2015 ATP WTF RR: Djokovic (1) vs. Nishikori (8)

[Krish872007]

Novak is looking to cap off an incredible 2015 season here in London at the WTF.
He leads Nishikori 4-2 (last loss coming at the 2014 US Open).
These two clashed in the WTF semis last year, with the world no.1 prevailing 6-1, 3-6, 6-0.

Who comes out on top in this opening match?

 

[rrben29]

As much as I love Nishikori... going with Djoko on this one.

Though, I don't mind being wrong on this one either if that's what ends up happening.

 

[Feather]

Nishikori in 3

 

[romeo8880]

Nishikori will probably quit if he's losing. I used to like him but it's getting old.

 

[Meles]

Nishikori will probably quit if he's losing. I used to like him but it's getting old.

Nishikori has a very nice head to head against his entire group at WTF. Quite injury prone recently, again, and don't see that changing. Djokovic is well aware of recent history and is in top form, so straight sets this time, and one set will be close.

 

[Backspin1183]

If Nishikori is fully fit and playing well, he can beat Djokovic. Gasquet is a much tougher opponent for the Japanese than the Serb.

 

[MarcusInKensington]

Nishikori to bail about halfway through the second set.

 

[Djokovic2011]

If Nishikori is fully fit and playing well, he can beat Djokovic. Gasquet is a much tougher opponent for the Japanese than the Serb.

Lol, what does Gasquet have to do with the Djokovic/Nishikori matchup?

 

[TheGhostOfAgassi]

Those draw photos of Kei doesn't look very promising, looks ill already. Would love if he won but he has no chance in hell. Novak in 2 easy sets.

 

[Backspin1183]

Lol, what does Gasquet have to do with the Djokovic/Nishikori matchup?

Nishikori can't beat Gasquet but can beat Djokovic even in his best season. Hope this makes you lol more.

 

[CYGS]

Nishikori can't beat Gasquet but can beat Djokovic even in his best season. Hope this makes you lol more.

No he can't.

 

[SJSA]

Djoko in 2

 

[Dark Magician]

Novak in straights

 

[Djokovic2011]

Nishikori can't beat Gasquet but can beat Djokovic even in his best season. Hope this makes you lol more.

Nishikori hasn't beaten Djokovic this year babes.

 

[Backspin1183]

No he can't.

Basel 2011.

Nishikori hasn't beaten Djokovic this year babes.

Did they even play this year? He always has a chance against Novak due to the match up.

 

[Djokovic2011]

Did they even play this year? He always has a chance against Novak due to the match up.

Rome QF.

 

[malbaker86]

No point in this thread. Novak in 2

 

[Levi_Ackerman]

Nishikori to hand Novak his first defeat since.....hahahahaha....

 

[CYGS]

Basel 2011.

2011 is not his best season. 3 slams + 1 final + 6 masters make 2015 his best. So, STFU.

 

[Backspin1183]

2011 is not his best season. 3 slams + 1 final + 6 masters make 2015 his best. So, STFU.

We'll see, dawg.

 

[3fees]

Nole in 2 or 3

Cheers
3Fees

 

[cc0509]

Djokovic in two.

 

[RSH]

Novak in 3.

 

[Tennis sensation]

Djokovic in 2 sets

 

[BeatlesFan]

Djoker will administer a thorough beat down to the overrated Kei, 6-2, 6-2.

 

[NBP]

More of my qwerks and stuff -

November 15, 2014, 2PM - Djokovic v Nishikori in London
November 15, 2015, 2PM - Djokovic v Nishikori in London

 

[tennisfan2015]

ND- Kei 2-0

 

[Chanwan]

What's the latest on Nishi's back?
Novak in 2. He'll make sure to crush the opposition before they get any ideas they might stand a chance

 

[Garhi Shot First]

I voted with my heart: I think Djokovic is taking it, but I hope Nishikori shows good form again and pushes him to 3.

 

[The Green Mile]

Djokovic in 2 sets.

 

[TheGhostOfAgassi]

Will Nishi do a Holly Holm? Her odds was as low as 1/18.
Would be fun if Nish caused a huge upset!

 

[Noleberic123]

I expect a somewhat comfortable win for Djokovic. 6-3 6-4?

 

[TearTheRoofOff]

I'm going to go with 6-2 6-2 to Ultron

 

[Meles]

The fear and anxiety of the Djoko fans is palpable as play sets to begin.

 

[marc45]

Nishikori feels like the 0-3 guy that usually sticks out in at least one of the groups, just because he didn't do much or play much in the fall

 

[Terenigma]

Nishikori and Djokovic walking onto court now and Nishikori holding what i can only describe as a large white purse.

 

[marc45]

did they add an old goatee on Novak on the scoreboard?

 

[RSH]

After a week of lunacy, tennis is back, and I am hyped!

 

[fighting123]

Final event of the year. I am ready.

 

[Red Rick]

Why do they show the Masters 1000 win/loss here?

 

[Backspin1183]

Kei needs to start well. If he can take the first set, he can win. If Novak takes the first set, it's over for the Japanese.

 

[Garhi Shot First]

Moment of silence. (source)

 

[Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil]

First multicolored shirt I have seen Djokovic wear this year.

 

[Terenigma]

Djokovic had Nishikori on a string in that first point lol

 

[Tennis wizard]

First multicolored shirt I have seen Djokovic wear this year.

I cant see him

 

[Chanwan]

how many games for Nishi? 4?

 

[Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil]

I cant see him

He seems to now go by the rule same shirt color as the court color.

 

[Garhi Shot First]

Piers Newbery ‏@piersnewbery
A meeting of the young hopefuls here, Djokovic (28) and Nishikori (25) the two youngest players in the draw.

 

[Terenigma]

I fear for Nishikori...

He's getting bullied on the points, Djokovic looking the more dominant early on. 2 BP chances

 

[Krish872007]

Court looks about the same as last year - Castle says it's not that quick. Lighting looks good, and Novak is settling down. 2 break points.