Comments on: GTT BEST OF: TOP TENNIS OF 2009 http://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/ Tennis blog. Tennis news. Tennis gossip. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:22:12 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Ninahttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12137 Nina Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:28:14 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12137 On the Menstennisforums.com won Rafael Nadal def. Novak Djokovic in the Madrid Open semifinals: 3-6, 7-6(5), 7-6(9). It was also my favourite match and very nerve-wracking. I'm just sad that Novak lost it, but both played deluxe tennis that day. It was like watching a final of a grand slam. On the Menstennisforums.com won Rafael Nadal def. Novak Djokovic in the Madrid Open semifinals: 3-6, 7-6(5), 7-6(9).
It was also my favourite match and very nerve-wracking. I’m just sad that Novak lost it, but both played deluxe tennis that day. It was like watching a final of a grand slam.

]]> By: Alice Marblehttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12122 Alice Marble Thu, 10 Dec 2009 02:59:42 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12122 Terrific post, freaky! Thanks especially for the footage from Rafa/Nando at the Aussie Open, which I totally missed. I played it on my new laptop with my husband leaning over my shoulder and we were riveted! That was Some Hot Shotmaking. Terrific post, freaky! Thanks especially for the footage from Rafa/Nando at the Aussie Open, which I totally missed. I played it on my new laptop with my husband leaning over my shoulder and we were riveted! That was Some Hot Shotmaking.

]]> By: lk28http://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12113 lk28 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:39:30 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12113 I loved the list, and all the comments, especially Judy's. This year was definitely a roller-coaster ride for Fed fans. It took me weeks to recover from the AO final. I had Davis Cup tickets for U.S. v. Switzerland, which I bought to see Roger in person and then had to swallow. This was followed by his mediocre play in the March U.S. hardcourt tournaments (the smashed racquet!). But then: the wedding! Madrid!! PARIS!!! WIMBLEDON!!!! TWINS!!!!! I agree with ff that the win in Paris was the emotional high point of the year, followed closely by #15 at Wimbledon. The interesting thing to me is how much Fed struggled in all of his tournaments this year, except for Madrid and Cincinnati, where he played his best tennis IMO. He WILLED himself to victory in Paris and in the Wimby final. I think it's clear that he no longer has all of the on-court magic he once had. It will be interesting to see how he fares in 2010. I foresee more nail-biting and peeking between fingers for Fedophiles next year. On the women's side, I admit that I didn't watch as much. My favorite matches were the Serena-Elena semi at Wimbledon, and Oudin's defeat of Dementieva at the USO (which I saw in person, although from the nose-bleed section). With a lot of new young players and Henin and Clijsters back in the mix, I think women's tennis will be more interesting in 2010 and I expect to watch it more. I loved the list, and all the comments, especially Judy’s. This year was definitely a roller-coaster ride for Fed fans. It took me weeks to recover from the AO final. I had Davis Cup tickets for U.S. v. Switzerland, which I bought to see Roger in person and then had to swallow. This was followed by his mediocre play in the March U.S. hardcourt tournaments (the smashed racquet!). But then: the wedding! Madrid!! PARIS!!! WIMBLEDON!!!! TWINS!!!!!
I agree with ff that the win in Paris was the emotional high point of the year, followed closely by #15 at Wimbledon. The interesting thing to me is how much Fed struggled in all of his tournaments this year, except for Madrid and Cincinnati, where he played his best tennis IMO. He WILLED himself to victory in Paris and in the Wimby final. I think it’s clear that he no longer has all of the on-court magic he once had. It will be interesting to see how he fares in 2010. I foresee more nail-biting and peeking between fingers for Fedophiles next year.
On the women’s side, I admit that I didn’t watch as much. My favorite matches were the Serena-Elena semi at Wimbledon, and Oudin’s defeat of Dementieva at the USO (which I saw in person, although from the nose-bleed section). With a lot of new young players and Henin and Clijsters back in the mix, I think women’s tennis will be more interesting in 2010 and I expect to watch it more.

