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I agree. Major positive major for Murrray. He showed guts. He will be much better on the grass. His variety and serve will help him. Also shorter points. I think Murray might actually win a few more Wimbledons.
Quite interesting how much he chose to talk about Novak going from looking down and out to moving as good as ever. Didn't expect him to be that candid about it.
I have to say it. Just as I have predicted! How was the match for those of us who just woke up?
I understand what he is referring to when he talks about Djokovic's ups and downs, but how doesn't he realize that he does exactly the same thing very often is what I don't get. Sometimes, judging by his facial expressions, you have an impression that he is going to die on the court, but all of a sudden, he turns into a superman.
Anyway, that's what separates him, Djokovic and Nadal from Federer, IMO.
I have to say it. Just as I have predicted! How was the match for those of us who just woke up?
Absolutely massive positive signs for Murray though.
This shouldn't be an end, but merely the beginning.
I have to say it. Just as I have predicted! How was the match for those of us who just woke up?
I understand what he is referring to when he talks about Djokovic's ups and downs, but how doesn't he realize that he does exactly the same thing very often is what I don't get. Sometimes, judging by his facial expressions, you have an impression that he is going to die on the court, but all of a sudden, he turns into a superman.
Anyway, that's what separates him, Djokovic and Nadal from Federer, IMO.
he does the same thing and he even aimed a tweet at those having a go at him just last week. But now he has a go at djokovic. Tommy Haas said Murray was the worst for acting injured on court and people in the locker room all talked about it.
Didn't know that.
Anyway, not classy from either of Djokovic/Murray when it comes to acting injured.
Was audience pro Murray? I hope to watch replay later today, so thanks for all the info.
Both are pretty bad when it comes to acting injured when they think they are down in a match. Very questionable from two players who are incredibly skilled.
Congrats to Djokovic though. The guy did his act and then once Murray's focus lapsed... Djokovic pounced on him. Murray did not know what hit him.
While I was watching the match, I honestly couldn't believe Murray fell for it. All of these guys play each other way too much to fall for such antics. Murray started playing shots that he never should have -- bad dropshots in the middle of a rally, not going down the line as much, hitting to the middle of the court constantly.
I like Murray and I hope he wins another slam, but he got what he deserved, IMHO. Ignore the other player, execute your game plan, and remain focused.
Both are pretty bad when it comes to acting injured when they think they are down in a match. Very questionable from two players who are incredibly skilled.
Congrats to Djokovic though. The guy did his act and then once Murray's focus lapsed... Djokovic pounced on him. Murray did not know what hit him.
While I was watching the match, I honestly couldn't believe Murray fell for it. All of these guys play each other way too much to fall for such antics. Murray started playing shots that he never should have -- bad dropshots in the middle of a rally, not going down the line as much, hitting to the middle of the court constantly.
I like Murray and I hope he wins another slam, but he got what he deserved, IMHO. Ignore the other player, execute your game plan, and remain focused.
I got lambasted earlier in this thread for criticising Murray and saying that he should have stayed professional and not have fallen for Djokovic's injury problems. It happened twice as well, as Murray let 2-0 leads slip in both the second and third sets.
I think this court is not suited to his game when he plays Djokovic, because he simply cannot hit through him as much as he would like to.
I think this court is not suited to his game when he plays Djokovic, because he simply cannot hit through him as much as he would like to. If he shows up with the same intensity and a game plan at the USO/Wimbledon, he might have success, but those conditions, no matter what they say, are slower and allow Djokovic to ground-out basically anyone (Wawrinka has more power than Murray in his groundstrokes, that's why he was able to blow him off the court last year).
Regarding your last paragraph, I agree. I remember that Djokovic also looked "injured" during the SF at Monte Carlo last year (after losing the first set), but Fed simply destroyed him. Murray should have done the same, instead of crying during the press conference.
Pretty upset with Djokovic attitude today, to be honest.
I'm not trying to defend Murray, as he also performs these acting things sometimes, but what Djokovic did today was just irritating.
I mean, he ALWAYS has this acting tendency of exaggerate his current physical problems, but today... it just reminded me of that young Djokovic who had such problems with Roddick.
He kind of evolved from that over the years, but today I saw a 21-years-attitud-old Djokovic, and I didn't like it at all.
Pretty upset with Djokovic attitude today, to be honest.
I'm not trying to defend Murray, as he also performs these acting things sometimes, but what Djokovic did today was just irritating.
I mean, he ALWAYS has this acting tendency of exaggerate his current physical problems, but today... it just reminded me of that young Djokovic who had such problems with Roddick.
He kind of evolved from that over the years, but today I saw a 21-years-attitud-old Djokovic, and I didn't like it at all.
Murray was ****ed at the trophy ceremony. He has a look of fire like he wants another Major.
Congrats to novak.Dude is at the top of the world right now.Winning slams.Has a beautiful wife who just gave him his first son.
I see joker winning more slams in the future barring injury
Pretty upset with Djokovic attitude today, to be honest.
I'm not trying to defend Murray, as he also performs these acting things sometimes, but what Djokovic did today was just irritating.
I mean, he ALWAYS has this acting tendency of exaggerate his current physical problems, but today... it just reminded me of that young Djokovic who had such problems with Roddick.
He kind of evolved from that over the years, but today I saw a 21-years-attitud-old Djokovic, and I didn't like it at all.
Real injuries?![]()
I think this court is not suited to his game when he plays Djokovic, because he simply cannot hit through him as much as he would like to. If he shows up with the same intensity and a game plan at the USO/Wimbledon, he might have success, but those conditions, no matter what they say, are slower and allow Djokovic to ground-out basically anyone (Wawrinka has more power than Murray in his groundstrokes, that's why he was able to blow him off the court last year).
Regarding your last paragraph, I agree. I remember that Djokovic also looked "injured" during the SF at Monte Carlo last year (after losing the first set), but Fed simply destroyed him. Murray should have done the same, instead of crying during the press conference.
Well said.I understand what he is referring to when he talks about Djokovic's ups and downs, but how doesn't he realize that he does exactly the same thing very often is what I don't get. Sometimes, judging by his facial expressions, you have an impression that he is going to die on the court, but all of a sudden, he turns into a superman.
Anyway, that's what separates him, Djokovic and Nadal from Federer, IMO.
Saving for posterity. :lol:
I got lambasted earlier in this thread for criticising Murray and saying that he should have stayed professional and not have fallen for Djokovic's injury problems. It happened twice as well, as Murray let 2-0 leads slip in both the second and third sets.
Bitter, sour, resentful . Who cares? Bagel in last set in both SF and F. Novak is a beastPeople are blaming Novak for not having enough injuries![]()
The salt level is strong with that one.![]()
Lol what a solace...Congrats to Murray for getting over his back issues and, well, he beat Berdych.
whatever Djoko tried to pull, it's a bit lame from Murray to condone the same "technique" his been successfully doing for years... :/
look in the mirror mate!
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Novak Djokovic gave a fan one of his Racquets.
Real injuries?![]()
Very good and tense for a bit over two sets. Some good rallies, and both players going toe to toe for a good while. Massive momentum shifts from the very beginning. Murray was up a break in the start of the third, got broken back immediately, and proceeded to fold completely.
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Novak Djokovic gave a fan one of his Racquets.