Soderling Vs Nadal final thread(if it happens)!

[Buckethead]

Who do you think will win?
Why?
The discussion is open.
I hope they go to the final so I can see ,yet again another great match between them.Soderling will not fear the final against Nadal,and Rafa will be on his toes.

 

[frisco]

If Soderling plays like he did against Fed, Nadal has no shot. But that's a big IF. He probably can't do it.

 

[Buckethead]

I think Soderling will win.He's got too much power for Nadal to handle.If the conditions are hot it will be in 4 sets for Soderling,if it is rainy soderling will decapitate Nadal in straight sets.
This match by the way,not matter what is out of Nadal's hands.The result is totally decided by Soderling.

 

[veroniquem]

Of course it's out of Nadal's hands. Nadal will leave his racquet home since he won't need it to just watch Soderling's bullets whizz past him. Soderling will give him one point anyway out of sportivity. Thank you oh all mighty Soderling, Nadal will say while dropping to his knees.
:???:

 

[jman]

I just put $250 for Soderling to win the title. As much as i like Nadal, here's hoping Soderling for the upset!

 

[jackson vile]

Very interesting.

Nadal will need to produce yet another miracle, this would make him a saint of tennis for sure. If he does lose then he will potentially be on the ropes again.

 

[Messarger]

Yes, because waiting for about 2 more days to see if it really happens is just impossible. After all, accurate predictions are the winner.

 

[TennisFan3]

I think the match depends on whether Nadal raises his game. If Nadal plays as he did against Almagro, and Sod played as he did against Fed, then it will be like FO 2009 again.

However if Rafa comes to play with guns blazing and arms swinging, the match will be very tight.

 

[OddJack]

Sod in 3 or 4 sets.

Look for Nadal injury problems after the match.

 

[vortex1]

I just put $250 for Soderling to win the title. As much as i like Nadal, here's hoping Soderling for the upset!

Lol you're gonna lose your money.

 

[tsongaali]

I just put $250 for Soderling to win the title. As much as i like Nadal, here's hoping Soderling for the upset!

Money well invested

 

[tea]

Peak Soderling >>>> Peak Nadal
On Paris clay, this is.
If he plays somewhat near to his QF performance, Nadal won't be a factor.

 

[gold soundz]

If this match does happen (70% sure it will), it should be an absolute epic battle. I can't wait to see if Nadal changes his tactics of spinning the ball, because if he doesn't, Soderling will just eat them up.

 

[jman]

Lol you're gonna lose your money.

It was a very hard decision to make. Spent hours thinking about it. But watching Soderling and Nadal's matches, Soderling looks like he's in better form. I dunno, we'll see. Odds were $1.25 Nadal and $4.75 Sod.

It's only $250, not much.

 

[Sentinel]

I just put $250 for Soderling to win the title. As much as i like Nadal, here's hoping Soderling for the upset!

So what will your earnings be if Soderling wins ?

 

[jman]

~ $1200. Forgot to mention, put $100 on a double too. Stosur-Soderling RG champs 2010. that was going around $5.00. So hopefully can make a bit of cash this weekend.

I'm not usually a betting guy, but this RG has presented a huge oppurtunity.

 

[vortex1]

~ $1200. Forgot to mention, put $100 on a double too. Stosur-Soderling RG champs 2010. that was going around $5.00. So hopefully can make a bit of cash this weekend.

I'm not usually a betting guy, but this RG has presented a huge oppurtunity.

You bet Sam? I thought she was heavy favorite now

 

[jman]

yeah she is if you bet on her by herself. But Stosur and Soderling have to win for me to win the double. OTOH, Stosur-Nadal were going for $1.50.

 

[ViscaB]

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[billnepill]

omg, did I just vote someone to win over Nadal on clay, at RG! Yes, I did. Some time ago, that would be ridiculous !

 

[aldeayeah]

Peak Soderling >>>> Peak Nadal
On Paris clay, this is.
If he plays somewhat near to his QF performance, Nadal won't be a factor.

Very arguable. Remember 2008, even 2007.

Even last year's Nadal managed to keep it close for a large part of the match.

 

[Nadalfan89]

This is so ridiculous. These Soderling bandwagoners have to go away. Nadal will absolutely demolish Sod in three sets.