]]> By: judyhttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12111 judy Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:53:54 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12111 elena has come a long way. i was impressed by her serve, b/c she worked hard on it and yes, the wta had many serving woes this year. it was nice to see someone not double faulting all the time, like she used to. i also found it to be impressive b/c serena is such a strong returner. come on elena d! starting with AO, this year, tennis had so many feel good stories and moments, which showed how phenomenal athletes can have world class battles along with great sportsmanship and friendly rivalries. i do like that rog puts it out there. i'm sure he'd prefer to be in the locker room with his emotions, but i agree that he lets us see what he's really feeling. it makes him all the more likable and human. elena has come a long way. i was impressed by her serve, b/c she worked hard on it and yes, the wta had many serving woes this year. it was nice to see someone not double faulting all the time, like she used to. i also found it to be impressive b/c serena is such a strong returner. come on elena d!

starting with AO, this year, tennis had so many feel good stories and moments, which showed how phenomenal athletes can have world class battles along with great sportsmanship and friendly rivalries. i do like that rog puts it out there. i’m sure he’d prefer to be in the locker room with his emotions, but i agree that he lets us see what he’s really feeling. it makes him all the more likable and human.

]]> By: judyhttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12110 judy Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:13:20 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12110 i might have to go find that rick reilly piece and the fed 15 atp tribute. those were some of the best fed related vids ever! i might have to go find that rick reilly piece and the fed 15 atp tribute. those were some of the best fed related vids ever!

]]> By: judyhttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12109 judy Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:56:16 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12109 thank you! this made my day. fed's FO victory, graceful slow mows, tears, mac interview, all great stuff! thank you! this made my day. fed’s FO victory, graceful slow mows, tears, mac interview, all great stuff!

]]> By: DetectiveLydhttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12107 DetectiveLyd Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:41:32 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12107 Awesome list! I've gotta say I agree with ATP on the best match of the year, but then I'm biased since that was the first Wimbledon I actually went to and watched the match from the hill. Although the fifth set definitely was horrific emotional torture, it did make it all the better when Feds finally won! The epic celebration after that was even worth getting the worst sunburn of my life sitting out there all day :P Awesome list! I’ve gotta say I agree with ATP on the best match of the year, but then I’m biased since that was the first Wimbledon I actually went to and watched the match from the hill. Although the fifth set definitely was horrific emotional torture, it did make it all the better when Feds finally won!

The epic celebration after that was even worth getting the worst sunburn of my life sitting out there all day :P

]]> By: JFkhttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12105 JFk Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:37:55 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12105 Here's a video with footage from the trophy ceremony and McEnroe's interview, it's lovely I hope everyone can watch it :) Game Set history http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF_g7sSk5Lg Here’s a video with footage from the trophy ceremony and McEnroe’s interview, it’s lovely I hope everyone can watch it :)
Game Set history

]]> By: freakyfriteshttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12104 freakyfrites Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:27:16 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12104 Oh and thanks for the correction on the semi and final scheduling. I knew it was a short turnaround for Rafa, but I guess it wasn't *that* short! I fixed it. Oh and thanks for the correction on the semi and final scheduling. I knew it was a short turnaround for Rafa, but I guess it wasn’t *that* short! I fixed it.

]]> By: freakyfriteshttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12103 freakyfrites Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:26:19 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12103 Hi Judy! Thanks for your review! Love this line: "elena’s serve and groundstrokes, so good" Did you ever think you'd write that Elena's serve was actually good! I think it was decent during this match but perhaps the serving problems of the rest of the field have just made her own yips less apparent! Maybe it's contagious! I really would love to see her win a slam - she's gotta do it soon, though. This year, I fear, was her big chance. I agree we had some great trohy ceremonies this year. My fave, obviously was the French Open. And Kim winning the US Open. Obviously the AO trophy ceremony was a huge deal - rarely do those events have so much meaning. Of course credit goes to Rafa for being so gracious and trying to comfort Rog. But I also admire Rog, in some ways, for letting the emotions flow. It's special that we get to see that. Hi Judy!

Thanks for your review! Love this line: “elena’s serve and groundstrokes, so good” Did you ever think you’d write that Elena’s serve was actually good! I think it was decent during this match but perhaps the serving problems of the rest of the field have just made her own yips less apparent! Maybe it’s contagious! I really would love to see her win a slam – she’s gotta do it soon, though. This year, I fear, was her big chance.

