Deek Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Murray just knocking up for his first match. I dont think he will win the tournament though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deek Posted January 18, 2010 Author Share Posted January 18, 2010 6-1 first set in 29 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Kilpatrick Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 He's lucky. Weather has been cool and wet today. It isn't to get hot until Thursday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Good, solid start from Murray. The event's wide open: I think there are as many as seven realistic contenders, but we won't know if Murray's for real until a likely quarter-final with the improving but still not back to his best Nadal. I'm going to tip Djokovic to win it I think - but I've no confidence in saying that, and it's all very unpredictable really. Far more interesting than Murray, though, is shrieking cheat Sharapova being knocked out by hot stuff Kirilenko. Maybe the latter has a future in tennis after all? Though if she gives it up and decides to make, I dunno, some adult movies instead, I wouldn't be complaining... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boof Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Sharapova a cheat? What'd she do? Meh...who cares... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Good, solid start from Murray. The event's wide open: I think there are as many as seven realistic contenders, but we won't know if Murray's for real until a likely quarter-final with the improving but still not back to his best Nadal. I'm going to tip Djokovic to win it I think - but I've no confidence in saying that, and it's all very unpredictable really. Far more interesting than Murray, though, is shrieking cheat Sharapova being knocked out by hot stuff Kirilenko. Maybe the latter has a future in tennis after all? Though if she gives it up and decides to make, I dunno, some adult movies instead, I wouldn't be complaining... That's the exact same photo fr which I got the URL before logging on to JKB Andy Murray's website has a tweet comment from him saying, "All the cressing room is watching Sharapova v Kirilenko. Can't think why..." I don't do women's tennis but I would make some exceptions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Good, solid start from Murray. The event's wide open: I think there are as many as seven realistic contenders, but we won't know if Murray's for real until a likely quarter-final with the improving but still not back to his best Nadal. I'm going to tip Djokovic to win it I think - but I've no confidence in saying that, and it's all very unpredictable really. Far more interesting than Murray, though, is shrieking cheat Sharapova being knocked out by hot stuff Kirilenko. Maybe the latter has a future in tennis after all? Though if she gives it up and decides to make, I dunno, some adult movies instead, I wouldn't be complaining... Woohoo. I love Maria Kirilenko. <----------- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveofthegame Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Easy win for Murray. Was suprised by Del Potro and how sloppily he played at times, let a few decisions really get to him. Convinced Murray will comfortably reach the last 8, then it'll start to get interesting. Will be good to see Nadal a few times before then as not sure what kind of form he is really in. Certainly not the Nadal of a year ago. No reason why Murray can't win it, but you can say exactly the same for at least the 4 other top players, plus perhaps outsiders such as Davydenko. Very open tournament. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 The draw hasn't been kind to the choker, Nadal in the quarters (if Murray doesn't choke before then) and probably Del Potro in the semis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWM Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Woohoo. I love Maria Kirilenko. <----------- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucky Thompson Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Murray seems to have dropped his Fred Perry gear for Adidas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Winstone Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Murray seems to have dropped his Fred Perry gear for Adidas. Signed a big deal wth Adidas last year sometime. He is absolutely raking it in in terms of sponsorships alone. RBS (who have their well known financial problems) still pay him ?1million a year in sponsorship! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Kirilenko is immense. Easy expected win for Murray. I actually think he's got an alright draw. He would have a decent chance of beating Nadal and he's got a good record against Del Potro. It's better than the other half which has got Federer, Djokovic and Davydenko. Some of the top players are rusty this time of the year. So one or two might not even make the quarters. If he plays Monfils in the last 16, that's the same type of all or nothing player he lost to last year and at the US Open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 Signed a big deal wth Adidas last year sometime. He is absolutely raking it in in terms of sponsorships alone. RBS (who have their well known financial problems) still pay him ?1million a year in sponsorship! I didn't know it was that much. I know, though, that he was offered more lucrative sponsorship elsewhere when his last RBS deal was running out but he stuck with RBS out of loyalty as they had supported his early years. I suppose it's quite easy to be that loyal when you're still grossing a seven figure sum just for some stitching on your sleeve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWM Posted January 19, 2010 Share Posted January 19, 2010 Good start to the tournament. Sharapova & Kirilenko first up on Monday and Ivanovic first on last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveofthegame Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Another great performance from Murray. See Del Potro is locked in a 5th set too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_jambo Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 What is Del Potro score just now? Can we get a few live updates? Im at work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Sexington Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 What is Del Potro score just now? Can we get a few live updates? Im at work. 6-6 in the 5th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveofthegame Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 What is Del Potro score just now? Can we get a few live updates? Im at work. 7-6 Blake on serve. Look here for upto the minute updates if you are able to mate: http://www.australianopen.com/en_AU/scores/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_jambo Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 cheers guys, that website is blocked, so keep the updates coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Sexington Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 cheers guys, that website is blocked, so keep the updates coming. 8-8. Some match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Sexington Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Del Potro breaks. 9-8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_jambo Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Del Potro breaks. 