2010 Australian Open ATP

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01-13-2010, 04:51 PM
Lawn Tennis

2010 Australian Open ATP

Make your prediction to who takes home the prize this time around.
01-14-2010, 03:36 PM
AlexLogan

Unless something very strange happens, Davydenko should win. But who knows, he may buckle under pressure in the big matches because he hasn't got a lot of experience going deep into the second week of a Slam. Right now he's the best player on the planet. I've never seen anyone come back from a bagel in the first set to oust Rafa. That said, Rafa does keep improving and he may pull it outta the hat. Djokovic and Delpo are outside favorites but I think their time is yet to come. Federer's days are numbered (his current form suggests he is 4th or 5th in the world). As for Murray, he hasn't got a hope in hell. He hasn't got enough firepower to take out all the big guys in a slam

There's probably too much competition at the top for the less consistent but equally talented players like Tsonga, Verdasco, Roddick, Soderling, Gonzo. However, I would like to see someone like Gonzo or Verdasco make a real run in one of the slams this year. Verdasco has buckets of talent that I reckon he could do anything Delpo achieves, but his temperament is the worst out of anyone in the Top 10 and he crumbles when the pressure's on. With Gonzo, again, he has even more power than Delpo and can obliterate anyone in the top 10 on his day, but he sometimes loses concentration and often tries to be too showy. When he gets going, you look at the opponent, be it Roger, or Davydenko, or Nadal, and you can see that they're stunned. They're demoralized, they can't stop the flow of winners and they are getting ripped apart. When he's on song, it's an awesome spectacle and it's a shame we've not seen that in the slams for a couple of years.

As much as I want the entertainment that Gonzo and Verdasco bring, I'm a Rafa fan through and through. I really really hope he defends his title
01-14-2010, 03:53 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by AlexLogan

Unless something very strange happens, Davydenko should win. But who knows, he may buckle under pressure in the big matches because he hasn't got a lot of experience going deep into the second week of a Slam. Right now he's the best player on the planet. I've never seen anyone come back from a bagel in the first set to oust Rafa. That said, Rafa does keep improving and he may pull it outta the hat. Djokovic and Delpo are outside favorites but I think their time is yet to come. Federer's days are numbered (his current form suggests he is 4th or 5th in the world). As for Murray, he hasn't got a hope in hell. He hasn't got enough firepower to take out all the big guys in a slam

There's probably too much competition at the top for the less consistent but equally talented players like Tsonga, Verdasco, Roddick, Soderling, Gonzo. However, I would like to see someone like Gonzo or Verdasco make a real run in one of the slams this year. Verdasco has buckets of talent that I reckon he could do anything Delpo achieves, but his temperament is the worst out of anyone in the Top 10 and he crumbles when the pressure's on. With Gonzo, again, he has even more power than Delpo and can obliterate anyone in the top 10 on his day, but he sometimes loses concentration and often tries to be too showy. When he gets going, you look at the opponent, be it Roger, or Davydenko, or Nadal, and you can see that they're stunned. They're demoralized, they can't stop the flow of winners and they are getting ripped apart. When he's on song, it's an awesome spectacle and it's a shame we've not seen that in the slams for a couple of years.

Nice summary Alex.

But wait a minute. In what way has Federer displayed much less than what is expected from a number 1 player? Let's see, in 2009 he took home two Slam trophies and was the runner-up in the other two slams! What more do you want from a number one player?
01-14-2010, 04:05 PM
AlexLogan

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

Nice summary Alex.

But wait a minute. In what way has Federer displayed much less than what is expected from a number 1 player? Let's see, in 2009 he took home two Slam trophies and was the runner-up in the other two slams! What more do you want from a number one player?

