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Quote from: absy on January 24, 2019, 04:37:37 AM

Quote from: rdbase on January 24, 2019, 02:20:49 AM

I've seen Tsitsipas play from middle of last year and if his style of play in the end rounds havent waivered I can see a good match coming up.
He has the energy and good forehand shots to make Nadal think twice of underestimating this greeks lack of experience in the later stages of an open.

Well he lost the first set , tried to get too many free points if you ask me , he should have been more patient but now in the second set he is handling pace of Nadal a bit better but well we all know Nadal . I think this match will end in 3 or max 4 sets in favor of Nadal .

Who else is excited to see Nadal v Djokovic in the finals?

Tsitsipas did his best but he lost the first set and then he blacked out. If he was more experienced he could handle it differently. Also, Nadal's forehand is on fire in this tournament and I think that he will beat Djokovic in the final. He deserves that after the comeback of his injury and this will boost his morale for the next tournaments to come.

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Quote from: absy on January 24, 2019, 05:56:20 AM

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Quote from: absy on January 24, 2019, 04:37:37 AM

Quote from: rdbase on January 24, 2019, 02:20:49 AM

I've seen Tsitsipas play from middle of last year and if his style of play in the end rounds havent waivered I can see a good match coming up.
He has the energy and good forehand shots to make Nadal think twice of underestimating this greeks lack of experience in the later stages of an open.

Well he lost the first set , tried to get too many free points if you ask me , he should have been more patient but now in the second set he is handling pace of Nadal a bit better but well we all know Nadal . I think this match will end in 3 or max 4 sets in favor of Nadal .

Who else is excited to see Nadal v Djokovic in the finals?

Damn, Nadal is really on a roll right now. His like getting a second wind and was never bothered with his injuries. That's what really separates the elites from start tennis player like Nadal, Djokovic and Federer. They know how to play and elevate their games when needed. I thought Tsitsipas will give him a interesting and intense fight, but I was wrong, it was a dominant performance so far. 3rd set leading 5-0. We might as well see another tennis for both if Djokovic wins tomorrow.

Exactly , his forehand is also different this season don't you think? Its so good to see our favorite players play like this

Tsitsipas is a good player but well lack of experience . I guess Djoker will beat Pouille in this manner itself because Pouille has spent hell lot of time when compared to Djoker .

Yes, it looks like his forehand is different specially it was evident in the way he beats Tiafoe, and not just his forehand but his serve as well. And Nadal hasn't dropped a set in this tournament, that's why its gonna be exciting to see Nadal v Djokovic in the finals. Its time for Djokovic then so that as tennis fans, we will see another epic class in the finals of Australian Open this year.

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Quote from: Kemarit on January 24, 2019, 05:34:32 AM

Quote from: absy on January 24, 2019, 04:37:37 AM

Quote from: rdbase on January 24, 2019, 02:20:49 AM

I've seen Tsitsipas play from middle of last year and if his style of play in the end rounds havent waivered I can see a good match coming up.
He has the energy and good forehand shots to make Nadal think twice of underestimating this greeks lack of experience in the later stages of an open.

Well he lost the first set , tried to get too many free points if you ask me , he should have been more patient but now in the second set he is handling pace of Nadal a bit better but well we all know Nadal . I think this match will end in 3 or max 4 sets in favor of Nadal .

Who else is excited to see Nadal v Djokovic in the finals?

Damn, Nadal is really on a roll right now. His like getting a second wind and was never bothered with his injuries. That's what really separates the elites from start tennis player like Nadal, Djokovic and Federer. They know how to play and elevate their games when needed. I thought Tsitsipas will give him a interesting and intense fight, but I was wrong, it was a dominant performance so far. 3rd set leading 5-0. We might as well see another tennis for both if Djokovic wins tomorrow.

