RG 2021 Final: Novak Djokovic [1] vs Stefanos Tsitsipas [5]

[Quaichang]

Tsitsipas playing like a champion

 

[Ray Mercer]

Djokovic has been feasting on old players and bums for years. He’s finally seeing a youthful explosive player in his prime. It’s fantastic to see and hopefully humbling to a lot of the garbage Djokovic fans on this site.

 

[mightyrick]

The quality and level of both Djokovic and Nadal was all over the place. Lots of unforced errors. There were particular points that were exciting and fun, but overall, I found the match frustrating to watch because of the unforced errors. I thought the Zverev/Tsitsipas match was actually much more exciting.

For me, it wasn't one of the best I've seen. In fact, I'd say this was probably the worst clay match I've ever seen Nadal and Djokovic play against each other. If Djokovic plays like that against Tsitsipas, he's going to get crushed.

This is why I said what I said in the Nadal/Djokovic thread... even though a ton of people were saying how awesome the Nadal/Djokovic match was. I thought it was just bad tennis from both guys.

And now we see the big difference. Djokovic and Nadal are just not at the physical or technical level they need to be. It could be age. Eventually it catches up with you.

What really surprises me is that Tsitsipas is hitting a very loopy backhand (damn near looks like Gasquet-level loopiness) and still seeing success against Djokovic. Tsitsipas' forehand is doing all the damage. Although his serve is also pretty good, as well.

Pretty funny to see Djokovic getting denied by -- yet again -- another one-handed backhand in a clay final.

 

[weakera]

Not many Tsitsi fans. This day is for pathetic Djokovic haters.

Don't hate. Appreciate.

 

[ForehandCross]

This was pathetic Novak. You did it on purpose to break Stefanos rhythm. SHAME.

 

[Boom-Boom]

Did Novak go to the toilet? Yes or no?

aha he did take a break … always a mystery what he does there …

 

[abmk]

9 winners, 8 errors forced and 2 UEs from tpas in that set: 17 winners+errors forced to 2 UEs
6 winners, 9 errors forced and 10 UEs from djoko in that set: 15 winners+errors forced to 10 UEs

Djoko won only 56% of points in that set.

 

[toby55555]

Tsitsipas my favourite player to watch but a bit of me wants BIG 3 tied at 20 post Wimbledovic.

 

[NoleIsBoat]

Novak needs to lose the cap. I called it straight away.

 

[Harry_Wild]

Djokovic has there special weapons that no other player has: 1. Restroom break, 2. Injury timeout, 3. Rage!
Djokovic using #1 now after behind now 2 straight sets! Third set will be surely Djokovic's set, 4th and 5th too!
GOAT Guardians responsibilities fall on Djokovic shoulders now, to prevent Generation X for winning GS titles!

 

[Feather]

That sound... do you hear it... the VB returning to troll??

With Novak Djokovic, you never know. Anyway let us hope Stefanos keeps this up

 

[TennisFan3]

Titspas is NOT changing his T shirt or even his shorts. He is not even taking a break. Maybe loses momentum here.
Novak will be coming with a BIG RESPONSE here SURELY.

 

[James P]

Somebody please get the server hamsters back on their freaking wheels!?!?!

 

[N01E]

Shame about this match. Good news is that he'll stay 2 slams behind instead of 3, but I hope that Novak isn't done just yet.

 

[junior74]

Did Novak go to the toilet? Yes or no?

He must. At least Sinner had to

 

[toby55555]

Red shirt, new player.

 

[chjtennis]

The worst thing for Djokovic is it doesn't seem Djokovic has any answers on how to beat Tsitsi today.

 

[tsamo]

Djokovic seems better after the bathroom/mto.
Tsitsipas needs to come out swinging right now.

 

[skip1969]

Wonder if Novak will be a newer, better version of himself now that he's had his bathroom break.

 

[Arvind Sridhar]

Wow...unreal to be honest.....Never seen Djokovic this flat in a final....

