Rome 2023 Quarter Final - World's Heavyweight Champion Vs The Danish Sensation - Djokovic Vs Rune

[initialize]

Holger reminds me so much of 2002-2003 Fed. Has all the weapons and is so close to putting it all together. This match is basically the equivalent of 2003 Fed vs an experienced Djokovic

 

[Hood_Man]

Courageous forehand from Novak!

Brave Sir Novak swung away,
Bravely swung away away!
When break points reared their ugly head, he bravely swung his arm instead,
Yes brave Sir Novak swung with clout,
And sent the ball mere 6 feet out,
Bravest of the braaaaave Sir Novak!

 

[TheNachoMan]

Puzzling how the same people who hate Djokovic for his supposed arrogance seem to love Rune. Curious indeed..

 

[onyxrose81]

Novak had to keep it to one break. Can’t see him coming back from a double break.

 

[Kralingen]

Holger reminds me so much of 2002-2003 Fed. Has all the weapons and is so close to putting it all together. This match is basically the equivalent of 2003 Fed vs an experienced Djokovic

Except not at all?

 

[nolefam_2024]

Lie cheat steal rain. Whatever it takes

 

[Dominic & Andrey]

He looks like the big favourite at the moment

if for no other reason than everyone else looks awful.

The WTA looks currently stronger than the ATP, not kidding.

 

[InsuranceMan]

Puzzling how the same people who hate Djokovic for his supposed arrogance seem to love Rune. Curious indeed..

I have noticed that, don’t understand the double standard really. For Rune it’s called “personality”. I’m just not a fan of either

 

[_phantom]

Puzzling how the same people who hate Djokovic for his supposed arrogance seem to love Rune. Curious indeed..

Lack of genuineness of the former is a deal breaker for many

 

[TheNachoMan]

The WTA looks currently stronger than the ATP, not kidding.

I’d rather watch Rybakina upskirts than 99% of the men’s tour.

 

[Tennfan123]

 

[ACE of Hearts]

Call me shock that rune has taken it to novak in this set. Kudos to him.

 

[_phantom]

4-0. We want gluten

 

[Tennfan123]

 

[Mivic]

Djokovic needs to start skipping clay Fed-style. This is getting embarrassing.

Totally dismantled by a younger, better, stronger opponent. And Rune is basically just keeping the ball in play...

Lol you just never learn do you my friend.

 

[Hitman]

Rune is not going to be denied today, Djokovic cannot the ball past him.

 

[TheNachoMan]

Not shocking to anyone who knows a modicum about tennis and has watched Novak on clay this year. He should skip the clay season next year. Worked for Fraud.

 

[BeatlesFan]

Holger reminds me so much of 2002-2003 Fed. Has all the weapons and is so close to putting it all together. This match is basically the equivalent of 2003 Fed vs an experienced Djokovic

Listen, I love them both, but in no universe is Holger Rune (or any player) anywhere near the level of 2003 Fed. Roger was clearly and massively the better player on all surfaces.

 

[InsuranceMan]

Rune is not going to be denied today, Djokovic cannot the ball past him.

Looks like he’s been getting the ball by fine on his on the run cross court rifle forehand

 

[Hood_Man]

Novak about to explode.

 

[BeatlesFan]

The last time Roma had a final without either Rafa or Novak was 2004. They've won 16 out of the last 18 finals.

Puts it into perspective.

 

[Beulah Jesus]

@ MichaelNadal, I told you this match was going to be interesting!!

 

[Hitman]

Not shocking to anyone who knows a modicum about tennis and has watched Novak on clay this year. He should skip the clay season next year. Worked for Fraud.

Actually, it is not shocking to anyone who has been watching Rune this year. Some of us have followed his every match this season, he would have won MC also, had the long late match with Sinner didn't work against him.

 

[BeatlesFan]

Novak about to explode.

Let him do it after Rune wins the match. I still don't trust him to hold onto 2 breaks. He's lost matches twice this year from that position in the third set and in the AO against Rublev in the fifth. He was up 6-0 in the super breaker in the fifth set at the AO against Andrei and choked that match away.

 

[InsuranceMan]

Who else interesting is even left in the draw now that Sinner is out

 

[Beerus]

Djokovic shall win Roland Garros.

 

[weakera]

Not shocking to anyone who knows a modicum about tennis and has watched Novak on clay this year. He should skip the clay season next year. Worked for Fraud.

What % chance do you give Djo of capturing the Coupe des Mousquetaires

 

[Carax]

Let him do it after Rune wins the match. I still don't trust him to hold onto 2 breaks. He's lost matches twice this year from that position in the third set and in the AO against Rublev in the fifth. He was up 6-0 in the super breaker in the fifth set at the AO against Andrei and choked that match away.