Exactly , his forehand is also different this season don't you think? Its so good to see our favorite players play like this

Tsitsipas is a good player but well lack of experience . I guess Djoker will beat Pouille in this manner itself because Pouille has spent hell lot of time when compared to Djoker .

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Quote from: absy on January 24, 2019, 04:37:37 AM

Quote from: rdbase on January 24, 2019, 02:20:49 AM

I've seen Tsitsipas play from middle of last year and if his style of play in the end rounds havent waivered I can see a good match coming up.
He has the energy and good forehand shots to make Nadal think twice of underestimating this greeks lack of experience in the later stages of an open.

Well he lost the first set , tried to get too many free points if you ask me , he should have been more patient but now in the second set he is handling pace of Nadal a bit better but well we all know Nadal . I think this match will end in 3 or max 4 sets in favor of Nadal .

Who else is excited to see Nadal v Djokovic in the finals?

Damn, Nadal is really on a roll right now. His like getting a second wind and was never bothered with his injuries. That's what really separates the elites from start tennis player like Nadal, Djokovic and Federer. They know how to play and elevate their games when needed. I thought Tsitsipas will give him a interesting and intense fight, but I was wrong, it was a dominant performance so far. 3rd set leading 5-0. We might as well see another tennis for both if Djokovic wins tomorrow.

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Quote from: rdbase on January 24, 2019, 02:20:49 AM

I've seen Tsitsipas play from middle of last year and if his style of play in the end rounds havent waivered I can see a good match coming up.
He has the energy and good forehand shots to make Nadal think twice of underestimating this greeks lack of experience in the later stages of an open.

Well he lost the first set , tried to get too many free points if you ask me , he should have been more patient but now in the second set he is handling pace of Nadal a bit better but well we all know Nadal . I think this match will end in 3 or max 4 sets in favor of Nadal .

Who else is excited to see Nadal v Djokovic in the finals?

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I've seen Tsitsipas play from middle of last year and if his style of play in the end rounds havent waivered I can see a good match coming up.
He has the energy and good forehand shots to make Nadal think twice of underestimating this greeks lack of experience in the later stages of an open.

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Quote from: vennali on January 23, 2019, 03:36:33 PM

Wasn't expecting Raonic to lose to Lucas Pouille. Raonic played really well in the last few matches and after beating Wawrinka, I expecting him to reach at least Semis. fair play to Pouille though, countered Raonic's forehand quite easily. Nadal vs Tsitsipas next, I dont think Tsitsipas really has a chance. Considering that Nadal has one of the best top spin forehands. If he focuses on Tsitsipas's forehand it will be close to impossible for him to counter that, other than just slicing it. Federer had the same issue for a long time too, while facing Nadal. Its almost impossible to hit a topspin forehand when the ball is around and over the shoulder height. Going to be an interesting matchup for sure but should be another finals showing for Nadal.

Hey you’re not alone in being disappointed with the loss of Raonic, given his current form it’s a shame he didn’t win it. Lucas is up against Djokovic now and I expect Djokovic to sail through, though I do hope Lucas does give him some competition. I’m very excited for Nadals clash vs Tsitsipas, as it’s Nadals experience vs this youngster who’s already caused an upset, however my money is on Nadal to win the match.

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Quote from: Kemarit on January 23, 2019, 05:36:25 PM

Quote from: vennali on January 23, 2019, 03:36:33 PM

Wasn't expecting Raonic to lose to Lucas Pouille. Raonic played really well in the last few matches and after beating Wawrinka, I expecting him to reach at least Semis. fair play to Pouille though, countered Raonic's forehand quite easily. Nadal vs Tsitsipas next, I dont think Tsitsipas really has a chance. Considering that Nadal has one of the best top spin forehands. If he focuses on Tsitsipas's forehand it will be close to impossible for him to counter that, other than just slicing it. Federer had the same issue for a long time too, while facing Nadal. Its almost impossible to hit a topspin forehand when the ball is around and over the shoulder height. Going to be an interesting matchup for sure but should be another finals showing for Nadal.

