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US Open Final: ANDY MURRAY SEALS GLORY
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US OPEN ATP FINAL: Novak Djokovic (2) vs Andy Murray (4)
4 Times the Brit has reached the finals of a Grand Slam Major Championship. 4 Times Murray has left the stadium dejected, with only a runner's up plat to console him.
But this could be it. This time could be different. Maybe this time, Murray will finally seal glory and silence his doubters who have claimed that Murray isn't good enough at the highest level.
But it could all come crashing down.
There was indeed another man, by the name of Ivan Lendl, who lost his first 4 Grand Slams. He was also on his way to a fifth defeat, up against the great John McEnroe, 2 sets down and out of the match.
But, from nowhere, Lendl summoned inspiration. The French crowd were murmuring, the doubters were getting louder 'Ivan Lendl the man who couldn't win a slam' 'Ivan Lendl, the man who always lost in the finals.'
He shut them up.
Murray has another chance to do the same here, the parallel is uncanny. Lendl now works as Master Yoda mentoring the Young Jedi Andy Murray. Can Murray emulate his master?
The force it seems, is with Murray. Last year in 3 slams Andy Murray was stopped in the semi-final by Rafael Nadal. But now Nadal is injured.
In 3 of his 4 Grand Slams Finals so far, Murray has been out-hit by 17-time Grand Slam Champion Roger Federer. But the Swiss is out, slumping to a defeat inflicted by Tomas Berdych.
Only one obstacle remains: Novak Djokovic.
The two have been rivals since they were very young, even in the junior circuit. But now, the stakes are greater than ever. The scheduling arguably favours the underdog Murray, but Djokovic was quick in his dismissal of David Ferrer today.
And Djokovic is a physical beast.
This is judgement day. This is the day of destiny. Murray won the Olympic Gold medal, but now he could be on the verge of creating history, and becoming the first British male Grand Slam winner since Sir Fred Perry in 1936. Djokovic has won his last 27 matches on Hard Court Grand Slams. 27 matches.
That run could come to an end this Monday.
Amritia3ee
The past means nothing, the present and the future holds key.
Prediction Time:
Murray: Luciusmann, Legendkiller, Bogbrush, Duty281, Josiah Maiestas, Bradman99.94, Carrieg4, Ryan86, Eirebilly(9)
Djokovic: Lydian, IMBL, Danny1982 (3)
Running 606v2 Odds: (Based on predictions so far)
Murray- 1.2
Djokovic- 3.6
US OPEN ATP FINAL: Novak Djokovic (2) vs Andy Murray (4)
4 Times the Brit has reached the finals of a Grand Slam Major Championship. 4 Times Murray has left the stadium dejected, with only a runner's up plat to console him.
But this could be it. This time could be different. Maybe this time, Murray will finally seal glory and silence his doubters who have claimed that Murray isn't good enough at the highest level.
But it could all come crashing down.
There was indeed another man, by the name of Ivan Lendl, who lost his first 4 Grand Slams. He was also on his way to a fifth defeat, up against the great John McEnroe, 2 sets down and out of the match.
But, from nowhere, Lendl summoned inspiration. The French crowd were murmuring, the doubters were getting louder 'Ivan Lendl the man who couldn't win a slam' 'Ivan Lendl, the man who always lost in the finals.'
He shut them up.
Murray has another chance to do the same here, the parallel is uncanny. Lendl now works as Master Yoda mentoring the Young Jedi Andy Murray. Can Murray emulate his master?
The force it seems, is with Murray. Last year in 3 slams Andy Murray was stopped in the semi-final by Rafael Nadal. But now Nadal is injured.
In 3 of his 4 Grand Slams Finals so far, Murray has been out-hit by 17-time Grand Slam Champion Roger Federer. But the Swiss is out, slumping to a defeat inflicted by Tomas Berdych.
Only one obstacle remains: Novak Djokovic.
The two have been rivals since they were very young, even in the junior circuit. But now, the stakes are greater than ever. The scheduling arguably favours the underdog Murray, but Djokovic was quick in his dismissal of David Ferrer today.
And Djokovic is a physical beast.
This is judgement day. This is the day of destiny. Murray won the Olympic Gold medal, but now he could be on the verge of creating history, and becoming the first British male Grand Slam winner since Sir Fred Perry in 1936. Djokovic has won his last 27 matches on Hard Court Grand Slams. 27 matches.
That run could come to an end this Monday.
Amritia3ee
The past means nothing, the present and the future holds key.
