2021 Wimbledon R3: Novak Djokovic [1] vs Denis Kudla [114]
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skypadq
Hall of Fame
djoker in 3 , nothing less nothing more
Nadal15thslam
Hall of Fame
Same score as the Anderson match or even worse
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Deleted member 629564
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Kudla looks strong.
Eliminated Fokina being 0-2 down in 1R.
Eliminated Seppi in 2R in a straight-setter.
Is more than capable to win at least 5 games tomorrow.
Maybe even 6.
Eliminated Fokina being 0-2 down in 1R.
Eliminated Seppi in 2R in a straight-setter.
Is more than capable to win at least 5 games tomorrow.
Maybe even 6.
Adv. Edberg
Legend
How can you be seeded 114? Thought there were only 32 seeds.
Adv. Edberg
Legend
6-4 6-1 6-1 Djokovic
Im(moral) Winner
G.O.A.T.
Clearly just his ranking
Adv. Edberg
Legend
Well that's clearly wrong. Tradition is to put the seed.
stringertom
Bionic Poster
Yes, should have a (Q) next to Kudla.
Somehow Kudla had squeezed in 13 matches on grass this year (11-2) by playing two Challengers, the qualies and now 2 MD matches. He has wins over Anderson and Evans during that stretch in the Challengers. He is sharp and now fresher than after 1R. I’ll guess he keeps all three sets within a break by holding a bunch but he doesn’t have the weapons to break back. Joe Kovic in 3
EzekielTennis
Rookie
I saw there match up live at the U.S. Open and Djokovic was slicing away (mostly because Djokovic was injured). I expect Nole to do the same.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Djoko won’t underestimate him for sure. Should be a fun match.
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
Fun match.
Was just going to post the same thing.
Fun Match. Kudla seems fun.
Kudla smacks the ball and should be a fun match.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Yeah he goes for his shots. Will be a tough match for Novak. He will to be sharp from the get go.
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
Eye of the Tiger.
This major is all over the place.
Who knows who is getting to the QFs?!
InsideOut900
Legend
You don't need to say every match is hard, man
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Just giving my analysisYou don't need to say every match is hard, man
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
Every match is hard.You don't need to say every match is hard, man
Try winning 3 out of 5 sets at a major.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
I agree. It’s a wide open tournament this year. Especially as the players not played on grass for 2 years. I’d love to see Murray make a run too.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
It’s also best to remain humble. To respect every opponent. Novak said that in his presser that 2016 can easily be repeated if he’s not focused at all times.You don't need to say every match is hard, man
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
Dude not even saying anything about Andy.
Do not want to jinx him.
Been lighting candles and chanting incantations for him every evening.
If he gets to the QF's he will be dangerous!
TennisFan3
Talk Tennis Guru
I think you respect Novak's opponents more than even Novak does himself. That's not a bad thing - just saying.
Remember when you said Novak should just skip clay as he is no good with age and won't do much at French Open?
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Exactly right bro. I think that’s what I was pointing out too. Just because we used to them keep doing it. It gets harder to keep producing the goods. The big 3 are just very special and amazing consistency but it gets tougher especially with age.Every match is hard.
Try winning 3 out of 5 sets at a major.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
I agree and I was wrong. I’m so glad to be wrong and Novak made a mug of me and many others. I was worried about the 2 week turnaround between french and Wimbledon.
Its best to be humble though. Things can all change in just one match. You know how fast things can change in tennis.
TennisFan3
Talk Tennis Guru
That much is true. When Novak had his issues in 2016 those came out of the blue. Unexpected.
Although it seems he is determined to avoid anything similar this time. He seems to have more motivation and focus to me, vs before.
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
Umm Novak respects his opponents.
What does that have to do with anything?
Nadal wiped out Djokovic in 2020 and by recent results Djokovic was basically close to never winning again.
It was not until Belgrade 2 that there was even signs Djokovic was mentally and physically ready to win it again.
It took until the post match outburst after the Berratini match that I saw something where he had the mental state to win it again.
Before that it was basically fanatics believing with no results and facts to back it up.
What does that have to do with anything?
Nadal wiped out Djokovic in 2020 and by recent results Djokovic was basically close to never winning again.
It was not until Belgrade 2 that there was even signs Djokovic was mentally and physically ready to win it again.
It took until the post match outburst after the Berratini match that I saw something where he had the mental state to win it again.
Before that it was basically fanatics believing with no results and facts to back it up.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Same here man. Andy Murray revival is the biggest ever. He’s a legend and what an inspiration. No matter what happens.
swordtennis
G.O.A.T.
I am a big recent results guy.
Since 2016 Djokovic did not have the mental state to win a tough SF and F at the French.
I always felt he needed to find a totally different mental state to push through.
He also played a near perfect tactical match against Nadal and did not allow Nadal to get him into a 5th set in the SF.
That was key not getting into a 5th set in the SF.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
I do agree. He looks in a much better place mentally and physically right now.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Of course he has a chance. It’s sport and anything can happen. I hope Djokovic wins but Kudla deserves respect.
TennisFan3
Talk Tennis Guru
Have you listened to some of his podcasts and interviews?
I'm very surprised by how intelligent he is off court. Does a lot of stuff which is useful in real life, and he is very spiritually/philosophically aware.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Yeah they very inspiring. Novak is very intelligent and articulate. I always like listening to his interviews. He’s done so many amazing things off court.
InsideOut900
Legend
There is something called reasonable challenge and then there are journeymen like Kudla.
And that's considering I am usually a pesimist when it comes to predicting Djokovic.
TennisFan3
Talk Tennis Guru
I had a thread on this:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...-of-the-greatest-comebacks-in-history.637775/
Also Novak is very smart it seems. His English is really good too.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Haha you make a good point. Although after the us open last year I don’t take anything for granted anymore.There is something called reasonable challenge and then there are journeymen like Kudla.
And that's considering I am usually a pesimist when it comes to predicting Djokovic.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
He speaks about 6-7 languages too. It’s pretty awesome
TennisFan3
Talk Tennis Guru
I think his intelligence is reflected in his tennis game. IMO he outthought Nadal and Fed.
Studied their weakness and modeled his game. His recent improvements such as a bigger serve, match pacing, recognizing big moments etc is amazing too.
InsideOut900
Legend
Yeah, injury or DQ is the only way Djokovic loses tomorrow, you made a good point too
El_Yotamo
Hall of Fame
That's a good attitude to have, I'll give you that
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Thanks bro. Yeah I enjoy the tennis and it’s important to remain humble respecting all opponents. Rooting for Djokovic all the way but love the tennis and hope to see some great matches.
Remaining humble and overrating someone's ability are two different things. Anyone can beat anyone on any given day, but to set this up as a "fun" match likes its Novak vs Sonego or someone with talent thats fun to watch is totally misleadng. Some of the stuff you say bogs my mind.
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Kudosla in four
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Fair comment bro.
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Deleted member 629564
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Court No.1, just after Samsonova - Stephens match.
WTF. Dan Evans isn't even in the top 10. He doesn't belong on Center Court; he's not even playing a top 10 player or former champ like Norrie is. Gauff didn't deserve to be on there today either when you have FORMER CHAMPION Kerber on Court 2. That's the defense for putting Murray on Centre Court ever match, right?
This is nonsense. Roger and Murray better get Court 1 if he gets through Norrie. Disrespect to Novak and Kerbs.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
This will be Novak’s only court 1 match. He will be on centre for rest of tournament after this. It’s best it comes now than later rounds.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
I try my best, no?