So its going to be Pouille vs Djokovic in the other bracket. And Pouille has able to neutralizes the big serve of Raonic, but it was not a easy match for him. As I have said in my previous post, Djokovic was given a free pass so he will be well rested. I'm not seeing Pouille getting over Djokovic though.

As for Nadal vs Tsitsipas, I'm expecting Tsitsipas to give Nadal everything he can handle. I remember the last time they fought in Roger Cup, I wouldn't say that Nadal has a easy win against him, but I'm expecting Tsitsipas to perform better this time against Rafa. I won't be surprised if he pulls through. Grin

If you ask me , Raonic played badly . I don't wanna take the credit off Pouille but that is what happened , Raonic was just not himself . He committed too many unforced errors , well congrats to the Frenchman . Now yeah I too feel Djoker will beat Pouille easily and same in the other game , I see Nadal cruising past Tsitsipas.

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Quote from: Kemarit on January 23, 2019, 05:36:25 PM

Quote from: vennali on January 23, 2019, 03:36:33 PM

Wasn't expecting Raonic to lose to Lucas Pouille. Raonic played really well in the last few matches and after beating Wawrinka, I expecting him to reach at least Semis. fair play to Pouille though, countered Raonic's forehand quite easily. Nadal vs Tsitsipas next, I dont think Tsitsipas really has a chance. Considering that Nadal has one of the best top spin forehands. If he focuses on Tsitsipas's forehand it will be close to impossible for him to counter that, other than just slicing it. Federer had the same issue for a long time too, while facing Nadal. Its almost impossible to hit a topspin forehand when the ball is around and over the shoulder height. Going to be an interesting matchup for sure but should be another finals showing for Nadal.

So its going to be Pouille vs Djokovic in the other bracket. And Pouille has able to neutralizes the big serve of Raonic, but it was not a easy match for him. As I have said in my previous post, Djokovic was given a free pass so he will be well rested. I'm not seeing Pouille getting over Djokovic though.

As for Nadal vs Tsitsipas, I'm expecting Tsitsipas to give Nadal everything he can handle. I remember the last time they fought in Roger Cup, I wouldn't say that Nadal has a easy win against him, but I'm expecting Tsitsipas to perform better this time against Rafa. I won't be surprised if he pulls through. Grin

There is no doubt that Djokovic will be the fresher of the two however Djokovic did say that in his last match against Medvedev that he had a slight back concern so I just wonder if he is pushed in this up coming match against Pouille that we see an upset. Lets be honest Nishikori didn't really test Djokovic last night so we didn't see if this back concern that Djokovic has is effecting him. The extra rest could help but I think if Pouille can push Djokovic this slight injury could effect his play.

The Nadal/Tsitsipas match up will be interesting as we have seen this tournament Nadal hasn't been pushed as hard like we have seen in the past. Nadal almost every Grand Slam seems to be pushed hard in early matches and then when it comes to the back end we see him not play as well but this time he has breezed through the early matches and looks in fine form. I do think that Tsitsipas will push him in this match and maybe even get it to a 5th set but he will need to step up to the next level playing Nadal in the form his in.

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Quote from: Kemarit on January 23, 2019, 05:36:25 PM

Quote from: vennali on January 23, 2019, 03:36:33 PM

Wasn't expecting Raonic to lose to Lucas Pouille. Raonic played really well in the last few matches and after beating Wawrinka, I expecting him to reach at least Semis. fair play to Pouille though, countered Raonic's forehand quite easily. Nadal vs Tsitsipas next, I dont think Tsitsipas really has a chance. Considering that Nadal has one of the best top spin forehands. If he focuses on Tsitsipas's forehand it will be close to impossible for him to counter that, other than just slicing it. Federer had the same issue for a long time too, while facing Nadal. Its almost impossible to hit a topspin forehand when the ball is around and over the shoulder height. Going to be an interesting matchup for sure but should be another finals showing for Nadal.

