Think I just need to not ever back a French side. Doubles today, Herbert-Mahut blow a couple set points in the 1st set. Win the 2nd. Blown out in the super breaker. Should never have gone that far. French Brain is real.
Think I just need to not ever back a French side. Doubles today, Herbert-Mahut blow a couple set points in the 1st set. Win the 2nd. Blown out in the super breaker. Should never have gone that far. French Brain is real.
Only the Murray one was disappointing. The Sock pick was a straight fade of someone, so that's always iffy in the end and it wasn't a good match-up. But when guys are cold, you wanna ride against them!
Only the Murray one was disappointing. The Sock pick was a straight fade of someone, so that's always iffy in the end and it wasn't a good match-up. But when guys are cold, you wanna ride against them!
What is Nadals deal? How can the wheels fall off like they have? Injuries? Getting older? I just don't understand......guys like fed have declined a bit but Rafa is just a complete head scratcher ..... Yes I know he won Hamburg not too long ago but still not nearly the same force he Once was....
What is Nadals deal? How can the wheels fall off like they have? Injuries? Getting older? I just don't understand......guys like fed have declined a bit but Rafa is just a complete head scratcher ..... Yes I know he won Hamburg not too long ago but still not nearly the same force he Once was....
What is Nadals deal? How can the wheels fall off like they have? Injuries? Getting older? I just don't understand......guys like fed have declined a bit but Rafa is just a complete head scratcher ..... Yes I know he won Hamburg not too long ago but still not nearly the same force he Once was....
What is Nadals deal? How can the wheels fall off like they have? Injuries? Getting older? I just don't understand......guys like fed have declined a bit but Rafa is just a complete head scratcher ..... Yes I know he won Hamburg not too long ago but still not nearly the same force he Once was....
Nadal needs a coaching change. It's been said by many. Outside of the injuries and lack of confidence that came with them, his strategy in matches is stuck in the mud. When he's getting beat, he makes no changes to try and sway the momentum. Back in the day, that was okay because he was confidence and clearly the better talent more often than not.
That is not the case now. I think he has to take a long look at himself and his support team after this season. If he wants to remain in the mix as a top tier guy, he needs a new voice who has new ideas for him.
Federer is a perfect example. His career got stale for a couple years with early losses and similar lack of confidence issues. He brought on Edberg and it's added years to his career and kept him near the top. I don't know who would jive with Rafa, but it's clear Uncle Toni has no new ideas on how to help get him back where he wants to be.
Nadal needs a coaching change. It's been said by many. Outside of the injuries and lack of confidence that came with them, his strategy in matches is stuck in the mud. When he's getting beat, he makes no changes to try and sway the momentum. Back in the day, that was okay because he was confidence and clearly the better talent more often than not.
That is not the case now. I think he has to take a long look at himself and his support team after this season. If he wants to remain in the mix as a top tier guy, he needs a new voice who has new ideas for him.
Federer is a perfect example. His career got stale for a couple years with early losses and similar lack of confidence issues. He brought on Edberg and it's added years to his career and kept him near the top. I don't know who would jive with Rafa, but it's clear Uncle Toni has no new ideas on how to help get him back where he wants to be.
Nadal is a step slower now compared to the past. This is a huge thing in tennis. Watch a Nadal match now and watch a match from 5 years ago. Nadal of today is just a bit late to the spot and is often lunging for shots he normally was easily getting. This impacts his confidence because he knows he is a step slower and doesn't know what to do.
You mentioned Federer going through a stale patch. Actually it was Roger adjusting to the same thing. The difference is Roger's game is easier to adjust ,due to his style. Nadal's style will not work with the foot speed he has now.
For Rafa to stay in the mix he needs a huge overhaul in strategy and attitude. It will be so hard for him to get away from a strategy that has brought so much success. Rafa will need more emphasis on beefing up the serve and will need to hit flatter and play more inside the baseline.
Novak will go through the same issue in a few years. He is another guy who relies on speed . When he slows down 1 step you will see the same
Nadal is a step slower now compared to the past. This is a huge thing in tennis. Watch a Nadal match now and watch a match from 5 years ago. Nadal of today is just a bit late to the spot and is often lunging for shots he normally was easily getting. This impacts his confidence because he knows he is a step slower and doesn't know what to do.
You mentioned Federer going through a stale patch. Actually it was Roger adjusting to the same thing. The difference is Roger's game is easier to adjust ,due to his style. Nadal's style will not work with the foot speed he has now.
For Rafa to stay in the mix he needs a huge overhaul in strategy and attitude. It will be so hard for him to get away from a strategy that has brought so much success. Rafa will need more emphasis on beefing up the serve and will need to hit flatter and play more inside the baseline.
Novak will go through the same issue in a few years. He is another guy who relies on speed . When he slows down 1 step you will see the same
Hey EP,good to see you on here man. I used to follow all your stuff at S B R. I like covers a lot and it seems ppl on this site are more about working together than hurling insults left and right. Why did you decide to join covers. I really respect your wagering investments. Good to see you buddy!!
Hey EP,good to see you on here man. I used to follow all your stuff at S B R. I like covers a lot and it seems ppl on this site are more about working together than hurling insults left and right. Why did you decide to join covers. I really respect your wagering investments. Good to see you buddy!!
Well I keep trying against the Bryans. Anytime you get competent teams at big odds where it's going to end in a super breaker more often than not - worth a shot. 10-7 loss in the SB.
Well I keep trying against the Bryans. Anytime you get competent teams at big odds where it's going to end in a super breaker more often than not - worth a shot. 10-7 loss in the SB.
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