 

[Deleted member 21996]

This is so ridiculous. These Soderling bandwagoners have to go away. Nadal will absolutely demolish Sod in three sets.

and while eating a popsicle i might....

and singing "im a gipsy" too...

 

[billnepill]

This is so ridiculous. These Soderling bandwagoners have to go away. Nadal will absolutely demolish Sod in three sets.

Hey, we hear you

The TTW on sunday ( if it comes to Sod - Nad final) will be just exploding!

 

[gold soundz]

Personally I think Gilles Simon will win FO 2010.

 

[billnepill]

Personally I think Gilles Simon will win FO 2010.

Yes, I heard they gave him the wild card for the final as the clay GOAT.

He will be helping Nadal on his BH side to exclude the chance of blasting him out of the court.

 

[Cassius Clay]

Soderling has never won anything worth it, so the answer is obvious.

 

[bbbbbb]

Seriously people?Im a fed fan but just because soderling took out federer for the first time in his career and beat an injured Rafa doesnt mean hes going to win against Rafa in the final.For christs sake he beat them both once it could be a fluke it really doesnt mean anything.

 

[Buckethead]

Soderling has never won anything worth it, so the answer is obvious.

arrogance is a common quality(LOL) of Nadal fans,so Nadal was destroyed last year by Soderling a few times and there is no reason why Soderling can't thump him again.

Seriously people?Im a fed fan but just because soderling took out federer for the first time in his career and beat an injured Rafa doesnt mean hes going to win against Rafa in the final.For christs sake he beat them both once it could be a fluke it really doesnt mean anything.

Injured Nadal???
That was just an excuse,wake up,dude.
Was Nadal injured on WTF in London??No and He got destroyed.
You don't know anything about tennis just by reading what you wrote.Go away.
Nobody beat Federer or Nadal playing like that and destoying them both,and to prove that it is not a fluke if you are not to dense,Soderling has back up his wins,and He made the finals again in RG.Is it a fluke??
Are you ********?

 

[jackson vile]

Sunday is going to be

AWSOME!!!!​

I found it very strange that the BirdMan came extremely close to beating Sod, what was that about???

 

[Buckethead]

Sunday is going to be

AWSOME!!!!​

I found it very strange that the BirdMan came extremely close to beating Sod, what was that about???

Soderling didn't play well because of Berdych's style of play.
Soderling doesn't like low balls and that's what Berdych hits low balls,and Berdych doesn't like high balls and Soderling likes.
That's why this match up was going to show the champion in my opinion.If Berdych had won,nadal would be the champion.Soderling won and now is a different ball game.Soderling loves to smack Nadal's spiny balls and He will have plenty of those to amuse himself against Nadal.So if Sod finds his rab=nge and targets Nadal will not be a contender.Of course this time for Soderling is going to be easier since He is a lot more confident,it will not be his GS final berth anymore where He had to play a player who knew how to play him.
If it's rainy and cold,poor Nadal.

 

[Sentinel]

Personally I think Gilles Simon will win FO 2010.

He still has 24 hours to kidnap Nadal, cross-dress up as him , learn how to line up bottles and a couple more things, and there you go !!!

 

[gold soundz]

He still has 24 hours to kidnap Nadal, cross-dress up as him , learn how to line up bottles and a couple more things, and there you go !!!

And he already has muscly arms so whipping every shot like Nadal does should be easy for him.

 

[tsongaali]

He still has 24 hours to kidnap Nadal, cross-dress up as him , learn how to line up bottles and a couple more things, and there you go !!!

are you implying that nadal is a girl?

 

[Sentinel]

are you implying that nadal is a girl?

cross-dress up as him

And he already has muscly arms so whipping every shot like Nadal does should be easy for him.

Actually Nadal has puny arms. Its only from certain angles while hitting that the muscles look larger. And for the most part, pics of a muscular Nadal are all photoshopped by people with slanderous theories ;-).

 

[Buckethead]

Which way would be easier for Soderling beat Nadal?
With the courts slow(rainy and cloudy weather) or fast(sunny)?

