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Post by janie on Mar 10, 2006 13:44:58 GMT -5
Guga has WC into Miami! as posted in Miami thread in WC article
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Post by Lee on Mar 10, 2006 13:55:01 GMT -5
With the rate Guga withdrawing from tournaments, I will wait until he shows up on court to play a match before any
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Post by janie on Mar 10, 2006 17:48:41 GMT -5
Oh. My apologies for the premature banana dance! But I hope it will turn out to be a justified dance.
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Post by Brinyi on Mar 13, 2006 19:39:06 GMT -5
Lee was right. Guga has withdrawn from Miami and Davis Cup. The hip.
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Post by Lee on Mar 14, 2006 0:37:05 GMT -5
Lee was right. Guga has withdrawn from Miami and Davis Cup. The hip. How I wish I was wrong www2.uol.com.br/tenisbrasil/diaadia/ult138u26669.htmAccording to the translation of a Brasilian fan: Guga won't play Miami and Davis Cup. He's going to the U.S. to go under some treatment to improve the stability on his hips. He should stay there for a few weeks. He didn't want to specify a date for his return, so we don't know whether he's playing in Valencia (I don't think so, because it's on the week after DC). What he said: "I still don't feel well enough to compete. I improved a lot in the last months, in a lot of aspects, but I still need to find more stability on my hips. It's a detail that is missing." "I still have the goal of returning to my previous level and I'll keep working on it and fighting for it. The faster I can come back, the better. But in the moment I'm completely focused on this work, because I believe I can compete again at a high level."
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Post by Lee on Mar 14, 2006 0:39:53 GMT -5
And the Brazil DC team is falling apart. Guga is out. Saretta withdrew from Sunrise because of groin injury. Sá retired today in Ecuador challenger. Mello is not playing recently due to injury too. Meligeni doesn't have a choice and will very likely include Marcos Daniel in the DC team.
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Post by Brinyi on Mar 14, 2006 0:47:14 GMT -5
"I'm completely focused on this work, because I believe I can compete again at a high level." So do we! (cough)
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Post by janie on Mar 14, 2006 13:08:42 GMT -5
I wonder what it's like to have unstable hips? This is a new one on me. Like, does your leg swing out sideways instead of forward when you try to walk? Or each leg heads in a different direction? That could really be a problem for an athlete!
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Post by janie on Mar 22, 2006 18:51:18 GMT -5
Eugene L. Scott By Tennis Week 03/23/2006
The passing of Tennis Week founder and publisher Eugene L. Scott from heart disease on Monday evening has prompted an outpouring of love, support, condolences and tributes from Scott's friends, colleagues and readers.
Tennis Week has established Eugene L Scott.com as the official web site to honor his life, work and memory. We are in the process of transferring all of the tributes written by Gene's friends, colleagues and readers to the that site. Please feel free to post your thoughts and memories of Gene Scott on Eugene L Scott.com or email Richard@TennisWeek.com and we will eventually repost all of these thoughtful, heartfelt tributes to Eugene L Scott.com. Thank you.