9-8 Damn, Hopefully this long match will effect Del Potro if he gets through. I like him, but I want Murray to reach a major final unlike the hobo's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Damn, Hopefully this long match will effect Del Potro if he gets through. I like him, but I want Murray to reach a major final unlike the hobo's. Del Potro wins. He's still a contender - but as things stand, I think Roddick will put him out in the last eight. Roddick-Djokovic is my current call for the final, I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_jambo Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Del Potro wins. He's still a contender - but as things stand, I think Roddick will put him out in the last eight. Roddick-Djokovic is my current call for the final, I think. I admire you putting your neck out on the line with that final pick! I havent watched many of the close season tournaments but if Roddick is on his peak form like the tail-end of last season then he could make it. If not, then there is no reason to suggest he could be Del Potro, especially on clay. Davydenko as a dark horse perhaps? I cant see past Nadal on clay, when it comes to making a final, but he may not win it this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Sexington Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 I admire you putting your neck out on the line with that final pick! I havent watched many of the close season tournaments but if Roddick is on his peak form like the tail-end of last season then he could make it. If not, then there is no reason to suggest he could be Del Potro, especially on clay. Davydenko as a dark horse perhaps? I cant see past Nadal on clay, when it comes to making a final, but he may not win it this year. Australian is hard court, mate The French is played on clay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_jambo Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Australian is hard court, mate The French is played on clay. Shoot me now. I have been itching to watch a match since it started too, if i had seen a match I would of worked that out (id like to think) haha. Hewitt to win. haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Davydenko as a dark horse perhaps? Yes, definitely. Don't rule him out. The trouble is he has to get past Federer and Djokovic just to make the final, which is surely too much to ask. On Roddick: his chances will improve if Murray beats Nadal in the last eight, or at least if they play each other to a standstill. Otherwise, beating Nadal on rebound ace will be very tough; particularly as Rafa is improving match by match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.C. Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Davydenko as a dark horse perhaps? I'm not sure he can be called a dark horse when you look at his recent form. Absolutely nobody will be wanting to play him at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 The last two days have had some brilliant matches. First the Youzhny-Gasquet match, then the Del Potro-Blake one. Del Potro's looked fragile early on and he seems to have a few injuries but he's the type that always has an injury or two. If he plays Roddick in the quarters, it's a 50-50 match. The next round for Murray should be as simple as it was today. From then on, it'll get very tough. I can see Djokovic making it to the final from the top half. But I've no idea from the bottom. Can't see it being Roddick though, just don't see him beating Del Potro and then either Murray/Nadal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Saturday morning should see a real rip-snorter between Baghdatis and Hewitt. We've lost the delights of Ana Ivanovic for another tourney. How did she ever become #1? Further evidence against women's tennis although there are always some great photos. Here's one demonstrating the effects of upper body momentum in producing power behind the forehand drive: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Saturday morning should see a real rip-snorter between Baghdatis and Hewitt. I've got a knack for putting a hex on a tennis match! 6-0, a few more games and then Baghdatis gives up. I could have stayed in bed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWM Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 I've got a knack for putting a hex on a tennis match! 6-0, a few more games and then Baghdatis gives up. I could have stayed in bed Didn't see any of it. I watched Tsonga v Hass instead. Good match, though should have went 5 sets. Murray's on at 5 past midnight on BBC1 tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Jambo 60 Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Murray just knocking up for his first match. I dont think he will win the tournament though. I like the boy Deek , its just his mother, what a tube. sorry . doug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveofthegame Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Def sitting up to watch tonights match. Could be a tough one, likely to have tie breaks due to Isner's big serve. Going for Murray in 4 sets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portobellojambo1 Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Def sitting up to watch tonights match. Could be a tough one, likely to have tie breaks due to Isner's big serve. Going for Murray in 4 sets. What time is KO, or the tennis equivalent. Edit - Just saw the post above quoting 12:05. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Murray's match will be a tough one. Needs to be more careful on his serve than he's been in other matches because it'll be very difficult to break Isner. Good thing is that he usually does alright against big servers. That better not be a jinx comment though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Just warming up the now. Come on Murray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 This Isner fella's not got an attractive game about him. Brutal serving & that's about it. Tie-breaks beckon but Murray looks to have the better game to see him through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 This Isner fella's not got an attractive game about him. Brutal serving & that's about it. Tie-breaks beckon but Murray looks to have the better game to see him through. I also think he may have stamina issues. That heat can't be easy when you're that size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beats Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Can't stand Murray.Loser mentality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Can't stand Murray.Loser mentality. I'm with you, the guys a choker! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everybody loves Baz Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Feck this, an hour a set? be here till yon time. This has 5 sets all over it. Nighty night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Palmer Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Murray broke but is in danger,,,deuce! Adv from 15-40! Wow...deuce Murray for 2nd set though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Palmer Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 2-0 Murray....roar at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 What's with the bunch of guys singing football songs between sets? And I've just realised they are singing "we're on the march with Isners army". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arse 'Friends' Dyslexic? Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Bloody Hell - What a couple of points to win the break! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Palmer Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Tell me about it....not doing them any good anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Palmer Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Murray 4-2 in 3rd set/ 2-0 up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 I also think he may have stamina issues. That heat can't be easy when you're that size. As the commentator said, It can't help being that bit closer to the sun! Bloody Hell - What a couple of points to win the break! Exactly what you'd expect from a guy with such a 'Loser mentality' 2 points that you might expect from Federer but even from him, not in succession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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