 

[Terenigma]

Zverev came back from 2-0 down in the semi too. It's not over yet but it certainly looks like Tsitsipas is too strong for Novak today.

 

[weakera]

With Novak Djokovic, you never know. Anyway let us hope Stefanos keeps this up

Djokovic may pull another Houdini act, that's why I had to get that post in while I can

 

[junior74]

Wow, what a point!

 

[Deleted member 748597]

If Djokovic wins this, he's literally insane.

 

[ForehandCross]

Now watch Novak win this in 5.

They NEED to ban strategic toilet breaks like that. Absolutely need to.

I was even supporting Novak before. No More.

 

[PrinceMoron]

Tsitsipas’ shirt will be in a museum soon

 

[abmk]

When was the last time someone came back from 2 sets to love down in a FO final?

 

[James P]

Don't let off the gas, Stef!

 

[Sabrina]

When was the last time someone came back from 2 sets to love down in a FO final?

Gaudio 2004

 

[BeatlesFan]

This day is for pathetic Djokovic haters.

You've mentioned this now three times. Do you ever reflect on many, many in your fan base who mindlessly continue to post "40-15" even though that match is almost 2 years old now? There's a ton of "pathetic Federer haters" in your group and you know it.

 

[kishnabe]

What a beauty backhand dtl by City.

 

[Third Serve]

When was the last time someone came back from 2 sets to love down in a FO final?

Gaudio-Coria?

 

[Rickenbacker4003]

Is this real? The 'you-beat-Nadal-you-will-lose-the-final' curse.

Real as a donut

 

[Martin J]

When was the last time someone came back from 2 sets to love down in a FO final?

2004?

 

[Arvind Sridhar]

This match is just like the Mussetti match. Novak taking a BIG toilet break.

Expect him to come back storming and take set 3. Titspas momentum to be reset.

You never give up do you....Amidst the handwringerers, you are an exception...And I mean it as a compliment...

 

[Arak]

aha he did take a break … always a mystery what he does there …

I’m afraid this is one of these mysteries we will never know.

 

[40-15 still haunts me]

citybus approaching final destination

 

[James P]

Gaudio-Coria??

When was the last time someone came back from 2 sets to love down in a FO final?

 

[Rafa.the.Magnificent]

Beautiful!

 

[ForehandCross]

First big shank.

 

[abmk]

Now watch Novak win this in 5.

They NEED to ban strategic toilet breaks like that. Absolutely need to.

I was even supporting Novak before. No More.

why would you support Djoko when you have been complaining non-stop about big3 winning everything?

 

[ewiewp]

when does the normal 1 year ranking come back?
Tsitsipas might be the new #1?

 

[Tennisgods]

Great play from Tsitsipas. Djoko goose looks cooked. Can never write him off completely but really looks like he has not much left.

Still a great tournament for him but this looks a step far. History awaits the Greek.

All due respect, if he loses it’s not a great tournament. Nadal not up to his usual standards, made to look ordinary for 2 sets by Musetti.
Don’t be fooled by that Nadal win, Rafa was well off the pace on serve.
Djoko can still win this, but if he doesn’t don’t give me “great tournament“ nonsense. The dude’s supposed to be the GOAT, no?

 

[Deleted member 748597]

You've mentioned this now three times. Do you ever reflect on many, many in your fan base who mindlessly continue to post "40-15" even though that match is almost 2 years old now? There's a ton of "pathetic Federer haters" in your group and you know it.

Not that many.

 

[TennisFan3]

Novak holds. Sending a STRONG message.
Tsitsipas how long does his fitness last? Mark Woodforde is saying Titspas might tire out soon.

 

[Harry_Wild]

It is all Greek to me, right now!

 

[Terry Tibbs]

just tuned into the score. Whats happening. Is Djokovic carrying an injury?

 

[roysid]

Now win is certain for Djokovic. After the legendary bathroom break

 

[Cantconvert2MP]

Mannn, Tsitsipas cant lose it. He's on fire.

 

[mike danny]

Wow...unreal to be honest.....Never seen Djokovic this flat in a final....

Wimb 2013.