So its going to be Pouille vs Djokovic in the other bracket. And Pouille has able to neutralizes the big serve of Raonic, but it was not a easy match for him. As I have said in my previous post, Djokovic was given a free pass so he will be well rested. I'm not seeing Pouille getting over Djokovic though.

As for Nadal vs Tsitsipas, I'm expecting Tsitsipas to give Nadal everything he can handle. I remember the last time they fought in Roger Cup, I wouldn't say that Nadal has a easy win against him, but I'm expecting Tsitsipas to perform better this time against Rafa. I won't be surprised if he pulls through. Grin

So would you say this would consist of a five set game for Nadal to be able to overtake and go to the AO finals again?
If so will see what the books put up for an over on games and if the odds are good.
It might be a successful wagering option for a good hit if your wondering what to parlay your other matches with.

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Quote from: vennali on January 23, 2019, 03:36:33 PM

Wasn't expecting Raonic to lose to Lucas Pouille. Raonic played really well in the last few matches and after beating Wawrinka, I expecting him to reach at least Semis. fair play to Pouille though, countered Raonic's forehand quite easily. Nadal vs Tsitsipas next, I dont think Tsitsipas really has a chance. Considering that Nadal has one of the best top spin forehands. If he focuses on Tsitsipas's forehand it will be close to impossible for him to counter that, other than just slicing it. Federer had the same issue for a long time too, while facing Nadal. Its almost impossible to hit a topspin forehand when the ball is around and over the shoulder height. Going to be an interesting matchup for sure but should be another finals showing for Nadal.

So its going to be Pouille vs Djokovic in the other bracket. And Pouille has able to neutralizes the big serve of Raonic, but it was not a easy match for him. As I have said in my previous post, Djokovic was given a free pass so he will be well rested. I'm not seeing Pouille getting over Djokovic though.

As for Nadal vs Tsitsipas, I'm expecting Tsitsipas to give Nadal everything he can handle. I remember the last time they fought in Roger Cup, I wouldn't say that Nadal has a easy win against him, but I'm expecting Tsitsipas to perform better this time against Rafa. I won't be surprised if he pulls through. Grin

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Wasn't expecting Raonic to lose to Lucas Pouille. Raonic played really well in the last few matches and after beating Wawrinka, I expecting him to reach at least Semis. fair play to Pouille though, countered Raonic's forehand quite easily. Nadal vs Tsitsipas next, I dont think Tsitsipas really has a chance. Considering that Nadal has one of the best top spin forehands. If he focuses on Tsitsipas's forehand it will be close to impossible for him to counter that, other than just slicing it. Federer had the same issue for a long time too, while facing Nadal. Its almost impossible to hit a topspin forehand when the ball is around and over the shoulder height. Going to be an interesting matchup for sure but should be another finals showing for Nadal.

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Quote from: vella85 on January 21, 2019, 05:40:46 PM

Zverev lost badly to Raonic yesterday and just goes to show that he isn't ready to match it with the big boys just yet. We keep mentioning this here about the young talent but none seem to be able to beat the top players in Grand Slam tournaments. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Frances Tiafoe are the only two young guys left. Stefanos Tsitsipas has a very good chance to go through to the semi-final as he plays Roberto Bautista Agut in the quarter-final today who has had three 5 set matches in this tournament so far and even though Tsitsipas has also had four 4 set matches this tournament he should have the fresher legs and has a big chance at winning this match. The big match is tonight with Tiafoe taking on Nadal, now we will see if the young guy can match it with one of the greatest of all time.

Yeah, as expected, Zverez lost to Raonic and its seems he can't really get over that hump. And as we have said before, usually this young talents folded in big events such as this one. Raonic won over Lucas Pouille already. I/we have been talking about Tsitsipas several months back, although it sad to see Federer going out, but this boy has a lot of potential, might not be the next Federer, but he is showing good tennis, he just needs consistency (just like the rest of the young guns). Djokovic also advance after defeating Ken Nishikori as Ken was forced to retire due to injury.

