2018 Wimbledon Final: Kevin Anderson (8) vs Novak Djokovic (12)
- Thread starter Im(moral) Winner
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VaporDude95
Banned
You know what, as a Fed fan I’ve found a new appreciation for Djokovic.
The way he fights for every point and the way he goes fo every shot makes me respect him more. I hope he wins his 13th slam on Sunday.
The way he fights for every point and the way he goes fo every shot makes me respect him more. I hope he wins his 13th slam on Sunday.
Adv. Edberg
Legend
Boring match. Djoko in straights if course. Heading to the beach instead.
World Beater
Hall of Fame
would be funny if Anderson won this...
TheAssassin
Legend
Their 2015 meeting is an excellent warning for Djokovic now.
Now I am not one of those who endlessly begs for one more win, but please Novak just win tomorrow. Take that Wimbledon trophy again!
Now I am not one of those who endlessly begs for one more win, but please Novak just win tomorrow. Take that Wimbledon trophy again!
Incognito
Legend
I don’t want him to win but Novak will take this in three. It will be identical to USO17 final, score-wise.
The only positive outcome will be that @Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil @Hitman and @swordtennis Will have a super happy day
The only positive outcome will be that @Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil @Hitman and @swordtennis Will have a super happy day
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
LMAO EPIC!I don’t want him to win but Novak will take this in three. It will be identical to USO17 final, score-wise.
The only positive outcome will be that @Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil @Hitman and @swordtennis Will have a super happy day
The Green Mile
Bionic Poster
I'll say Djokovic in four, it's going to be fun to watch how Djokovic manages his forehand return which has been a bit of a liability at times. Completely different look for Novak, after Rafa's lefty jamming serve down the Tee/into the body. I think Novak will handle it better, sure Kevin will get many free points, but a few more meaningful returns are on the cards IMO.
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
It should be easier on djokovic in the rallies. That will help him. Return games are going to be difficult. Hopefully he can break anderson once or twice a set.
Incognito
Legend
Red Rick
Bionic Poster
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Deleted member 756486
Guest
Djokovic in 4.
Kandyman will win a set then Novak will realise he’s facing a @MugOpponent then proceed to use Kevin as his whipping boy for 3 sets.
Score:
5-7 6-3 6-4 6-3 Djokovic
Kandyman will win a set then Novak will realise he’s facing a @MugOpponent then proceed to use Kevin as his whipping boy for 3 sets.
Score:
5-7 6-3 6-4 6-3 Djokovic
Mr Feeny
Hall of Fame
I've seen him referred to as Kandyman several times today. What's that about?
Im(moral) Winner
G.O.A.T.
I've seen a Kevin Anderson fan (yes, they exist) on MTF call him KAndy, which comes from Kevin Anderson, I figure.
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Deleted member 756486
Guest
Kandy is short for Kevin Anderson.
I think @stringertom began saying “Kandyman” and so the GPOAT created another epic nickname for a not so epic player.
Antonio Puente
Hall of Fame
I doubt it will, but If it happened, it would have to be one of the most crushing defeats ever.
That said, they did go to 7-5 in the 5th at Wimbledon just a few years ago.
Mr Feeny
Hall of Fame
Kandy is short for Kevin Anderson.
I think @stringertom began saying “Kandyman” and so the GPOAT created another epic nickname for a not so epic player.
Ah. Now I get it. Thanks lads.
stringertom
Bionic Poster
He slayed twice this week so he's epic now!Kandy is short for Kevin Anderson.
I think @stringertom began saying “Kandyman” and so the GPOAT created another epic nickname for a not so epic player.
stringertom
Bionic Poster
Everyone else has explained it but here's my origin (whether somebody else preceded me elsewhere I'm not sure):
In SDL and PPL leagues, I try to infuse some humor in my picks. Four or five years ago he was almost a good luck charm for me if I picked him early (and often in PPL) so I took the K and the Andy then added the man to honor the old Sammy Davis Jr. song.
Tennisanity
Legend
Djoker's done his job. Now get out of the way and let Anderson win his first slam
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
fed fans now with Djokovic and fans. lol
lol
stringertom
Bionic Poster
Love a comeback more than anything else!fed fans now with Djokovic and fans.
Would like new blood winning a title tomorrow as much as seeing Joe Kovic finish up so I'll be happy as long as both weary guys can produce a good match!