Since Wimbledon, I get the feeling that the competition is increasing. It's not just Nadal, Djokovic and occasionally Murray anymore. There's Del Potro, Soderling and the most dangerous of all, Davydenko. In the past he's been able to cruise through to the semis and then up his game to tackle the big rivals. Now he has to contend with players with more hunger to win and a wider variety of weapons. There's no way he's gonna fade away. He'll remain in the top 10 for a long time but I reckon there's going to be a big transition this year, the beginning of which we saw at the US open and the ATP finals.

It's not that noticeable, but I've sensed a change in the top 10. I might be completely wrong but I don't see him winning any of the non-Wimbledon slams this year.
01-14-2010, 04:31 PM
AlexLogan

How about this? Verdasco just beat Djokovic 6-1 6-2 at the Kooyong classic. Not looking good for Djokovic apparently, he was playing really badly. Not to say that he can't turn it around before Melbourne but it's looking ominous. Having said that, Verdasco (apparently) played out of his skin anyway and may have won even with Djokovic on top form. Now he's beaten Tsonga in the final 7-5 6-3 to win the cup.

Maybe Verdasco...just maybe...

(probably not, if we're honest)
01-15-2010, 04:02 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by AlexLogan

Since Wimbledon, I get the feeling that the competition is increasing. It's not just Nadal, Djokovic and occasionally Murray anymore. There's Del Potro, Soderling and the most dangerous of all, Davydenko. In the past he's been able to cruise through to the semis and then up his game to tackle the big rivals. Now he has to contend with players with more hunger to win and a wider variety of weapons. There's no way he's gonna fade away. He'll remain in the top 10 for a long time but I reckon there's going to be a big transition this year, the beginning of which we saw at the US open and the ATP finals.

It's not that noticeable, but I've sensed a change in the top 10. I might be completely wrong but I don't see him winning any of the non-Wimbledon slams this year.

much more acceptable answer :) still though, Fed cruised through the '09 uso and almost won. Del Po put up a heck of a fight then Fed choked. Prior to that in Cincinnati, he dominated everyone! i guess we'll see here pretty sool.
01-17-2010, 11:26 PM
Robyna

It's gotta be my man, Federer, I have my hopes for him winning. But seems like there will be many upsets so I guess the ship can sway in any direction.
01-18-2010, 11:09 AM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by Robyna

It's gotta be my man, Federer, I have my hopes for him winning. But seems like there will be many upsets so I guess the ship can sway in any direction.

I thought your man was Verdasco ;)

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Originally Posted by memejerommel2

Federer is always my Favorite

Favorite pick or favorite player?
01-18-2010, 06:05 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by memejerommel2

both, I always follow his games from his down to his rise.

cool. bandwagon fans are never serious :)
01-19-2010, 03:10 AM
Robyna

Haha :)

Nope, Fed's my idol forever. My support for him is undying and no other player can exceed that.
01-19-2010, 11:24 AM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by Robyna

Haha :)

Nope, Fed's my idol forever. My support for him is undying and no other player can exceed that.

Speaking of bandwagon fans ;) jk Wow did Fed look good closing out his first round match against Andreev!
01-19-2010, 10:23 PM
Robyna

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

Speaking of bandwagon fans ;) jk Wow did Fed look good closing out his first round match against Andreev!

Yes, yes he did! :) He gave me a scare in the first set though! Oh, and the third set was simply epic! Honestly, I though it would end at 3 sets to love and Andreev would be little a challenge, but man, he did quite well!
01-19-2010, 11:22 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by Robyna

Yes, yes he did! :) He gave me a scare in the first set though! Oh, and the third set was simply epic! Honestly, I though it would end at 3 sets to love and Andreev would be little a challenge, but man, he did quite well!

Tell me about it! Some of those shots Fed got to were unbelieveable. I'm jealous you are so close to the action right now ;)
01-20-2010, 02:51 AM
Robyna

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

Tell me about it! Some of those shots Fed got to were unbelieveable. I'm jealous you are so close to the action right now ;)

AHAHA!:D
Yes, I'm so excited that the tennis season is back here in Australia!

