Is Federer back to his best? He's so fluid it's like watching oil play tennis.
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seashore | June 25, 2011 - 16:45
He loves Wimbledon, loves grass and loves adulation and although I greatly admire his tennis I prefer watching Nadal.....but that's just me.
It wouldn't surprise me if FedEx takes the title though as somehow he seems to stay in tip-top condition and relatively niggle-free.
alex_tomlin | June 25, 2011 - 19:41
He certainly loves the adulation. I may be doing him a disservice but I really can't stand him. Great player but one I love to see lose, whereas Nadal, Djokovic and Murray I would always be happy to see win. Tennis with a personality rather than Robo-Federer and his smug smile and range of poncey clothes.
Maybe I'm just too judgemental...?
seashore | June 26, 2011 - 07:23
Glad you said that Alex - I was trying not to be over-critical but if I'm honest I feel the same!
The other thing that annoys me is the way all the commentators and journalists `fawn' over him. He has been incredibly fortunate throughout his career to stay so injury-free (though the aforesaid bunch will argue it's because he's done `all the right things') and is not always gracious in defeat....I could go on, but won't.
So pleased I'm not alone in my views.
Geoffrey | June 26, 2011 - 07:57
Just noticed you FedEx comment. This is a national parcels delivery service and whatever else you have to say, Federer delivers!
seashore | June 26, 2011 - 16:01
You don't realise the seriousness of sport, Geoff - that's your problem!
Geoffrey | June 26, 2011 - 16:31
I've always had a problem with sport. It comes of being short sighted and having to play compulsory games at school. Nor was I any good at English, which I suppose is a contradicton in terms?
Foster Trecost (not verified) | June 27, 2011 - 20:33
He's certainly playing good this week, Rafa's hurt...Novak could be his biggest obstacle. We'll never have another final like 2008 - wow. For me, Federer will always be the best.
alex_tomlin | June 29, 2011 - 16:01
Haha! He's out! We are seriously considering naming our imminent baby Jo-Wilfreid to mark the occasion...
Foster Trecost (not verified) | June 29, 2011 - 20:01
Tsonga played some inspiring tennis today. I never wished him to miss a shot, but I wished Roger had made more of them.
I think RF has been a great champion, great for the sport, great for sports in general, but no one can appeal to everyone.
I'd rather pull for a player than against, but that's me.
Overthetop1 | July 1, 2011 - 23:32
I rather agree with Seashore and Alex re Fedex. I am really upset that Andy's out - but glad the winner is going to be Novak or Rafa.
They come acroos as somewhat more gracious to their opponents compared to Fed, who I felt - didn't give Tsonga the credit he deserved. Rafa - in conrast - couldn't say enough nice things about our Scots lad!