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I think issue is Cillic himself, not that a non big 4 player won. I'd love to see some new winners, but that would require the younger generation to finally step up and take it. The wait continues.
Mid 2017 into 2018 we really ought to see the transition from the current era big 4 to the new generation taking over from mid 2018 (with Nadal, Djokovic and/or Murray still perhapd chipping in the odd grand slam title from that point). Mid 2019 to onwards it's out of the question that the present era big 4 of Djokovic, Murray and Nadal from then until beyond their mid 30's will still almost totally dominate and sharing almost all the grand slam titles, olympic singles golds and masters 1000 titles between them. To think that Nadal will be able to thrash all comers before almost every grand slam semi final at 33 years of age only losing to Murray or Djokovic at worst the way he did in his mid 20's would be ridiculous to say the least. Nobody has ever dominated that old in the open era after all. Murray and Djokovic will not be the overwhelming top 2 favourites for olympic singles gold in 2024. They'll be 37 then. |
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Sevastova backs up her win over Garbine by taking out Bondarenko in straights.
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There may possibly be a non big 4 winner in this US Open and/or perhaps the 2017 Aussie Open.
Mid 2017 into 2018 we really ought to see the transition from the current era big 4 to the new generation taking over from mid 2018 (with Nadal, Djokovic and/or Murray still perhapd chipping in the odd grand slam title from that point). Mid 2019 to onwards it's out of the question that the present era big 4 of Djokovic, Murray and Nadal from then until beyond their mid 30's will still almost totally dominate and sharing almost all the grand slam titles, olympic singles golds masters 1000 titles between them. To think that Nadal will be able to thrash all comers before almost every grand slam event at 33 years of age the way he did in his mid 20's would be ridiculous to say the least. ![]() It will happen when it happens and no sooner. People have been trying to pack off Serena into retirement for the last decade, but she keeps on winning. |
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Heather Watson through in the 1st round of Doubles with Michaella Ktajicek defeating 9th seeds Atawo & Spears
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I swear you keep all these saved to clipboard to copy and paste.
![]() It will happen when it happens and no sooner. People have been trying to pack off Serena into retirement for the last decade, but she keeps on winning. |
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I've already noticed more new names coming through in the last year in both men's and women's tennis. Ok, so they may not be in the top 10, but I see a lot with potential to be there in the future if they stay on the right track. I don't remember seeing that in previous years. Either that or I'm just paying more attention.
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Madison and Naomi almost accidentally playing with the men's tennis balls.
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I've already noticed more new names coming through in the last year in both men's and women's tennis. Ok, so they may not be in the top 10, but I see a lot with potential to be there in the future if they stay on the right track. I don't remember seeing that in previous years. Either that or I'm just paying more attention.
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Not exactly, the dates and ages change. He'll be right eventually.
![]() These posts get wheeled out during every grand slam and they are almost identical, just the slight changes as you say.
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My favourite thing about streaming tennis matches is when the stream just dies without warning and you've no idea whether it'll come back. Really adds to the fun
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I've already noticed more new names coming through in the last year in both men's and women's tennis. Ok, so they may not be in the top 10, but I see a lot with potential to be there in the future if they stay on the right track. I don't remember seeing that in previous years. Either that or I'm just paying more attention.
![]() The Woman's game isn't great with Serena dominating at her age, but at least there are some decent youngsters getting to slam semis and finals. There is the fact that things in a whole lot of sports are skewing older though, I do realise I'm as boring the other way on this subject as David is, and I've even spreadsheets about it to my eternal shame ![]() I just like fresh blood with a mix of the oldies staying around, it's not too much to ask is it? |
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Heather Watson through in the 1st round of Doubles with Michaella Ktajicek defeating 9th seeds Atawo & Spears
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The roof might help...
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Hopefully it's well reinforced!
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I'm a bit torn about this Konta match, I'd really like Bencic to do well after her injuries.
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Switching over from Keys-Osaka - two hit and hopers against each other doesn't make for pretty viewing.
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Only two forehand winners from Osaka
Obviously she's not being given a lot to work with, but I was expecting a bit more I think. Not over yet though.
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Poor from Keys, she gave that away.
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Socks teeth look like a gum shield boxers wear. Sock takes the 2nd.
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Konta in control. She has the break and her serve is untroubled.
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Konta comfortable. She breaks twice for a 5-2 lead.
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Rash returning from Bencic to gift Konta the set.
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Konta comfortable. She breaks twice for a 5-2 lead.
Is she a bigger star than the 'Queen of The North' that is, Naomi Broady? ![]() ![]()
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Obviously she's not being given a lot to work with, but I was expecting a bit more I think. Not over yet though.
