Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Rune will hold the best H2H record against Novak in history if he wins here. Lots on the line.
2023 Paris Open ATP Master's 1000 Quarterfinal matchup - Novak Djokovic [1] (SRB) v/s Holger Vitus Nodskov Rune [6] (DEN)
dking68
G.O.A.T.
Nole is just not serving well. This is really poor prep for Turin if he loses here
BeatlesFan
Bionic Poster
Good news for Nole fans:
I've watched every single match of Holger's since July, 2022. He's tiring, feeling it in his quads and when he gets tired, he fades mentally very quickly. Watch him dragging his leg, he's close to done. I think Novak takes the third quite comfortably unless he just collapses, which he hasn't done since the USO final against Med.
I've watched every single match of Holger's since July, 2022. He's tiring, feeling it in his quads and when he gets tired, he fades mentally very quickly. Watch him dragging his leg, he's close to done. I think Novak takes the third quite comfortably unless he just collapses, which he hasn't done since the USO final against Med.
nolefam_2024
Bionic Poster
If Nole doesn't improve his serve I think he is going to be done in another TB now.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Didn’t expect him to sweep these titles. He already surprised me with the year he had. Will only get tougher as he ages a bit more. Everything tournament just a bonus now.
When he plays crap he is very bad. He has a low floor and has been horrendous for nearly 4 months. Am I not allowed to state the obvious? However, his ceiling when he’s locked in is very very promising indeed. That level he’s shown moves me. The eyes never lie. Just a matter of bringing it consistentlyYou just said again awhile ago he was a POS and playing like garbage. You did the same thing in his prior match. Now he's an ATG. Bipolar TTW at its apex.
8 minutes off court for the Serb.
What exactly shall I say about your beloved boy?
CoolCoolCool
Hall of Fame
He outperformed Raz, which was the main goal.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Good response from Novak. 1-1
If you have to be the best, you have to beat the best.
Any amount of Rune / Sinner / Alcaraz victories won't count much, if they aren't able to drag Djokovic out after beating him at his age.
Add to it - He should not have been allowed to win 3 slams in a year by this gen.
I am ultra happy for Djokovic, but it doesn't look well for even this gen
dking68
G.O.A.T.
I expect a decline once he turns 37. I don’t see him having a 3 slam season next year. Would be really shocked if he does, but I can’t see it happening
Pheasant
Legend
Rune passed a couple of clutch tests. For one, he saved a match point. Secondly, he won a tiebreaker against the best tiebreak player in history. But the 3rd test is the ultimate. Can he win a deciding-set against the most clutch deciding-set player in history?
As for Djoker, he never tanks matches. That's one big reason why he has the highest match winning pct in ATP history. Last year, he had the WTF semis clinched. But he got into an epic RR match vs Medvedev where both players were on fire. That was arguably the best match that I saw last year. I gained more respect for Djoker when he battled that hard. I know that a lot of his fans wanted him to tank that "meaningless" match. But that is not in Djoker's blood. Stone-cold killers don't let their prey escape, even when they can afford to.
As for Djoker, he never tanks matches. That's one big reason why he has the highest match winning pct in ATP history. Last year, he had the WTF semis clinched. But he got into an epic RR match vs Medvedev where both players were on fire. That was arguably the best match that I saw last year. I gained more respect for Djoker when he battled that hard. I know that a lot of his fans wanted him to tank that "meaningless" match. But that is not in Djoker's blood. Stone-cold killers don't let their prey escape, even when they can afford to.
BeatlesFan
Bionic Poster
And he'd be only the third man ever to win three matches in a row against Djokovic. Fed and Nadal are the only ones who have ever done it. But Holger's done now, this will end quickly.
Federer and Del Potro
Bionic Poster
I knew Egg had this after reading @Kralingen and @Djokovic_is_the_best#1 poasts
nolefam_2024
Bionic Poster
Now break the kid. No 2/12 this year again.
Poisoned Slice
Bionic Poster
dking68
G.O.A.T.
I just don’t trust Nole’s serving. It’s dirt poor man. Sinner really peaked for the wrong tournament
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Incredible shot from Novak. Insane get!
MeatTornado
Talk Tennis Guru
Trap card activated
InsideOut900
Legend
I was waiting for that
nolefam_2024
Bionic Poster
Finally he breaks the kid. Don't let him get back into the game now.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Gumby esk Djokovic points! Out of nowhere breaks lol
Djoko looks better on return than serve though so this far from over.
Djoko looks better on return than serve though so this far from over.
nolefam_2024
Bionic Poster
True. Under 50% first serves has prolonged the match.
dking68
G.O.A.T.
Kid got a great mentality won’t lie. But still not high on his ceiling. Poor on outdoor hard
BeatlesFan
Bionic Poster
Veering from "he's totally the sh-ttiest player ever" to "he'll be an ATG" is extreme. Expect better from you, that's all.
Every player goes through slumps, it was Holger's Sophomore jinx like Fed had. He's only 20 and he just won a TB against Djokovic, that alone shows his heart and his skill. And his vast, vast potential.
dking68
G.O.A.T.
He needs to do better on outdoor hardVeering from "he's totally the sh-ttiest player ever" to "he'll be an ATG" is extreme. Expect better from you, that's all.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
I have really enjoyed the tactical battle between them. Great chess match.
nolefam_2024
Bionic Poster
Should have played similar last year. He would have gone undefeated after RG. I don't count LC. But at least today he won't relinquish.
BeatlesFan
Bionic Poster
I hope no one claims Holger's taking another fake MTO. The ATP rules state that play must be halted when a player is bleeding on court. The umpire mandated the physio come out.
dking68
G.O.A.T.
Believe me, this match would’ve been done already if Nole had served over 60 in
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Both players and Becker playing 3D chess. Becker’s move next. Great to have Boris back and Rune is blessed to have him in his corner.
I've believed Rune to be a multislam champion despite the ridiculous lows of his. He'll get there eventually. Boris man to do wonders!
Lol, though he did hit it himself. It wasn't during any rallies etc. What to say, lol
nolefam_2024
Bionic Poster
At least breadstick him so he will remember next time.
He really is a beautiful player. That backhand is imo the most beautiful two-hander today.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
The rest of the players in draw will be liking their chances to win this title. Especially the longer this goes.
BeatlesFan
Bionic Poster
Fun match for me too, even in a losing effort (in all likelihood) for my guy. Djoker just too solid and steady, mentally and physically. I'm happy Holger won a TB against tiebreak GOAT and continued to battle. No bratty drama, no crying to mommy, a solid and professional approach on every point. Boris is one hell of a mental coach!
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