 

[djokovicgonzalez2010]

Like I said in another thread, if in 2008 someone would say to you:
1) Soderling has almost even odds to beat Nadal in RG final
2) Soderling's mental toughness will help him beat Nadal, the choker who can't beat a top player

What would you have said?

 

[Buckethead]

Like I said in another thread, if in 2008 someone would say to you:
1) Soderling has almost even odds to beat Nadal in RG final
2) Soderling's mental toughness will help him beat Nadal, the choker who can't beat a top player

What would you have said?

Back then,I'd say it wouldn't be impossible,but almost.
This year for me Soderling is the favorite by far,because of the match up,He is more experienced,is better technically and has beaten better players to get to the finals and He was under pressure a few time speacially not playing his best VS Berdych He was still able to hang tough and win.
Soderling has to win his GS this time.

 

[Buckethead]

Another part of this final will be the crowd who I think will be cheering for Soderling and Nadal will more irritated.It's gonna be fun.
I hope Soderling's knee is feeling alright,because against Fed He was flexing it,and against Berdych He wasn't moving as well and He limped a few times towards the end.

 

[Dash]

Soderling lost to Nadal in straight sets even on hard court in Adu Dhabi final early this year. Both of them played very seriously. In addition, Nadal just won 3 clay masters and Soderling barely made any impression this season on clay before FO. Therefore, I still bet money on Nadal in four sets.

 

[Radobg]

Poor Buckethead!!!!So many reasons you seek to convince your self that Soderling is the favorite in this match!!
Remember that-no matter what the weather will be,no matter for who the crowd will chear,no matter what happened a year ago!!!If Rafael Nadal play his usuel clay-level,he is 100% favorit in this match due to a singel reason-HE IS THE BETTER PLAYER!

 

[Mustard]

Head-to-Head
Rafael Nadal 3-2 Robin Soderling

2006 French Open R128: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (6-2, 7-5, 6-1)
2007 Wimbledon R32: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (6-4, 6-4, 6-7, 4-6, 7-5)
2009 Rome R16: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (6-1, 6-0)
2009 French Open R16: Robin Soderling def. Rafael Nadal (6-2, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6)
2009 World Tour Finals RR: Robin Soderling def. Rafael Nadal (6-4, 6-4)

Exhibition match
2010 Abu Dhabi F: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (7-6, 7-5)

 

[miyagi]

Anyone who thinks Nadal will be blown off a Paris clay court is just stupid!

Even last year when Nadal was injured it went to 4 with two tie breaks.

I think it should be a fantastic match and whoever wins will deserve it.

 

[The Don]

Gosh Im excited about this match I really hope nadal can win... I want nadal to win and I think he will win. Soderling has been playing very well I wont lie but idk just want Nadal to win... Go RAFA!!

 

[Omega_7000]

Even last year when Nadal was injured

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[Falloutjr]

He still has 24 hours to kidnap Nadal, cross-dress up as him , learn how to line up bottles and a couple more things, and there you go !!!

But if he forgets to pick his butt after every point, he'll be found out!

 

[Tsonga#1fan]

On clay, Soderling doesn't stand a chance if Nadal is even close to 100% physically and mentally, and he seems to be. Soderling will start out strong though, as I am sure Nadal will be quite nervous knowing what happened last year!

 

[vortex1]

The Clay King fears nothing. Expect a beatdown of the arrogant Swede.

 

[FlamEnemY]

I'm rooting for the underdog It's easy to root for Nadal on clay.

 

[Buckethead]

Head-to-Head
Rafael Nadal 3-2 Robin Soderling

2006 French Open R128: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (6-2, 7-5, 6-1)
2007 Wimbledon R32: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (6-4, 6-4, 6-7, 4-6, 7-5)
2009 Rome R16: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (6-1, 6-0)
2009 French Open R16: Robin Soderling def. Rafael Nadal (6-2, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6)
2009 World Tour Finals RR: Robin Soderling def. Rafael Nadal (6-4, 6-4)

Exhibition match
2010 Abu Dhabi F: Rafael Nadal def. Robin Soderling (7-6, 7-5)

H2H have nothing to do with this final.Soderling lost to Nadal a year ago, and He is a lot better player now,and so is Nadal.But nadal will be feeding him with what He likes ,high balls.
We'll see tomorrow