"As a player, promoter, journalist and ardent supporter of the great sport of tennis, Gene Scott brought so much to our world and we all are better for having worked with him to grow the sport. He challenged the way we look at tennis and pushed us to make the sport better for everyone. Gene will be missed and our thoughts and prayers are with Polly and Gene's family." — Billie Jean King, Hall of Famer and friend
"It is with deep sorrow that we learned of the death of Mr. Eugene L. Scott. All of us remember fruitful cooperation with Mr. Scott for 10 ATP Kremlin Cup tournaments (1990-1999) starting from its foundation. Please accept our condolences over the loss of a man whose work and personality have contributed so much to the development of tennis all over the world. Also, please pass our sincere sympathy to his family." — Shamil Tarpischev, President of Russian Tennis Federation, Russian Davis Cup and Fed Cup captain
"To Gene, You were the most important person in my life: friend, mentor, inspiration and an example to live by. You never ceased to amaze me with your wit, spirit, integrity and class. You taught me so much about life and business — you gave me a ticket to survival in New York. I called you my God Father; you laughed, but we both knew it was true. I want to thank you for everything you’ve done for me and for my family. I want to thank you for believing in Russia and its people, for your heart capable of curing troubles of so many people around the world. I love you, and I miss you. My thoughts are with Polly, Lucy and Sam, and with all those who were lucky to have you as a friend." — Vica (Vinogradova) Miller, friend, former Tennis Week staffer and Kremlin Cup Advertising Director
"It is with great sadness that we recognize the passing of Gene Scott. A tennis icon, he touched the game in every possible way — as a player, as an advocate, and as the publisher and founder of Tennis Week. His views on tennis were always respected, and on a personal note, I greatly appreciated his advice and insight into many issues, including our recent investment in the Pacific Life Open. His passion and enthusiasm for the game were unparalleled, whether on or off the court. Many of us in the USTA family, including myself, were lucky to call him a friend. He will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers are with his family."— Franklin Johnson, Chairman of the Board and President, USTA, on behalf of the USTA Family
"The Intercollegiate Tennis Association extends its deepest sympathies to Gene's family, colleagues and friends. We are stunned and deeply saddened to learn of his passing. He was a unique figure in the world of tennis, a great player, writer, publisher, promoter, contrarian, and an extraordinarily creative force — a passionate and uncompromising advocate for the sport of tennis, at all levels and all seasons of the game. Our world of college tennis has been incredibly fortunate to have benefited from his encouragement and steadfast support over so many special years. We will all miss Gene terribly."— ITA Executive Director and friend David A. Benjamin
"It's impossible to figure out where to start. We've lost a wonderful loyal friend who always gave us the benefit of 'straight talk', whether we liked to hear it or not. Gene was one of the few sources of straight talk and objectivity in discussing our sport. I loved discussing things with Gene, sometimes agreeing and often times expressing much different points of view. You could always be assured that he was giving you his real thoughts. I have always admired his complete intellectual honesty as the tennis ombudsman that we so needed. Can anyone replace his 'voice' with so much knowledge and the courage to speak out? What a loss to each of us who called him a friend and also to the sport we love!!"— Ray Benton, President KSB Ventures and friend
"I can't think of anyone in the history of tennis as versed or knowledgeable in every discipline as Gene Scott. He is absolutely one of the reasons that there is a Tennis Channel, as at a time when many in the other media businesses were worried about building a competitor, Gene and a small handful of people were worried about getting more tennis on television. His personality, knowledge, perspectives and opinions, were revered in the industry. He was a fountain of truth, an ambassador of all that was right about the sport and a person who's legacy is as large as any will ever be. He was sophisticated and worldly yet incredibly humble and inclusive. On a personal note, he was a great friend who I was fortunate to spend countless hours with. Those hours will be some of my most cherished. Love and peace be with everyone impacted by this tragedy."— Steve Bellamy, Tennis Channel founder and friend
"Gene was someone who was so vibrant you were certain would outlive and outplay us all. He was such a giant in the tennis world, but more like a big brother in our not-so-little corner of it."— Lloyd Emmanuel, teaching pro, friend and hitting partner to Gene Scott
"Gene was that rare kind of person, whom once you met, you realize that he influenced your whole life, in an incredibly positive way. I was always proud to have known him, and considered him my teacher — not only in tennis, but also in the world of humans, of which he was the greatest. My deepest condolences to his family."— Alexander Vainshteyn, former Moscow Kremlin Cup Director and Publisher of The Moscow News
"I am deeply saddened by the unexpected death of a dear friend and tennis partner and offer my sympathies to you. Gene and I teamed up last July to win the National Public Parks Championship at Stamford, Connecticut. The evening before, Gene gave a brilliant speech called 'Bricks and Bouquets', which was part constructive criticism and part praise for the public parks program. He laced his speech with his unique style of humor and wit. Gene was a wonderful friend, a fantastic partner and will be sorely missed." — Lou Monte, friend and doubles partner
"Gene was a tennis giant, and his death leaves a huge void. I worry about the health and well-being of our sport, and this tragic event makes me worry even more because Gene's voice of reason and creativity and fairness will no longer be heard." — Paul Fein, Tennis Week contributing writer
"I always had so much respect for Gene Scott because he did it all in the tennis world — world class player, U.S. Davis Cup team member, tournament director, writer, publisher, agent, TV commentator, etc. His love and passion for Davis Cup and for the history and traditions of the game are to be admired. I hope the tennis world will keep his spirit alive and will continue to remember what he stood for and what he contributed to the sport."— Randy Walker, Former USTA PR Manager and 1991 Tennis Week intern.