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Zverev lost badly to Raonic yesterday and just goes to show that he isn't ready to match it with the big boys just yet. We keep mentioning this here about the young talent but none seem to be able to beat the top players in Grand Slam tournaments. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Frances Tiafoe are the only two young guys left. Stefanos Tsitsipas has a very good chance to go through to the semi-final as he plays Roberto Bautista Agut in the quarter-final today who has had three 5 set matches in this tournament so far and even though Tsitsipas has also had four 4 set matches this tournament he should have the fresher legs and has a big chance at winning this match. The big match is tonight with Tiafoe taking on Nadal, now we will see if the young guy can match it with one of the greatest of all time.

And Tsitsipas moves on to his first Grand Slam semis . Is he the next Federer or first Tsitsipas? He is just 20 years old and has got an overall play . He was down both in first set and third set but did well to come back and win

What a player!
Oh well , Tsitsipas did something which Zverev hasn't done yet . Really disappointed the way he played yesterday , not accepted , he played like its his first GS.

Not sure if he is the next Federer but we can see that he is going to be a top player. Tsitsipas biggest test will come on Thursday night when he faces Nadal who easily beat the young Tiafoe. I think Tiafoe needed this relaity check as to me it looked like he was getting a little over confident and now he has been brought back down to earth after this loss to Nadal. Tiafoe still has a lot to learn but the potential is there for him to be a top player.

I think that the biggest moment of the Australian Open was that he beat Federer. I don't think that he can do anything further and reach the final. Nadal is going to win in my opinion. Tsitsipas proved himself that he can be in Top5 easily and why not in the future chase the 1st place at the ladder. He is still young with bright future ahead.

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Quote from: rdbase on January 22, 2019, 11:03:54 PM

I have a feeling this will be the end of the road for Ranoic.
I can see Pouille beating him in five sets.
The last match he beat a healthy and quick Coric with some fancy shots around the net.
Can not count the french men out.

Saw this one coming cause Ranoic just has a big serve and doing it every single match wont last forever.
He does seem to always crack under the pressure in the later stages of the semifinals each and every year.
Pouille solved Ranoic serve and didnt expect him to return them back to Milos the way he was doing in the match.
What Ranoic was doing wasnt playing smart and Lucas shots were well placed through out the whole match.
I would like to see him play Nadal but first he will need to go up against Djokovic since Nishikori withdrew from the match in the second set.
He wasnt injured just the look of embarrassment losing so badly 6 - 1 and 4 - 1 were he just walked off the court.

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Quote from: absy on January 22, 2019, 12:27:48 AM

Quote from: vella85 on January 21, 2019, 05:40:46 PM

Zverev lost badly to Raonic yesterday and just goes to show that he isn't ready to match it with the big boys just yet. We keep mentioning this here about the young talent but none seem to be able to beat the top players in Grand Slam tournaments. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Frances Tiafoe are the only two young guys left. Stefanos Tsitsipas has a very good chance to go through to the semi-final as he plays Roberto Bautista Agut in the quarter-final today who has had three 5 set matches in this tournament so far and even though Tsitsipas has also had four 4 set matches this tournament he should have the fresher legs and has a big chance at winning this match. The big match is tonight with Tiafoe taking on Nadal, now we will see if the young guy can match it with one of the greatest of all time.

And Tsitsipas moves on to his first Grand Slam semis . Is he the next Federer or first Tsitsipas? He is just 20 years old and has got an overall play . He was down both in first set and third set but did well to come back and win

What a player!
Oh well , Tsitsipas did something which Zverev hasn't done yet . Really disappointed the way he played yesterday , not accepted , he played like its his first GS.