Prediction Time:
Murray: Luciusmann, Legendkiller, Bogbrush, Duty281, Josiah Maiestas, Bradman99.94, Carrieg4, Ryan86, Eirebilly(9)
Djokovic: Lydian, IMBL, Danny1982 (3)
Running 606v2 Odds: (Based on predictions so far)
Murray- 1.2
Djokovic- 3.6
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I think BBC Sports Personality is looking a tough call this year...
Wiggins vs Murray probably.
Wiggins vs Murray probably.
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It will be Wiggins
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No contest.Olly wrote:It will be Wiggins
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You could be right there Olly.
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Federer standard challenge from Andy there.
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Murray wins this, it becomes Murray vs Mo for 2nd place. Wiggins will win it, his achievements deserve it, and he is probably more liked by the British public.
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Besides I have to side with a fellow Lancastrian...even if he's adopted.
I like The Jam too...
So, here's a game of interest.
I like The Jam too...
So, here's a game of interest.
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If Murray wins this, how hard will it be to pick the BBC sports personality of the year. About 30 guys in the running.
OOPS just seen.
OOPS just seen.
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Murray is the Man of Granite. I never thought I´d see the day.
Djoker pulls out a wooden crucifix from beneath his shirt. Doesn´t do much good though... his attempted 'cross'- court winner doesn´t come off. At least we know he isn´t a vampire... though a blood transfusion would come in handy right now. His hold of serve just prolongs the agony.
Djoker pulls out a wooden crucifix from beneath his shirt. Doesn´t do much good though... his attempted 'cross'- court winner doesn´t come off. At least we know he isn´t a vampire... though a blood transfusion would come in handy right now. His hold of serve just prolongs the agony.
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Djoko breaks back
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Oh for goodness sake Murray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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What a grim choke serving at 5-3. Game on now - game on. Djoko takes it to 1-1 and he becomes the favourite.
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horrible game from Murray, needs to just regain the focus he had at the start of the set.
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The wind giveth and the wind taketh away. The wind sends Murray's forehand shot long and Novak is back in the second set.
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Just reading the first page. BB comments looing prescient so far...
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Both these players are second guessing everything. Makes for drama but not much skill.
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What a collapse by Murray
5-5
5-5
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Oh dear. Novak breaks to 15 and we are back on serve with Murray leading 5-4. If he loses this set it will hurt bad.
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Murray was 4-0 up in this set...
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Someone wake up HM.
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kemet wrote:The wind giveth and the wind taketh away. The wind sends Murray's forehand shot long and Novak is back in the second set.
From someone whose username sounds like a frog, that was beautifully written. Thank you.
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The Djoker´s girlfriend is the most lovely women I ever seen. He doesn´t lack for inspiration. But will it be enough?
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Stopped the run of Djoko games - now pressure's on Djoko.
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Come on guys...it's 2hr19 and we've not finished the 2nd yet...I'm gonna have to bail out at some point!
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Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
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It's been a blast ... and if Murray were to win this for reasons that I cannot go into now, Murray will be favorite to win the SPOTY.Henman Bill wrote:Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
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Now - the title is almost within reach - two BP's let's hope Andy's put his recent tightness behind him...
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Tropicalfruiter wrote:kemet wrote:The wind giveth and the wind taketh away. The wind sends Murray's forehand shot long and Novak is back in the second set.
From someone whose username sounds like a frog, that was beautifully written. Thank you.
Thank you for the compliment. The inspiration for my username came from the name for Ancient Egypt; but it does sound like Kermit. I see your point though.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemet
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And Murray breaks to win the 2nd set 7-5
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Murray 2-0 Djoko - surely, surely....
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Two complete throwaways from Djokovic there. The smash was hideous.
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Can't see Djokovic coming back now. Not sure I'm gonna stay up another 1 hr 30....
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Murray on the verge!
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Murray with some pretty good scrambling in that last game, but there were some really poor misses from Djokovic. Another very, very good set for Murray to win.
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Murray's best performance in a slam final to date ... and he has been leading from the front from the beginning. There is no doubting his Grand Slam capabilities any longer.
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Nore Staat wrote:It's been a blast ... and if Murray were to win this for reasons that I cannot go into now, Murray will be favorite to win the SPOTY.Henman Bill wrote:Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
Wiggins is about to have some scandal hit him? tell me more...
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Murray's first serve 69% deserves to get this set if the first was a fluke.
The finish line is soon..
The finish line is soon..
