shaun.lawson Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 ... And nowadays, Wimbledon means a certain Hibs fan. Young Mr Murray has been struggling lately - but that can happen to many sportsmen, and I wouldn't write him off just yet. Especially as his draw is a borderline joke: he might start slowly, but it's almost impossible to see anyone troubling him until maybe Tsonga in the quarters. Then, it's a shoot-out with Rafa Nadal in the semis. It strikes me, Murray could do with England staying in the World Cup for a while: because that'll keep the attention off him to some degree. He's able to come into the event as under the radar as a British world number four maybe ever will: and I expect him to pick up momentum and confidence. I'm going for Federer to win a seventh (and last?) title, but have no real confidence in tipping him: he's far, far more vulnerable than he once was, and even lost in Halle a couple of weeks ago, which is unheard of. Federer to beat Roddick in one semi; Murray to outlast Nadal in the other; Federer to win the final in four, I reckon. And we can all dip in and out of the tournament until it reaches the business end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergio Garcia Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Hewitt to get as far as the semis, where the Fed will probably beat him. Nadal will beat Murray comfortably in the semis. Nadal to win final in 5 sets! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beats Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Murray will be lucky to make the quarters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Romanov Saviour of HMFC Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Can't see Murray doing anything this year unless he's transformed his game (he hasn't, has he?). Really hope Roddick can do it this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Absolutely love Wimbledon but it always takes a back seat to the footy. Will watch some of it between the baron hours of 4:45pm to 7:30pm then return to the football! Not too confident for Murrays chances but will be hoping he can get his game together for a good run. Go on Andy lad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Apparently Murray is ready to end Great Britain's 74n year wait for a male Wimbledon winner Murray would be better concentrating on beating the likes of Fish who walloped him at Queens before thinking of taking on the big boys of whom he has never beaten when it really mattered, I cant help but feel the choker will strike again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blairdin Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 I don't expect Murray to do anything this year, but agree with whoever mentioned Andy Roddick - would be good to see him win it. Slightly off topic, but I'm going to be in London village a week on Monday. Apparently you can queue for tickets and to get into the grounds each morning - has anyone done this and can you say how early you have to join said queue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Apparently Murray is ready to end Great Britain's 74n year wait for a male Wimbledon winner Murray would be better concentrating on beating the likes of Fish who walloped him at Queens before thinking of taking on the big boys of whom he has never beaten when it really mattered, I cant help but feel the choker will strike again. Did they ever check the inside of Vargina Wade's shorts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Did they ever check the inside of Vargina Wade's shorts? They did, they charged her with drug trafficking as they found 30lbs of crack inside them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted June 20, 2010 Author Share Posted June 20, 2010 I don't expect Murray to do anything this year, but agree with whoever mentioned Andy Roddick - would be good to see him win it. Slightly off topic, but I'm going to be in London village a week on Monday. Apparently you can queue for tickets and to get into the grounds each morning - has anyone done this and can you say how early you have to join said queue? You can - and Monday week is the best day of the Championships, because there are good quality fourth round matches played on the outside courts as well as the show courts. But try and get in the queue used by those who travel in by car: that's a lot shorter, and if you're queueing by 4am, you should have no problem getting on Centre or Number 1. If you use the other queue - near Southfields tube - your chances of getting on a show court will be reduced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cade Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 AS long as he supports Hibs, he will never win a Big Cup. Diddy cups is the best it's going to get for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWL Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Is John Newcombe and Ken Rosewall still seeded this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor FinnBarr Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 You can - and Monday week is the best day of the Championships, because there are good quality fourth round matches played on the outside courts as well as the show courts. But try and get in the queue used by those who travel in by car: that's a lot shorter, and if you're queueing by 4am, you should have no problem getting on Centre or Number 1. If you use the other queue - near Southfields tube - your chances of getting on a show court will be reduced. Do you need to show car keys and pretend to have a car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Oh, and a Wimbledon without 3inaBednar... Bliss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Wilde Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Murray to go out in the first week if we extrapolate from his recent temperament and level of performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted June 20, 2010 Author Share Posted June 20, 2010 Murray to go out in the first week if we extrapolate from his recent temperament and level of performance. But last year, it was "Murray to romp to the title if we extrapolate from his recent temperament and level of performance". And you should see some of threads hyping him up beyond belief from late 2008 too. The truth, as ever with these things, usually lies somewhere in between. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted June 20, 2010 Author Share Posted June 20, 2010 Do you need to show car keys and pretend to have a car? Heh! And having just checked the website, my info looks like it's out of date (I haven't queued up for Wimbledon in ten years now). There's one queue, based in Wimbledon Park, it would appear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blairdin Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Heh! And having just checked the website, my info looks like it's out of date (I haven't queued up for Wimbledon in ten years now). There's one queue, based in Wimbledon Park, it would appear. Thanks Shaun. I'll be at Hyde Park Calling watching Macca till late the night before - I think queueing at 4am is a non-starter for me, medical gimps like me need rest and breakfast. If I could joint the queue at 7:30/8:00am and even get onto Henman Hill that would do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Wilde Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 But last year, it was "Murray to romp to the title if we extrapolate from his recent temperament and level of performance". And you should see some of threads hyping him up beyond belief from late 2008 too. The truth, as ever with these things, usually lies somewhere in between. Probably so. I''m sure he'll have a nice career as the top British player for the next few years. But I think his ongoing chances of winning a major are slowly and steadily diminishing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted June 20, 2010 Author Share Posted June 20, 2010 Probably so. I''m sure he'll have a nice career as the top British player for the next few years. But I think his ongoing chances of winning a major are slowly and steadily diminishing. I don't think they've started diminishing yet TBH. I don't think they will unless he still hasn't won one by the end of Wimbledon 2011. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Red Mist Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Just read that oor Muzza has refused to bow to the Queen when she makes her visit. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Wilde Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Just read that oor Muzza has refused to bow to the Queen when she makes her visit. Thoughts? If its true, then I'm delighted. No need for these servile deferential medieval gestures in the year 2010. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Red Mist Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 If its true, then I'm delighted. No need for these servile deferential medieval gestures in the year 2010. Was on Five Live not that long ago, taking place on Thursday apparently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Wilde Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Was on Five Live not that long ago, taking place on Thursday apparently. You're quite right mate. Telegraph reporting the same thing. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/7842255/Wimbledon-2010-Andy-Murrays-doubts-over-bowing-for-Queen.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johanes de Silentio Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Just read that oor Muzza has refused to bow to the Queen when she makes her visit. Thoughts? Very pleasantly surprised, tbh - expect his popularity down South to plummet, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Thanks Shaun. I'll be at Hyde Park Calling watching Macca till late the night before - I think queueing at 4am is a non-starter for me, medical gimps like me need rest and breakfast. . If you're watching Macca...you'll have had at least 2 hours sleep in the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Federer drops the first set in his first round match! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 This guy is playing out of his skin against the Fed. Would be the biggest upset ever I think, but no doubt Roger will dig it out from somewhere... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Very pleasantly surprised, tbh - expect his popularity down South to plummet, though! There's an article on the BBC site where he says he'd be delighted to win his first Slam event in his own country. Final paragraph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Two sets to love Falla! Incredible stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Wow, Federer's mind is obviously on his countries match at 3pm as he's trying his best to catch it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomstick Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Two sets to love Falla! Incredible stuff. I know! Why is nobody else mentioning the game that's actually happening right now??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigolo-Aunt Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Two sets to love Falla! Incredible stuff. Boy done well to hang in there. Trainer on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Would be a spewer if this boy is injured. He's been fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Can I revise my predictions now, please? Federer will probably still get out of this, especially with Falla injured. But if he goes out, or even if he doesn't given how wobbly he's looked, just watch the hype go into overdrive. And never mind Murray: I hope Roddick is watching this and being inspired. He's the guy I most want to win this tournament - and he has a huge chance if Federer doesn't get back to his usual self. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Falla still playing well but doesn't seem to be moving freely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigolo-Aunt Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Falla still playing well but doesn't seem to be moving freely. Matron back on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Federer despite being 2 sets down is still 1/3 to win this match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Fed looks as though he was up to the wee small hours watching the golf on the telly. He's never remarkably expressive but that approach to the net leaving the court wide open for the pass was about as lazy as I can imagine a plyer looking. OK. He's going to get through, possibly on a "Ret'd (hurt)", but his mammy better make sure he's tucked up in his bed by 9.30 tonight and tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redm Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Grrr. I didn't honestly think the BBC website tennis pages could get any worse but they clearly could. I can't find anything I'm looking for. Think I might have to give up and go for the official Wimbledon website instead unless anyone has any other recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Grrr. I didn't honestly think the BBC website tennis pages could get any worse but they clearly could. I can't find anything I'm looking for. Think I might have to give up and go for the official Wimbledon website instead unless anyone has any other recommendations? ??????? I'm watching it streamed on the BBC website. Seems fine to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Falla just has to think to himself, 1 break, 1 hold and i'm there and put everything he has into this here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigolo-Aunt Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 4-4 Fed in trouble at mill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I P Knightley Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Grrr. I didn't honestly think the BBC website tennis pages could get any worse but they clearly could. I can't find anything I'm looking for. Think I might have to give up and go for the official Wimbledon website instead unless anyone has any other recommendations? I've got the video feed just fine. If you're relying on the text commentary, though, it's usually about 2 games behind and you're better going to the slamtracker on Wimbledon.org. (Why they never chose wimbledon.net for their site puzzles me.) EDIT: 3 break points!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 3 break pts!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigolo-Aunt Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 3 break points missed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Lucky ******* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Incredible stuff. Federer go and just stop getting the ball back ya bassa!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular John Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Disappointin to see the crowd so pro-Federer, they should be gettin behind the underdog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Disappointin to see the crowd so pro-Federer, they should be gettin behind the underdog. Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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