Oh well, don't worry it'll be back in the US soon enough! (;
01-20-2010, 12:48 PM
AlexLogan

Soderling = epic fail = LOL!
01-21-2010, 01:09 AM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by AlexLogan

Soderling = epic fail = LOL!

Yeah, certain players can just take him part (Nadal not being one of them).
01-21-2010, 05:04 PM
AlexLogan

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

Yeah, certain players can just take him part (Nadal not being one of them).

Soderling was just enjoying a lucky streak mid to late last year. I haven't heard about a top 10 mens player crashing out in the 1st round of a Slam for a long time. Actually Nadal ripped Soderling apart in their most recent meeting.
01-22-2010, 04:02 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by AlexLogan

Soderling was just enjoying a lucky streak mid to late last year. I haven't heard about a top 10 mens player crashing out in the 1st round of a Slam for a long time. Actually Nadal ripped Soderling apart in their most recent meeting.

But not on clay ;)
01-23-2010, 08:31 AM
AlexLogan

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

But not on clay ;)

So you're implying that if they play again on clay Soderling's gonna win?!

I don't think so. ;)
01-23-2010, 04:57 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by AlexLogan

So you're implying that if they play again on clay Soderling's gonna win?!

I don't think so. ;)

Nadal should win, but prior to the match, he would definitely have a knot in his stomach.
01-23-2010, 05:00 PM
AlexLogan

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

Nadal should win, but prior to the match, he would definitely have a knot in his stomach.

Nadal would win hands down. The French Open '09 debacle won't be repeated.
01-23-2010, 08:09 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by AlexLogan

Nadal would win hands down. The French Open '09 debacle won't be repeated.

lol, ok :)
01-24-2010, 07:32 PM
Lawn Tennis

Wow we are in for a match.. Verdasco vs Davydenko!!!
01-24-2010, 10:46 PM
03White

IK! Davydenko's up a set while I'm writing this 3-4 luv in verdasco's favor.

Wozniacki's out btw
01-25-2010, 03:23 PM
clock-

I'm pulling an all nighter to watch this Nadal Murray match tonight. Hopefully it'll be worth driving downtown in a sleep deprived stupor tomorrow morning.
01-25-2010, 03:59 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by clock-

I'm pulling an all nighter to watch this Nadal Murray match tonight. Hopefully it'll be worth driving downtown in a sleep deprived stupor tomorrow morning.

Oh i think it will be. I'm excited for the Davydenko/ Federer match tomorrow! Nikolay is still looking good.. should be able to beat Federer if he plays his best. If Federer brings his A-game, we will be in for an epic match! On that note, I'm going to pick Federer as the winner in straights. And I think Andy Murray will make it through tonight in 4. What do you people think?
01-25-2010, 03:59 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by 03White

IK! Davydenko's up a set while I'm writing this 3-4 luv in verdasco's favor.

Wozniacki's out btw

Wozniacki seems injury prone.
01-25-2010, 05:05 PM
MagnusEffect

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Originally Posted by Lawn Tennis

Wozniacki seems injury prone.

Of course she does - so does Nadal. Their game plan is exactly the same. Either she has to hit more winners (which she can - need i remind you of Doha?) or come to the net more often (which she was doing, until Li Na offed her) otherwise she will most likely have to retire by her mid 20's.
01-25-2010, 06:50 PM
Lawn Tennis

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Originally Posted by MagnusEffect

Of course she does - so does Nadal. Their game plan is exactly the same. Either she has to hit more winners (which she can - need i remind you of Doha?) or come to the net more often (which she was doing, until Li Na offed her) otherwise she will most likely have to retire by her mid 20's.

Nadal is stubborn about his style. But hey, it works for now so can anyone blame him. As for Wozniacki - i think her problem is that she is still young. Once she gets closer to her prime, i would imagine her body will tolerate the abusive and tedious style.