He's a big-match player, though. I imagine he's way more focused against Djokovic compared to someone like Rublev.

 

[Kralingen]

What % chance do you give Djo of capturing the Coupe des Mousquetaires

10% at best for me

 

[Beulah Jesus]

Puzzling how the same people who hate Djokovic for his supposed arrogance seem to love Rune. Curious indeed..

I dont love either guy!! Just love a good game when the predicted loser takes it to a champ!!

 

[TheNachoMan]

What % chance do you give Djo of capturing the Coupe des Mousquetaires

He performs better in slams but there will be Alcaraz, Rune, Sinner, potentially Nadal too. I give him a 15-20% chance. I think he has a 75-80% of winning Wimbledon though.

inb4 he wins RG and he loses in the first round at Wimbledon to Zapata Miralles.

 

[BeatlesFan]

Actually, it is not shocking to anyone who has been watching Rune this year.

Most people in this thead are Novak fans and haven't watched anything of Holger. The kid is damn good and will win multiple slams. This is like watching young Edberg or Fed - it was obvious they were going to be great players. Holger is absolutely the real deal, not like Berdych or Tsonga.

 

[Spin Diesel]

Let him do it after Rune wins the match. I still don't trust him to hold onto 2 breaks. He's lost matches twice this year from that position in the third set and in the AO against Rublev in the fifth. He was up 6-0 in the super breaker in the fifth set at the AO against Andrei and choked that match away.

I do believe, he will not have that problem against Djokovic

 

[bluetrain4]

Holger reminds me so much of 2002-2003 Fed. Has all the weapons and is so close to putting it all together. This match is basically the equivalent of 2003 Fed vs an experienced Djokovic

It's all mind and stamina at this point. His actual tennis game is good enough to be a champion. He seems like he relishes these opportunities against very top players, as where he sometimes gets a little nervy when the player isn't as exalted and there's more expectation that he win. If he closes this out, he will have beaten Djokovic at two majors on two different surfaces. Plus, he has a Masters title. He's still obviously young, but a Slam or very deep run is the logical next step.

 

[Zardoz7/12]

Rune needs to breadstick Djokovic, send a message. Rune is the real deal make no mistake.

 

[The Blond Blur]

Puzzling how the same people who hate Djokovic for his supposed arrogance seem to love Rune. Curious indeed..

Eww I can’t stand the punk. I hope Tiny Carl takes it to him for the next decade +

 

[Tennfan123]

che bella giornata

 

[ark_28]

Sh1te match #onon

 

[Hitman]

Most people in this thead are Novak fans and haven't watched anything of Holger. The kid is damn good and will win multiple slams. This is like watching young Edberg or Fed - it was obvious they were going to be great players. Holger is absolutely the real deal, not like Berdych or Tsonga.

I mean, I'm Team Earth's Mightiest, but boy as Rune made an impression on me. He reminds me of why I became a fan of Djokovic at around the same age. The self belief is unreal, and yes, he is going to dominate this game for years to come. No question about it.

 

[Terenigma]

Most people in this thead are Novak fans and haven't watched anything of Holger. The kid is damn good and will win multiple slams. This is like watching young Edberg or Fed - it was obvious they were going to be great players. Holger is absolutely the real deal, not like Berdych or Tsonga.

I would wager most people would remember Rune from the Paris masters and saw him there but yeah, he's a talented player who knows how to move and when to approach ect but he's a minor headcase, he lost the second set from a bad call and thankfully has recovered but without that rain delay who knows?

Also let's be real about Novak today, he has been AWFUL. So many UE and poor shots from him.

 

[InsuranceMan]

Nole rushing serves and not challenging balls going past. Not ideal

 

[TheNachoMan]

Hopefully Real Madrid beat Man City tonight. Otherwise It’s a bad day.

 

[Carax]

Hopefully Real Madrid beat Man City tonight. Otherwise It’s a bad day.

If they play like they did at Santiago Bernabeu, I like their chances.

 

[weakera]

You can really see the respect Rune has for Djokovic, celebrating points in a pretty reserved and controlled way.

 

[Mark-Touch]

Djoker's day Runed again?
Perhaps it's time for a walkover?

 

[CoolCoolCool]

When was the last time neither Djoker nor Rafa won a clay title before RG?

 

[BeatlesFan]

Let's see now if Earth's brattiest can serve out the match against Earth's mightiest.

 

[Tennfan123]

Rune gives me Seles vibes.

 

[Poisoned Slice]

Hopefully Real Madrid beat Man City tonight. Otherwise It’s a bad day.

Spoiler

 

[weakera]

When was the last time neither Djoker nor Rafa won a clay title before RG?

2004