"Indeed, a sad time in the tennis world... and beyond. Gene was a titan of our sport, and will be dearly missed on so many levels. My thoughts are with all on his staff, family..." — Joel Drucker, author, commentator and Tennis Week contributor
"Gene Scott was a singular light and exceptional voice. A gifted wordsmith, he wrote with gravitas and conscience about our wonderful but often perplexing sport. Father, athlete, businessman: he created an inspired path in tennis, which touched so many. His wit and wisdom will always be with us. Our thoughts, love and prayer are with his family and our friends at Tennis Week." — Bill Simons, publisher of Inside Tennis
"I will miss your words in Vantage Point. You were a man of vision and depth. You were thoughtful, intelligent and a very fair and honest man. Your words of Wisdom and Truth were a very special gift to all of us who were fortunate to have read them. God Bless you and your family." — Patty Young, Tennis Week reader
"The shocking news of the passing of Eugene L. Scott was beyond description. Gene was and will always remain a tennis industry giant. Few in tennis will ever be able to accomplish what he did as a player, promoter, journalist, leader and friend of the game. With his polished demeanor and erudite vernacular one might be initially daunted. However quickly after spending some time with Gene Scott, you realized how down-to-earth and modest a man he was. He was most supportive to me in a new broadcast career. Gene could take someone small and make him feel big. That's what he did for me. Being invited by Gene Scott to be part of his seven-member journalist crew to cover the 2003 Fed Cup in Moscow will forever be a cherished memory. He was respected and feared. Everyone knew that Gene wouldn’t allow substandard to go un-addressed. Damn it Gene, we were counting on you to influence us for another two or more decades! We miss you. We love you man."— Dave "Koz" Kozlowski, host The Tennis Channel's "Inside Tennis with The Koz"
"We have just heard the news about Eugene Scott. Would you please pass on, in the name of the whole Guga team, all our sorrow for the loss to his family and also express the respect we have for what he has done for the sport, especially with Tennis Week magazine, one of the most respectful and insightful publications in tennis. Thank you." — Diana Gabanyi, communications director for Guga Kuerten [the only current player whose name I've seen so far in these tributes]
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Post by Brinyi on Mar 22, 2006 19:06:02 GMT -5
I'm relieved to see that Guga still has enough money to employ Diana.
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Post by janie on Mar 22, 2006 19:21:49 GMT -5
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Post by janie on Mar 22, 2006 19:23:07 GMT -5
Hey, if Guga does run out of money & starts selling off his trophies like Borg, let's all pool our $ and buy one of those RG ones!
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Post by Brinyi on Mar 22, 2006 19:28:46 GMT -5
Hey, if Guga does run out of money & starts selling off his trophies like Borg, let's all pool our $ and buy one of those RG ones! Deal! ;D I remember a noted Guga hater once claimed that Guga's reputation as a nice guy was only because of Diana's fabrications as his publicist.
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Post by janie on Mar 23, 2006 14:41:57 GMT -5
Just looked at the Gene Scott tribute page again -- nice to see one current ATP player weighing in (and not via a publicist!): Max Mirnyi.
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Post by Lee on Mar 25, 2006 0:36:53 GMT -5
and where are the American players?
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Post by Lee on Mar 25, 2006 0:38:19 GMT -5
Hey, if Guga does run out of money & starts selling off his trophies like Borg, let's all pool our $ and buy one of those RG ones! Deal! ;D I remember a noted Guga hater once claimed that Guga's reputation as a nice guy was only because of Diana's fabrications as his publicist. Are you saying Diana slept with all those ATP players who say good thing about Guga? ;D
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Post by janie on Mar 25, 2006 11:46:10 GMT -5
and where are the American players? Not one current US player , but Patrick McEnroe weighed in, as did BJK (who I bet had a real struggle leaving out any mention of "World TeamTennis" in her remarks!)