Not sure if he is the next Federer but we can see that he is going to be a top player. Tsitsipas biggest test will come on Thursday night when he faces Nadal who easily beat the young Tiafoe. I think Tiafoe needed this relaity check as to me it looked like he was getting a little over confident and now he has been brought back down to earth after this loss to Nadal. Tiafoe still has a lot to learn but the potential is there for him to be a top player.

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Big Rafa Nadal fan here but money is money, I will bet against him at the Australian Open, he will not go deep in my opinion.

I like the attitude and I wish I could be the same LOL

There are number of occasions I bet for my favorite team/player knowing that they have the chance to lose but I could not resist to bet against them. I know it does not make sense but I bet there are hundreds of people like me around.

This is the mentality which will not make you lose money on bets for a fraction +100 of an odd. What is the point of those bets? To win a little but if they lose you take a huge cut.

For reactorjuno. Nadal is raking through his opponents and just put away Tiafoe in straight sets.
I wouldnt bet against the one who made it to the finals last year to just lose it to an injured Federer in the end.
That was a big disappointment and alot of people lost alot of their money on that bet including myself.
Just when you think live betting is safe going into an injury timeout for Roger. Roll Eyes

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Quote from: vella85 on January 21, 2019, 05:40:46 PM

Zverev lost badly to Raonic yesterday and just goes to show that he isn't ready to match it with the big boys just yet. We keep mentioning this here about the young talent but none seem to be able to beat the top players in Grand Slam tournaments. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Frances Tiafoe are the only two young guys left. Stefanos Tsitsipas has a very good chance to go through to the semi-final as he plays Roberto Bautista Agut in the quarter-final today who has had three 5 set matches in this tournament so far and even though Tsitsipas has also had four 4 set matches this tournament he should have the fresher legs and has a big chance at winning this match. The big match is tonight with Tiafoe taking on Nadal, now we will see if the young guy can match it with one of the greatest of all time.

And Tsitsipas moves on to his first Grand Slam semis . Is he the next Federer or first Tsitsipas? He is just 20 years old and has got an overall play . He was down both in first set and third set but did well to come back and win

What a player!
Oh well , Tsitsipas did something which Zverev hasn't done yet . Really disappointed the way he played yesterday , not accepted , he played like its his first GS.

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Zverev lost badly to Raonic yesterday and just goes to show that he isn't ready to match it with the big boys just yet. We keep mentioning this here about the young talent but none seem to be able to beat the top players in Grand Slam tournaments. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Frances Tiafoe are the only two young guys left. Stefanos Tsitsipas has a very good chance to go through to the semi-final as he plays Roberto Bautista Agut in the quarter-final today who has had three 5 set matches in this tournament so far and even though Tsitsipas has also had four 4 set matches this tournament he should have the fresher legs and has a big chance at winning this match. The big match is tonight with Tiafoe taking on Nadal, now we will see if the young guy can match it with one of the greatest of all time.

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Quote from: rdbase on January 20, 2019, 01:38:47 PM

There has been alot of upsets in this Australian open as I just seen Roger Federer is out of the competition going down by Stefanos Tsitsipas the greek freak as the announcer put it before the match started yesterday.
I couldnt see it cause it was so early local time here but was shocked to see him out by Tsitsipas from his last match right before this one, he did not play all that great. And was getting very upset at himself during the match. I think from causing so many errors but managed to win the match after all this drama.
As the above member mentioned Tiafoe won and so did Bautista Agut against Cilic.

Even though Federer is one of my favourite players and that I wanted him to win but its good to see the young guys finally step up and start challenging the veterans. I wasn't all that surprised to be honest as Tsitsipas has been in good form in recently and he was just simply too good on the night. Right now its looking like this years AO is going to Nadal, this guy is in amazing form this tournament. That match against Berdych was simply amazing to watch, Berdych was smashed in all aspects of the game and then when he finally got it together it was all over. Nadal in my opinion is the man to beat right now.

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