Davis Cup Final-Rubber 2: Blake vs Youzhny

[Zaragoza]

It looks like a must-win for Russia if they want to get the trophy, especially if Roddick wins the 1st match as it´s expected.
These two also played in the semifinal tie last year in Russia and Youzhny won in 4 sets on clay, it´s their only meeting so far. Will Youzhny dare to salute the Portland crowd if he wins?

 

[anointedone]

Youzhny has had a dissapointing year since March, when before that it looked like he was on the rise as a contending player. He still would be considered Russia's ace probably and they need him to play really well and probably win both his singles to have a shot. He can beat Blake I think, Blake is streaky, overrated and low on confidence now. Youzhny isnt exactly hot now either but will take advantage of Blake errors to win in 4 sets.

No Youzhny will not salute I predict if he wins.

Sorry I voted 3 sets by accident, I meant 4, oh well no big deal.

 

[MEAC_ALLAMERICAN]

I picked Youzhny 3 sets, but I think this weekend is going to be really interesting. The US is favored, but I just have a feeling that alone won't cut it.

 

[Tchocky]

Blake is the favorite in this match even though he has never beaten Mischa. James will need to win in 3 or 4 sets or he will lose again in 5 sets.

 

[Topaz]

I don't see how Blake *can* win...not saying this because I don't like him, I do...it is just that he seems to become this huge basket case come Davis Cup time.

 

[baseliner]

Youz wins in 4 or 5. Blake is mental case in Davis Cup. If the Cup is won, he wins impressively in Dead Rubber on Sunday.

 

[Tchocky]

If Blake loses, then people are going to say PMac should have gone with Fish or Isner.

 

[0range]

Tursunov just lost so I sooo wish Youzhny will win in straight sets!!

 

[Aeropro master]

right now blake is serving and is winning 3-1. Go USA!!!!

 

[cujays]

if james plays like this he can go far in aulstrialia

 

[Shabazza]

Blake is playing on a high right now. Way more entertaining than the first match. Much higher quality.
5:2*

 

[Tennisace1]

james blake is playing some of his best tennis. I just hope he doesnt go on a mental slump during the match. Youhzney has the momentum now. Blake needs to be less defensive, his type of speed should be used in the offensive. Because he cant turn directions as well. Youzhney isnt going to breakdown mentally, so its up to james blake to decide the fate of this match.

 

[fed_the_savior]

nice match!

 

[Tennisace1]

youzhny has the more all around game, but blake has wore weapons with the forehead and speed. This will be tough to tell

 

[fed_the_savior]

blake starts to look tired but he held

 

[Zaragoza]

That ballboy could be the key of the 2nd set. Youzhny holds, 5-4.

 

[fed_the_savior]

can youzh come back? they both got chokey there

 

[Deleted member 3771]

I thinbk the big Pete Sampras win last week inspired the Americans

 

[Zaragoza]

Blake wins the 2nd set 7-6 (4). USA are one set away from a 2-0 lead.

 

[0range]

Can anyone tell whether Youzhny is using a real MEP or a pj?

 

[Fedexeon]

Youzhny broke Blake in 3rd set.. Maybe Blake will falter in 5th set again XD

 

[Zaragoza]

Youzhny choked serving for the set, 5-5 now.

 

[0range]

Youzhny took one set.

I'm sooo happy and excited right now!!

 

[Zaragoza]

Wow Blake served for the match at 5-4 but lost serve. 5-5 in the 4th, it´s getting interesting.

 

[anointedone]

GO YOUZHNY!!! I want a competitive tie either way, Youzhny needs a big comeback win to make it that. He just isnt the same player anymore though who was having so many strong tournaments from August last year-March this year time period, when he pulled off some big wins, including even beating Nadal twice.

 

[Forehand Forever]

Who is the commentator, talking about the "demons" going into Blake's head? I can't stand this guy

 

[Topaz]

Blake did a great job with those 'demons'...great win for James!

 

[slice bh compliment]

Who is the commentator, talking about the "demons" going into Blake's head? I can't stand this guy

Jimmy Arias, US Davis Cupper and one-time US Open semifinalist.

 

[SB]

Jimmy Arias, US Davis Cupper and one-time US Open semifinalist.

If Jimmy Arias and Tracy Austin are ever in the broadcast booth together, I will have to kill myself.

 

[fleabitten]

Is this still ongoing?

 

[Topaz]

Nope, it is over...Blake won in four.

 

[FedForGOAT]

If Jimmy Arias and Tracy Austin are ever in the broadcast booth together, I will have to kill myself.

Is she that bad?

 

[SB]

Is she that bad?

Maybe it's just me, but she GRATES on my NERVES. So does Arias.

 

[MEAC_ALLAMERICAN]

Is she that bad?

To me she isn't that bad, it's Pam Schriver that "grinds my gears". :evil: