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Quote from: aoluain on June 08, 2021, 03:51:45 PM

But it seems Medvedev is weak on clay right now against Tsitsipas he is without any chance so far.

Medvedev played a great 2nd set and had some really good points. He even had a couple of match points towards the later part of the set and just when he showed enough to make us think he will have an edge in tie break - Tsitsipas played a perfect one and clinched 2nd set as well. Managed to place a nice live bet on under 44.5 games when Medvedev had a break point. Should be a secure thing if don't see an epic comeback.

yea its looking ominous for Medvedev ATM, opportunities are running out, he needs to
break Tsitsipas and hold serve to take the 3rd set... ATM he is 1 break point from 5.
At times looking at Tsitsipas he looks absolutely wrecked but he has all the answers
to what Medvedev is putting his way.

Medvedev was a break up in the third set in the second set had set points. Missed it all and lost to tsitsipas so another big name has been knocked out of the tournament. Lets see if we can get even bigger suprises tommorow or will we see a classic between djokovic and nadal

But another big name also knock out Medvedev, as others have said, he is not expecting to play high level in this surface and yet he reach this far.

Tsitsipas is really playing good, he will be facing his young rival in Zverev, maybe this will extend to 5 sets game now. I will still go with Tsitsipas here to reach the finals against either Nadal or Djokovic.

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Quote from: Trofo on June 08, 2021, 03:35:41 PM

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But it seems Medvedev is weak on clay right now against Tsitsipas he is without any chance so far.

Medvedev played a great 2nd set and had some really good points. He even had a couple of match points towards the later part of the set and just when he showed enough to make us think he will have an edge in tie break - Tsitsipas played a perfect one and clinched 2nd set as well. Managed to place a nice live bet on under 44.5 games when Medvedev had a break point. Should be a secure thing if don't see an epic comeback.

yea its looking ominous for Medvedev ATM, opportunities are running out, he needs to
break Tsitsipas and hold serve to take the 3rd set... ATM he is 1 break point from 5.
At times looking at Tsitsipas he looks absolutely wrecked but he has all the answers
to what Medvedev is putting his way.

Medvedev was a break up in the third set in the second set had set points. Missed it all and lost to tsitsipas so another big name has been knocked out of the tournament. Lets see if we can get even bigger suprises tommorow or will we see a classic between djokovic and nadal

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But it seems Medvedev is weak on clay right now against Tsitsipas he is without any chance so far.

Medvedev played a great 2nd set and had some really good points. He even had a couple of match points towards the later part of the set and just when he showed enough to make us think he will have an edge in tie break - Tsitsipas played a perfect one and clinched 2nd set as well. Managed to place a nice live bet on under 44.5 games when Medvedev had a break point. Should be a secure thing if don't see an epic comeback.

yea its looking ominous for Medvedev ATM, opportunities are running out, he needs to
break Tsitsipas and hold serve to take the 3rd set... ATM he is 1 break point from 5.
At times looking at Tsitsipas he looks absolutely wrecked but he has all the answers
to what Medvedev is putting his way.

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Quote from: Yaunfitda on June 07, 2021, 10:07:24 PM

But it seems Medvedev is weak on clay right now against Tsitsipas he is without any chance so far.

Medvedev played a great 2nd set and had some really good points. He even had a couple of match points towards the later part of the set and just when he showed enough to make us think he will have an edge in tie break - Tsitsipas played a perfect one and clinched 2nd set as well. Managed to place a nice live bet on under 44.5 games when Medvedev had a break point. Should be a secure thing if don't see an epic comeback.

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Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

I liked how Djoko came back after trailing by two sets to zero, he returned with three consecutive days before the opponent withdrew from the match.
The mental fortitude that this man possesses is very mythical, and even as he breathes his last, you enter into doubt and he may return and defeat you.
Djokovic.the hardest player to demoralize, he is recovering from the middle of the pile of bad, and it is no wonder that the next is a myth, because I see many things related to history numbers that this iron Serb may be afflicted with. Run away with any number you have in the yellow ball, I see it exceeded that and much more.

That is something I have observed several times in the past when it comes to Djokovic. He was even accused once of doing that on purpose for more or less unknown reasons. He loses two sets and out of a sudden it goes boom and he just destroys his opponent. He sometimes also has that when he leads like 2-0, and then he plays a third set as if he never had a racket in his hands. It's really weird from time to time.

Anyway, for all the fans of the clash between the titans, we are on track for Djokovic - Nadal! Wink

Sadly, it would be a semifinal though. Still worth watching a hopefully 5+ hours game! Tongue

Have fun guys!

Djokovic needs to overcome another good clay player in Berrettini. Maybe we can see another come from behind win by Djokovic assuming that Berrettini will go out and play like it is final.

I also observed Djokovic style of play, we can't say if he is doing it on purpose or something, but he seems to take a dive early or even in the third set. Maybe he want's to take a rest or preserved his energy for more grueling game ahead, but it doesn't make sense. As compare to let's say Nadal who will really give 100% in the first set and will bully his opponents into submission both physical and mental. Like what he did to Jannik, 6-0 on the last set.

Yes it is really weird because it happens almost every single time that out of a sudden he doesn't know how to play tennis anymore for a whole set. Afterwards he destroys the opponent 6-1.

I didn't know Medvdev could make it to world rank number one if he reaches the final and Djokovic doesn't or if he beats Djokovic in the final. But it seems Medvedev is weak on clay right now against Tsitsipas he is without any chance so far.

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I have a small bet on now on Medvedev (one of my favourite players) he as well as
Tsitsipas are capable of beating anyone. For someone who wouldnt be classed as a
clay court specialist he is certainly going very well.

Anyway this is my gamble of the week, lets see how it plays out....

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Even though Medvedev is playing good, there is some value in Tsitsipas to win in 3 sets (@2.95)

I quite like option of taking -1.5 set handicap in matches like this. It accounts for possibility of loosing concentration in one set and still offers solid odds. Problem is always loose with this selection even though it looks great in theory

Simple ML on Tsitsipas for me today. H2H is on Medvedev side but clay should be much better surface for Tsitisi even though he managed to loose their only clay match so far.

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On the women's side, I suppose Swiatek must be the overwhelming favourite now that most of the other contenders have fallen away. Not sure if anyone left in the draw can stop her. Coco Gauff maybe has an outside chance?

Quote from: Yaunfitda on June 07, 2021, 10:07:24 PM

I also observed Djokovic style of play, we can't say if he is doing it on purpose or something, but he seems to take a dive early or even in the third set.

Just wait for the Nadal match, if they play each other... Djokovic will surely suffer a dramatic 'injury' which calls for a time-out just when the match is getting away from him, and then he'll just as dramatically recover instantly with no ill-effects whatsoever, almost as if the injury was simply him playing psychological games in an attempt to unsettle his opponent. Cheesy

He's a great player certainly, but these tricks are giving him a bad name.

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Quote from: Trofo on June 08, 2021, 06:40:01 AM

Just reading Musetti statement and it seems he forfeited because he could not win any point against Djoko Grin

He thought it was best to forfeit since public could not enjoy match like that. If true, I believe that was bad de.cision especially when the match is almost finished anyway. Not even gonna mention sport aspect of decision. I am smelling some betting scandal here in the future.

Could be press taking things out of context again, too bad I don't speak Italian to read original statement.

Haven't read the statement yet or watched the press conference, but if this is valid, I think it is reason for a fine or even suspension...

Quote from: TravelMug on June 07, 2021, 09:30:16 PM

Before the Djokovic vs Nadal eventual showdown, we will see another great tennis match, Tsitsipas vs Medvedev. Surprising to see Medvedev has reach a quarter final of a clay surface.

Tsitsipas though has a good run as well, and we all know that this is Tsitsipas best surface, so I'm expecting him to win in 4 sets. Will give 1 set for Medvedev. But if Tsitsipas comes firing in the first set, in might be over in 3. He is the favourite to win as per betting odds.

Even though Medvedev is playing good, there is some value in Tsitsipas to win in 3 sets (@2.95)

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^Hmm I never get people who forfeit, I mean, we've seen upsets before and you can always win something on a day, especially when the odds are against you, no pressure. Definitely fishy or some =]

But very happy my first longshot hit on this tourney day before yesterday (Medvedev straight sets, 2 aces per set, and no tie breaks) but it was a nervy final one to clinch the final point woo! Today going against him on a similar 15/1 though, each has to score 8 aces and 20 points but easy right? Wink

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Just reading Musetti statement and it seems he forfeited because he could not win any point against Djoko Grin

He thought it was best to forfeit since public could not enjoy match like that. If true, I believe that was bad decision especially when the match is almost finished anyway. Not even gonna mention sport aspect of decision. I am smelling some betting scandal here in the future.

Could be press taking things out of context again, too bad I don't speak Italian to read original statement.

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Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

I liked how Djoko came back after trailing by two sets to zero, he returned with three consecutive days before the opponent withdrew from the match.
The mental fortitude that this man possesses is very mythical, and even as he breathes his last, you enter into doubt and he may return and defeat you.
Djokovic.the hardest player to demoralize, he is recovering from the middle of the pile of bad, and it is no wonder that the next is a myth, because I see many things related to history numbers that this iron Serb may be afflicted with. Run away with any number you have in the yellow ball, I see it exceeded that and much more.

That is something I have observed several times in the past when it comes to Djokovic. He was even accused once of doing that on purpose for more or less unknown reasons. He loses two sets and out of a sudden it goes boom and he just destroys his opponent. He sometimes also has that when he leads like 2-0, and then he plays a third set as if he never had a racket in his hands. It's really weird from time to time.

Anyway, for all the fans of the clash between the titans, we are on track for Djokovic - Nadal! Wink

Sadly, it would be a semifinal though. Still worth watching a hopefully 5+ hours game! Tongue

Have fun guys!

Djokovic needs to overcome another good clay player in Berrettini. Maybe we can see another come from behind win by Djokovic assuming that Berrettini will go out and play like it is final.

I also observed Djokovic style of play, we can't say if he is doing it on purpose or something, but he seems to take a dive early or even in the third set. Maybe he want's to take a rest or preserved his energy for more grueling game ahead, but it doesn't make sense. As compare to let's say Nadal who will really give 100% in the first set and will bully his opponents into submission both physical and mental. Like what he did to Jannik, 6-0 on the last set.

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Before the Djokovic vs Nadal eventual showdown, we will see another great tennis match, Tsitsipas vs Medvedev. Surprising to see Medvedev has reach a quarter final of a clay surface.

Tsitsipas though has a good run as well, and we all know that this is Tsitsipas best surface, so I'm expecting him to win in 4 sets. Will give 1 set for Medvedev. But if Tsitsipas comes firing in the first set, in might be over in 3. He is the favourite to win as per betting odds.

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Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

Federer knew that he would go against djokovic if he overcame berretini thats why he retired. Djokovic today from set 3 went into beast mode and destroyed Musseti . Only giving him 1 game in the next 3 sets that is just brutal

Yes it seems I was right for Federer when I told that 2 pages above (I was convinced Federer will not be able to reach the final rounds). Matteo Berrettini is 9th of the world wide ATP ranking while Roger Fedrer is currently 8th, then odds for a loss of Federer were high, and the match was expected to be pretty tight and hard for him. So I understand why Federer chose to withdraw, it's a wise decision for himself and for his knee I think. I hope he will be able to play again at least one last time on clay at Roland Garros for a French Open before ending his career though.

Quote from: Koal-84 on June 03, 2021, 03:23:00 PM

The favorites and old masters, Federer, Djokovic have advanced to the next round and Nadal also looks like he is climbing without any effort. He'll definitely whine a little that his backhand needs to be improved, but that's a high level whine.

Yes they are all very strong but I don't think all the three will be able to qualify to the quarter finals. At the next round (the 4th round) Roger Federer will certainly meet Matteo Berrettini and odds will be low for an easy victory of Roger Federer. It will be very likely a hard fight for him. For Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal the way to reach the quarter finals will be certainly way more easy.

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Quote from: Strongkored on June 07, 2021, 10:34:42 AM

Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

I liked how Djoko came back after trailing by two sets to zero, he returned with three consecutive days before the opponent withdrew from the match.
The mental fortitude that this man possesses is very mythical, and even as he breathes his last, you enter into doubt and he may return and defeat you.
Djokovic.the hardest player to demoralize, he is recovering from the middle of the pile of bad, and it is no wonder that the next is a myth, because I see many things related to history numbers that this iron Serb may be afflicted with. Run away with any number you have in the yellow ball, I see it exceeded that and much more.

That is something I have observed several times in the past when it comes to Djokovic. He was even accused once of doing that on purpose for more or less unknown reasons. He loses two sets and out of a sudden it goes boom and he just destroys his opponent. He sometimes also has that when he leads like 2-0, and then he plays a third set as if he never had a racket in his hands. It's really weird from time to time.

Anyway, for all the fans of the clash between the titans, we are on track for Djokovic - Nadal! Wink

Sadly, it would be a semifinal though. Still worth watching a hopefully 5+ hours game! Tongue

Have fun guys!

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Quote from: Strongkored on June 07, 2021, 10:34:42 AM

Quote from: Joca97 on June 07, 2021, 01:58:21 PM

Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

I liked how Djoko came back after trailing by two sets to zero, he returned with three consecutive days before the opponent withdrew from the match.
The mental fortitude that this man possesses is very mythical, and even as he breathes his last, you enter into doubt and he may return and defeat you.
Djokovic.the hardest player to demoralize, he is recovering from the middle of the pile of bad, and it is no wonder that the next is a myth, because I see many things related to history numbers that this iron Serb may be afflicted with. Run away with any number you have in the yellow ball, I see it exceeded that and much more.

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Quote from: Strongkored on June 07, 2021, 10:34:42 AM

Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

Federer knew that he would go against djokovic if he overcame berretini thats why he retired. Djokovic today from set 3 went into beast mode and destroyed Musseti . Only giving him 1 game in the next 3 sets that is just brutal

But Musetti got injured right? He was down 0-2, and after that it seems the Musetti has no gas and can't fight because of the injury. If he is healthy then maybe we can see the biggest upset today.

Maybe he really push himself in the winning the first 2 sets, too bad, so Djokovic is advancing.

Nadal too much for Sinner, as Rafa destroys him in 3 sets, bagel in the last set.

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Quote from: Strongkored on June 07, 2021, 10:34:42 AM

Quote from: Strongkored on June 07, 2021, 10:34:42 AM

Good call for the moment as Djokovic is up 4-1 in the 3rd set.

After going through two sets with a tie break Djokovic was able to win in the 3rd and 4th sets, 5th set He lead 4-0.
It looks like Musetti was injured so he decided to retires, Musetti gave a tight fight if he wasn't injured maybe he could have beaten Djokovic.
https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1401916863060189184

Too bad that Musetti got injured, would have been the biggest shock till now in this French Open. Djokovic will now play against Berrettini who got a walkover thanks to the forfait of Federer.

Federer knew that he would go against djokovic if he overcame berretini thats why he retired. Djokovic today from set 3 went into beast mode and destroyed Musseti . Only giving him 1 game in the next 3 sets that is just brutal

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