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Post by Brinyi on Mar 30, 2006 15:01:28 GMT -5
Guga has turned down a WC for Valencia. He is still in the USA getting his unstable hip treated, and has given no date of expected return.
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Post by Lee on Mar 30, 2006 22:39:09 GMT -5
And he may not play RG :bigcry:
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Post by janie on Mar 31, 2006 13:44:42 GMT -5
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Post by janie on Mar 31, 2006 13:45:25 GMT -5
This thread should be really called Guga's Nursing Home or something.
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Post by janie on Apr 3, 2006 6:46:47 GMT -5
and where are the American players? Not one current US player , but Patrick McEnroe weighed in, as did BJK (who I bet had a real struggle leaving out any mention of "World TeamTennis" in her remarks!) Update: One more current player added a tribute to Gene: Brinyi's favorite human being, Justin Gimelstob. Classy! :lust:
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Post by Brinyi on Apr 25, 2006 7:58:55 GMT -5
Guga is still getting treatments for his unstable hip. He says it's too soon to say when he'll be back or if he will be ready for RG.
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Post by Lee on Apr 25, 2006 13:53:16 GMT -5
He's preparing to return in Stuttgart and will play either Kitzbuehel or Umag.
Also, there's rumor of 3rd hip surgery.
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Post by Brinyi on Apr 25, 2006 14:19:38 GMT -5
How depressing.
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Post by janie on Apr 28, 2006 19:10:32 GMT -5
Oh no! Poor Guga.
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Post by Brinyi on May 8, 2006 20:08:57 GMT -5
/me adds that his new physio is Nilton "Filé" Petroni, best known for his work as Ronaldo's personal trainer.
INJURED KUERTEN OUT OF FRENCH OPEN
Former French Open champion Gustavo Kuerten will miss this year's event because of a persistent hip problem.
The 29-year-old Brazilian, who has won three titles at Roland Garros, has not played since Costa Do Sauipe in February - his only tournament of 2006 - due to the injury.
Kuerten has slipped down to 355th in the rankings as a result and admits the injury will not have healed in time for the grand slam at the end of the month, although he does not think he will be missed in Paris.
"Leaving (Rafael) Nadal aside, the other guys who are there have already faced me in the past," he said in a press conference.
However, the fall down the rankings is a worry to the former world number one.
"I'm sure that, if I were fine, I could be in the top 10 again," he added.
Kuerten, who was set to receive a wildcard for the French Open, will now undergo a course of intensive treatment in a bid to be back on the courts in July.
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Post by Lee on May 8, 2006 20:12:53 GMT -5
/me adds that his new physio is Nilton "Filé" Petroni, best for his work as Ronaldo's personal trainer. INJURED KUERTEN OUT OF FRENCH OPEN Former French Open champion Gustavo Kuerten will miss this year's event because of a persistent hip problem. The 29-year-old Brazilian, who has won three titles at Roland Garros, has not played since Costa Do Sauipe in February - his only tournament of 2006 - due to the injury. Kuerten has slipped down to 355th in the rankings as a result and admits the injury will not have healed in time for the grand slam at the end of the month, although he does not think he will be missed in Paris. "Leaving (Rafael) Nadal aside, the other guys who are there have already faced me in the past," he said in a press conference. However, the fall down the rankings is a worry to the former world number one. "I'm sure that, if I were fine, I could be in the top 10 again," he added. Kuerten, who was set to receive a wildcard for the French Open, will now undergo a course of intensive treatment in a bid to be back on the courts in July. Guga has to be the most 'positive thinking' kind of guy to endure all these surgeries, rehabs, come backs, etc.
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Post by Brinyi on May 8, 2006 20:20:13 GMT -5
Indeed. He is still hoping for a July return but Filé says the most important thing is not to rush things. "From what I see today, this is certainly the most difficult case I've ever taken on. But I believe with absolute certainty that Guga will again play as he did when he was on top." -- Filé
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Post by Brinyi on May 8, 2006 20:25:51 GMT -5
Filé also says that what makes this case so challenging is that Guga had to make unnatural movements to compensate after his first surgery, which caused problems in other parts of his body. So he will have to work on an overall recovery program, not just the hip.
Filé will give Guga a complete examination this week to determine the course of treatment. The intensive therapy will be 8 to 10 hours a day.
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