Davydenko First to Semi's
Boy does this guy show up for Slams or what? Granted he had an easy draw, but even so he demolished Haas today and even that surprised me a bit.
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September 05, 2007
Serena Williams Interview Transcript
For all of you to read and comment on.
Serena Williams - Classless?
Looks like Serena's post match interview last night did not sit so well with members of the media. I read the transcript and agree it was poor sportsmanship for sure. But it did not in the least bit surprise me. I've seen that from Serena before, so it's old news. Some athletes are so full of self-confidence that it translates into cockiness as is the case here with Serena. In hockey one of my favourite players growing up, Patrick Roy, was very similar. It's part of their persona and I think that is part of what makes them great players....that they truly believe they are great. That only a poor performance on their part will allow the other player or team to achieve victory.
I think the media is blowing this one out of proportion. Yes Serena was a poor loser, but that cocky attiude is part of her personality, part of her game, and I don't think we should expect it to change.
Quarter Finalists Set
Down to the final 8 already at the US Open on the men's side. I went 5 for 8 with my fantasy tennis pics, chosing correctly with Federer, Roddick, Davydenko, Djokovic and Ferrer (my wildcard). Went wrong with Blake, Gonzalez and Youzhny. In hindsight I really wouldn't have made any changes. I had contemplated taking Moya, but figured a younger player would outlast him in a best of five. I thought Chela could be an upset pick in his quarter with bigger names like Gonzo, Safin and Ljubicic all struggling. Problem is, I've never been impressed with Chela's game. I knew I could have flipped a coin with Haas/Blake, but thought James was coming in so strong that he should have momentum on his side. Well he had his chances, with three match points. I didn't go with Nadal just because ever since I saw him live in Montreal last month he just did not look 100%. Far from it in fact. Think the kid should take some time off to heal up properly. I don't see Nadal having a long career like an Agassi the way he plays. Too rough on his body.
Looking forward to Roddick/Federer tonight, although it would be a major upset should Andy find a way to win. Haas and Davydenko could be another five set gem, although I think the Russian is probably much more rested than the German and should pull through in four. Djokovic will take care of Moya in my opinion, despite the fact he was bounced by Moya in Cincy last month. I'm taking Ferrer over Chela, and easily at that. This guys has quietly built himself quite a season on both clay and hard courts. Very impressed with him lately.
I'd love to hear how everyone else has done with their fantasy pics at the Open. Leave a message!
September 04, 2007
Ernests Gulbis
An article I found on the Montreal Gazette's webpage about Ernests Gulbis. Just a short blurb really. Never heard of this guy before, and Carlos Moya finally put an end to his best run in a slam today.
September 02, 2007
Fernando Gonzalez
A quick article on Gonzo's dissapointing summer swing. Never thought this guy would lose to Teimuraz Gabashvili. What a fall from the top.
US Open Midterm Grades
Here is Jon Wertheim's midterm report card at the Open.