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
Same here. It is a win for Kojak either way. Anderson has a good shot and his chances increase than if he had to face Nadal
lud
Hall of Fame
I don't know what woulx be crazier Anderson winning Wimbledon or Croatia(my country) winning World Cup?
But when you think both finals have some similarities. Anderson/Croatia where always here,dangerous. No player or team could say 'this one will be easy win'. Both defeat greatest Federer/Messi in route to final. However, on the other side we have revenants who were once best in world. Djokovic 2011-2015 and France 1998-2000(era with Zidane). Also both Djokovic/France knock out currently best World player Nadal/Messi with Argentina.
My pick is Djokovic and of course Viva La Croatia - WC 2018 Champions!!
But when you think both finals have some similarities. Anderson/Croatia where always here,dangerous. No player or team could say 'this one will be easy win'. Both defeat greatest Federer/Messi in route to final. However, on the other side we have revenants who were once best in world. Djokovic 2011-2015 and France 1998-2000(era with Zidane). Also both Djokovic/France knock out currently best World player Nadal/Messi with Argentina.
My pick is Djokovic and of course Viva La Croatia - WC 2018 Champions!!
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
I don’t want him to win but Novak will take this in three. It will be identical to USO17 final, score-wise.
The only positive outcome will be that @Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil @Hitman and @swordtennis Will have a super happy day
And me!
toby55555
Hall of Fame
BBC
Harry_Wild
G.O.A.T.
I think Anderson will win now that Djokovic had to go additional games today with Rafa while his opponent has the day off! Anderson beat RF so Djokovic should be easier I think for Anderson to play on grass; with his serve and powerful ground strokes!
JoelSandwich
Hall of Fame
If Djokovic wins it’s surely the toughest slam draw since AO 2017
Federer and Del Potro
Talk Tennis Guru
2 pages lmao. Anderson is that boring
marc45
G.O.A.T.
Bodo on Anderson:
The No. 8 seed had the day off Saturday, but he's played over 15 hours of tennis in his past three rounds. He came into the tournament dealing with a chronic hamstring injury, for which he's been wearing compression shorts. He wasn't even sure how to approach his recovery from the semifinal, having never been involved in so long a match.
"I think we're going to play it by ear, see how I feel, see how my body reacts in the morning," Anderson said Friday night. "My feet are sore, they're swollen. The legs are pretty jelly-like. Ideally I'd like to get out and hit for maybe 30 minutes, just to keep the eye in. I want to try to keep the same sort of routines that we've been having."
The No. 8 seed had the day off Saturday, but he's played over 15 hours of tennis in his past three rounds. He came into the tournament dealing with a chronic hamstring injury, for which he's been wearing compression shorts. He wasn't even sure how to approach his recovery from the semifinal, having never been involved in so long a match.
"I think we're going to play it by ear, see how I feel, see how my body reacts in the morning," Anderson said Friday night. "My feet are sore, they're swollen. The legs are pretty jelly-like. Ideally I'd like to get out and hit for maybe 30 minutes, just to keep the eye in. I want to try to keep the same sort of routines that we've been having."
Im(moral) Winner
G.O.A.T.
Anderson or Djokovic?2 pages lmao. Anderson is that boring
RS92
Hall of Fame
Another one:
2011: Djokovic defeated Tomic in 4 sets in the quarterfinals
2018: Djokovic defeated Nishikori in 4 sets in the quarterfinals
And on the women's side, a left handed player won the final in straight sets (Kvitova 2011 and Kerber 2018)
estigma2001
Hall of Fame
Darth Nole is back, voted in 3
MatsPhilander
Legend
SW19 is about grace &technique, giant servebots have not fared well here generally.
duaneeo
Legend
I first thought it was a given the winner of Nadal/Djokovic will be the Wimbledon champion, but now that it's Djokovic, I'm not so sure. I actually think an upset is possible. Anderson will be nervous, but it'll be Nole's first slam final in 2 years, his 3rd continuous day of play, it's been awhile since he's been such the huge favorite in a final, and he's had no time to regroup after his huge SF win over Nadal.
I don't think Anderson will be tired as in chasing the ball. I think his issue may be he hit so many serves Friday his arm and shoulder could be an issue. It should be clear very early watching him serve. It is like a baseball pitcher coming back on short rest. The adrenaline will cover up the issue for most of the first set but once he settles in it will be apparent whether he is good to go. If he is good to go Novak will have his hands full.
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