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..for the 3rd set?lydian wrote:Can't see Djokovic coming back now. Not sure I'm gonna stay up another 1 hr 30....
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Wiggins was a team performance the next best Brit was third. The next best male Brit to Murray is not even first round Grand Slam quality. A Brit has won the women's Tour De France - never got a mentioned in SPOTY. Cycling doesn't have the same role in the national psyche as does tennis.Henman Bill wrote:Nore Staat wrote:It's been a blast ... and if Murray were to win this for reasons that I cannot go into now, Murray will be favorite to win the SPOTY.Henman Bill wrote:Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
Wiggins is about to have some scandal hit him? tell me more...
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Wiggins for me. Unless... Don't even go there.
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I'll take that bet. Name your stake.Nore Staat wrote:Wiggins was a team performance the next best Brit was third. The next best male Brit to Murray is not even first round Grand Slam quality. A Brit has won the women's Tour De France - never got a mentioned in SPOTY. Cycling doesn't have the same role in the national psyche as does tennis.Henman Bill wrote:Nore Staat wrote:It's been a blast ... and if Murray were to win this for reasons that I cannot go into now, Murray will be favorite to win the SPOTY.Henman Bill wrote:Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
Wiggins is about to have some scandal hit him? tell me more...
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Nore Staat wrote:Wiggins was a team performance the next best Brit was third. The next best male Brit to Murray is not even first round Grand Slam quality. A Brit has won the women's Tour De France - never got a mentioned in SPOTY. Cycling doesn't have the same role in the national psyche as does tennis.Henman Bill wrote:Nore Staat wrote:It's been a blast ... and if Murray were to win this for reasons that I cannot go into now, Murray will be favorite to win the SPOTY.Henman Bill wrote:Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
Wiggins is about to have some scandal hit him? tell me more...
Wiggins won a gold medal, not only the first Brit to win the TDF, but no Brit had even been on the podium before. And do you not remember the buzz the whole country was on from the cycling? Sorry but Wiggins is still fav to win it, even if Murray wins this
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This would be a huge hold. Body blow.
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Two hail Marys and a cor blimeybogbrush wrote:I'll take that bet. Name your stake.Nore Staat wrote:Wiggins was a team performance the next best Brit was third. The next best male Brit to Murray is not even first round Grand Slam quality. A Brit has won the women's Tour De France - never got a mentioned in SPOTY. Cycling doesn't have the same role in the national psyche as does tennis.Henman Bill wrote:Nore Staat wrote:It's been a blast ... and if Murray were to win this for reasons that I cannot go into now, Murray will be favorite to win the SPOTY.Henman Bill wrote:Enjoying some of this commentary. The first set was key but no longer, now it's the second. Something tells me the third, fourth and potentially fifth sets could also be key.
Wiggins is about to have some scandal hit him? tell me more...
Anyway Djokovic can still win this match so Murray has to reset the mind and start over. One point at at time.
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"such an important moment in the match" in the first game of the 3rd set. I mean honestly, what part of the match could possibly be less critical?
I'm waiting to hear them say at some stage: "The next few games are largely irrelevant".
I'm waiting to hear them say at some stage: "The next few games are largely irrelevant".
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Murray beat the best tennis player of all time on his favorite surface - grass , to take an Olympic gold medal. Did Wiggins have to face the all time goat in cycling?Olly wrote:... Wiggins won a gold medal, not only the first Brit to win the TDF, but no Brit had even been on the podium before. And do you not remember the buzz the whole country was on from the cycling? Sorry but Wiggins is still fav to win it, even if Murray wins this
ps as I mentioned a Brit women has won the Tour de France and never got a mention on SPOTY
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Nore Staat wrote:Murray beat the best tennis player of all time on his favorite surface - grass , to take an Olympic gold medal. Did Contador have to face the all time goat in cycling?Olly wrote:... Wiggins won a gold medal, not only the first Brit to win the TDF, but no Brit had even been on the podium before. And do you not remember the buzz the whole country was on from the cycling? Sorry but Wiggins is still fav to win it, even if Murray wins this
Contador? You mean Wiggo
The hysteria created around cycling was immense, and you can still see it, by the sheer amount of people lining the streets for the Tour of Britain currently happening, just to catch a glimpse of Bradley Wiggins. He has become a household name.
Even if Murray wins this, he is not the favourite, Wiggins is. Murray will be 2nd though.
Also your earlier point about obscurer sports not doing so well, didn't Phil Taylor come 2nd one year, McCoy win it?
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