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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 11:08:17 GMT -5
Nole vs. Rafa.
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 11:14:06 GMT -5
Wish I were more excited about this final, but a couple of their matches this year pretty much put me to sleep.  It could be great, though.  |
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Post by lexpretend on Sept 12, 2011 14:55:02 GMT -5
I do care, because I'm rooting for Nole, and because a lot of the tennis they've played this year has been amazing, but tbh I'm kind of exhausted (of Slam tennis, and also generally), and I have 1500 words to write tonight, and I think I've come down with a cold. I'll probably watch it in the background.
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Post by Old Hag on Sept 12, 2011 14:56:38 GMT -5
In addition to the previous reasons I've mentioned, it doesn't help that I've seen the Big 3 + Muzza play 123142 times against each other.
Nor does the stupid f'ing Monday match for the 4th time. I hate you, USTA.
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:14:14 GMT -5
I had 3 hours of sleep last night, I doubt I will last til the end.
Even if Rafa fails miserably, the amount they both spend between the points will prolong this match considerably.
Just don't embarrass yourself, Rafa!
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:14:47 GMT -5
Rafa won a coin and elected to serve? New tactics!!
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 15:15:49 GMT -5
Looks like it's going to be a great atmosphere there, despite being a Monday afternoon match with persumably fewer noisy drunks in it!
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:20:00 GMT -5
Oh, tough hold for Rafa, in which Rafa actually hit a backhand winner!
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:26:11 GMT -5
Rafa breaks!!!
His tactics seem to be not to give any rhythm to Novak, he mixes his shots up all the time.
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 15:26:35 GMT -5
And an early break for Rafa!
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:28:06 GMT -5
Both of them can't get a 1st serve in.
Very shorts balls from Rafa and 0-30
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:30:54 GMT -5
1 1st serve in this game from Rafa, 1. Sad.
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:31:50 GMT -5
Rafa send a forehand long and Novak breaks on his 3rd break point.
At least Rafa went for it.
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:38:52 GMT -5
Oh, Rafa, Novak gives you 2 unforced errors, then 2 break points and still it's deuce?
Novak got his 1st serve back, so yeah, at least that goes for him.
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:40:53 GMT -5
That was a very nice volley, Rafa. Followed by Novak's Ace.
It seems like the longer Novak bounces the ball, the more chance he puts his 1st serve in.
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Post by Denise49IQ on Sept 12, 2011 15:42:39 GMT -5
These streams are fucking INFURIATTTINGGGGGGGGGGG. I can't find a decent one again. |
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:50:39 GMT -5
The wind is probably really strong right now. Rafa is struggling to hit through it, and both of them are hitting some weird shots. Break point for Novak Oh, Rafa |
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Post by Denise49IQ on Sept 12, 2011 15:51:44 GMT -5
Rafa, your backhand needs to clear the service line. Thanks.
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:53:51 GMT -5
"This match has breached the half hour mark already. "
LOL, they played just 5 games.
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 15:54:47 GMT -5
Rafa can't even hit a passing shot right now, there's no hope for him.
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Post by The Chloe on Sept 12, 2011 15:59:40 GMT -5
I plan on tuning in to this match after I watch an hour of Breaking Bad. They'll be part way through the second set at this point, perhaps?
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Post by lexpretend on Sept 12, 2011 16:02:35 GMT -5
Nole's dropshots  |
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Post by Lady on Sept 12, 2011 16:03:47 GMT -5
I plan on tuning in to this match after I watch an hour of Breaking Bad. They'll be part way through the second set at this point, perhaps? Nah, I don't see why Novak would bounce that ball a million times when he's won 10 games in a raw. Rafa is 0-40 for the 2nd time in this set. And Novak hit 2 drop shot winners in this one. |
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Post by lexpretend on Sept 12, 2011 16:05:09 GMT -5
It's almost like you know Rafa will be the one to crumble on the big points. And his BH is coping horribly with Novak constantly attacking it.
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 16:07:16 GMT -5
Rafa peaked slightly too early, in the first 2 games. Has no answers now. Please at least try to hit the ball deepish to give yourself a chance!
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 16:07:56 GMT -5
It's almost like you know Rafa will be the one to crumble on the big points. And his BH is coping horribly with Novak constantly attacking it. Yes. And who would've thought it just a year ago, when Rafa was the one who was God. |
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Post by DBBN on Sept 12, 2011 16:08:14 GMT -5
I beg to differ.
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 16:09:03 GMT -5
"He looks a little lost now, Nadal" -- commentator. Yes, Rafa has morphed into Amelie Mauresmo.
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Post by DBBN on Sept 12, 2011 16:09:14 GMT -5
Boy, at 5-3 40-15 on Saturday it looked like it would be just another year.
Now it truly will be one of The Greatest Years in the History of Tennis.
Sorry, Joana!
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Post by janie on Sept 12, 2011 16:09:34 GMT -5
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