low a 1st serve in percentage. You can't win against Nadal with that.
How would you know, since your head is buried in the ass of a certain player...
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You got the score almost right but the winner was Nadal.
How would you know, since your head is buried in the ass of a certain player...
Do you see Fed winning another slam title Marius? I think Fed would have beaten Berdych if he advanced and would have a good shot at either Novak or Murray in the final. Hard to see it happenning unless someone else takes out Nadal at this point.
The only way to possibly determine that would be to see peak Rafa vs peak Roger on a hard court. It never happened, so we'll never know.
Honestly Nadal fans, you look really pathetic celebrating so viciously, your guy who is supposedly in his peak years, taking out 30 year old Fed.
Tough loss but I'll take it and move on. Anything Federer does this year is just icing on the cake of a truly remarkable career. If he wins the odd title here or there... SWEET.
Do you see Fed winning another slam title Marius? I think Fed would have beaten Berdych if he advanced and would have a good shot at either Novak or Murray in the final. Hard to see it happenning unless someone else takes out Nadal at this point.
Mike Shams is NOT a Nadal fan. He is a raging *********,and very proud troll. Ignore everything he says.
Most Nadal fans realize that there is no glory in this since they both sucked ass today, outmugging eachother.
I'm sure some will troll in the next few hours but the Fedal rivalry has lost so much steam that people can't even get upset or riled up anymore.
So Fed fans, how did Nadal cheat this time?
due to the more frequent mental lapses. they cost him.
A very cool greeting between the two at the end of the match.
Rafa made some pretty nice shots but yeah this one definitely lacked the quality of other Roger Rafa matches, particularly Wimbledon 2008 and AO 2009.
However this does really solidify it now though. Rafa is officially better than Roger.
Time between points. Clear graphic showing Fed takes 23 sec, and Nadal takes 30 sec.
Fed should be adjusted knowing how long Nadal take, so nope that's not right.
No one troll when federer loses? Must just be because no one expects him to win anymore.
wonder what certain nadal fans laughably predicting federer would win, are thinking now. surely it was just an act, everyone knows that the time when federer can beat nadal in a slam passed a long time ago. when will people learn?
Nadal has got an excellent chance to win the title despite all this doomsday stuff being thrown around by nadal fans, especially if Murray wins.
I need catharsis. I need to purge my emotions.
So Fed fans, how did Nadal cheat this time?
LOL, cannot believe this thread and the rubbish posted in it. People actually thought Federer could beat Nadal? I mean when did that last happen, in a slam? 5 years ago...
Anyway, Nadal toyed with Federer as predicted. No surprises here.
And the morality is: never bet against Rafa when he plays Fed outdoor.
Great victory for Rafa. 4th slam final in a row. Kudos!
ETA: and the head to head is now... 18-9? Cool.
The fact that trollforthewin is reacting so badly to The Egg's pigeon winning this semi is more than enough proof that he is nothing but a Fed fan in disguise. Most people already know that anyway,but he has more than proved it tonight.
The fact that trollforthewin is reacting so badly to The Egg's pigeon winning this semi is more than enough proof that he is nothing but a Fed fan in disguise. Most people already know that anyway,but he has more than proved it tonight.
The fact that trollforthewin is reacting so badly to The Egg's pigeon winning this semi is more than enough proof that he is nothing but a Fed fan in disguise. Most people already know that anyway,but he has more than proved it tonight.