I agree we had some great trohy ceremonies this year. My fave, obviously was the French Open. And Kim winning the US Open. Obviously the AO trophy ceremony was a huge deal – rarely do those events have so much meaning. Of course credit goes to Rafa for being so gracious and trying to comfort Rog. But I also admire Rog, in some ways, for letting the emotions flow. It’s special that we get to see that.

]]> By: judyhttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12102 judy Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:25:07 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12102 there's probably a better chance of a fed v rafa rematch at the AO, vs the USO due to time of year, but it would be so great to see them play big matches at davis cup and USO next year since those are the only ones they haven't met up at yet. i miss seeing them play too, which is why madrid was great. rematches at RG and wimby would also kick ass given all that's happened in the past 2 years. i still want them to stay 1 and 2, it just seems wrong when they aren't! there’s probably a better chance of a fed v rafa rematch at the AO, vs the USO due to time of year, but it would be so great to see them play big matches at davis cup and USO next year since those are the only ones they haven’t met up at yet. i miss seeing them play too, which is why madrid was great. rematches at RG and wimby would also kick ass given all that’s happened in the past 2 years. i still want them to stay 1 and 2, it just seems wrong when they aren’t!

]]> By: freakyfriteshttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12101 freakyfrites Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:20:57 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12101 You are a tough Fed fan indeed, if you actually enjoyed that AO final! I hated every moment of it - from the start there was just something off about Roger. I remember thinking he had this kind of expressionless, zombie stare going on, almost from the first point of the match. Interesting that his winners count was so much higher than Rafa's, I didn't remember that. It will be really interesting to see them play again! I really hope we have a Rafa vs. Rog final Down Under. Even though 1. I doubt that will happen and 2. I'll be freaking out if it does. You are a tough Fed fan indeed, if you actually enjoyed that AO final! I hated every moment of it – from the start there was just something off about Roger. I remember thinking he had this kind of expressionless, zombie stare going on, almost from the first point of the match. Interesting that his winners count was so much higher than Rafa’s, I didn’t remember that.

It will be really interesting to see them play again! I really hope we have a Rafa vs. Rog final Down Under. Even though 1. I doubt that will happen and 2. I’ll be freaking out if it does.

]]> By: freakyfriteshttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12100 freakyfrites Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:16:22 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12100 Thanks Hellen! What's your fave match of 2009? Thanks Hellen! What’s your fave match of 2009?

]]> By: freakyfriteshttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12099 freakyfrites Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:15:50 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12099 Hi JFK! You have that moment seared into your memory, don't you? Which is good for you because the french Federation has taken all the footage from off of youtube! I wanted to post some video of the FO trophy ceremony but nothing good was available. Pff! Hi JFK! You have that moment seared into your memory, don’t you?

Which is good for you because the french Federation has taken all the footage from off of youtube! I wanted to post some video of the FO trophy ceremony but nothing good was available. Pff!

]]> By: freakyfriteshttp://gototennis.com/2009/12/08/gtt-best-of-top-tennis-of-2009/#comment-12098 freakyfrites Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:12:40 +0000 http://gototennis.com/?p=14510#comment-12098 That Rick Reilly piece is so great! I too, watch it every once in a while. I liked what Roddick had to say about Roger after their Wimbledon final (I think it's included in the highlights, above) - he said that Rog never gets credit for his mental toughness, because he usually makes it look so easy. It's been a bit of a ride, emotionally, this year, but I do think Rog found a way to hang tough when the stakes were highest. I do hope that he and Rafa get a rematch Down Under - I miss watching them play each other! That Rick Reilly piece is so great! I too, watch it every once in a while.

I liked what Roddick had to say about Roger after their Wimbledon final (I think it’s included in the highlights, above) – he said that Rog never gets credit for his mental toughness, because he usually makes it look so easy. It’s been a bit of a ride, emotionally, this year, but I do think Rog found a way to hang tough when the stakes were highest.

I do hope that he and Rafa get a rematch Down Under – I miss watching them play each other!

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