SMB Tennis thread (note there is a specific Wimbledon 22 thread)
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The Bridge Lad
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This second set has got a lot better, some good stuff now.
Safc_Number10
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Seems easy enough for Djokovic thru the night.
Session
Midfield
Matches finished around 2.30am. Bit disappointing overall - first set of Nadal - Delpo was very good even with the early injury scare but then obviously quickly deteriorated. Felt sorry for Nadal, that's 2 slams this year where he has been injured in the latter stages.
Nishikori played quite well but not enough and was reasonably comfortable for Djok.
Nishikori played quite well but not enough and was reasonably comfortable for Djok.
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Born Never Asked
Midfield
Tied for you marra.
Benjamin
Central Defender
scotch
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But wouldn't that be down to his style of play and long rallies taking their toll on the body.
If he didn't fight for every point (and he truly is the greatest fighter in tennis history) he may not have won the 17 slams. It's a trade off between his style and what his body can take. Hes managed his knee much better the last 5 years than the early part of his career.
It might be worth him giving up the outdoor hard court season and just playing the US open and atp finals (when he qualifies) to extend his career.
Hope delpo does the business tomorrow
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The Bridge Lad
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Not long now. A record equalling 24th slam or a potential new star born?
Another Everton Fan
Midfield
Serena’s ego has always been massive, embarrassing herself here.
HABA87
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Serena calling the official a thief. 
"It's not fair."
Boo hoo, keep your trap shut then.
Well done to Naomi Osaka.
Williams though.
“You will never, ever, ever be on another court of mine as long as you live. You are the liar. When are you going to give me my apology? You owe me an apology. Say it. Say you’re sorry. ... And you stole a point from me. You’re a thief, too!”
Zip it, have a game penalty.
"It's not fair."
Boo hoo, keep your trap shut then.
Well done to Naomi Osaka.
Williams though.
“You will never, ever, ever be on another court of mine as long as you live. You are the liar. When are you going to give me my apology? You owe me an apology. Say it. Say you’re sorry. ... And you stole a point from me. You’re a thief, too!”
Zip it, have a game penalty.
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Ashley In!!
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Serena calling the official a thief.
"It's not fair."
Boo hoo, keep your trap shut then.
Well done to Naomi Osaka.
Williams though.
“You will never, ever, ever be on another court of mine as long as you live. You are the liar. When are you going to give me my apology? You owe me an apology. Say it. Say you’re sorry. ... And you stole a point from me. You’re a thief, too!”
Zip it, have a game penalty.
Should be a big ban coming her way.
The Bridge Lad
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Christ that was eventful. Chuffed for Naomi but a huge triumph for her and her country has been massively overshadowed. It shouldn't have been like that.
The Other Durham
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Serena certainly won't go down in history as a good loser. Needs the spotlight at all costs.
chopsfc007
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What happened
The Bridge Lad
Striker
Feel a little bit sorry for Serena in a way as well (and the umpire) but she's pretty much stolen Osaka's moment and it shouldnt have been like that.
King Kareoke
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Yank support was shocking there mind - the poor Japanese lass is hardly able to celebrate
Umpire has been escorted off court
Umpire has been escorted off court
Another Everton Fan
Midfield
How can the spokesperson say Serena is a role model after that
The Bridge Lad
Striker
The most drama I have seen for a while.
Serena's coach was doing hand gestures trying to move her up the court, which isn't allowed in the slams. Wasn't really SWs fault but still not allowed. Serena given a warning and then kicked off. She them slammed her racket later and was given a point penalty. She then called the umpire a thief and promptly lost a full game and it was all kicking off. Supervisors and all sorts, fans jeering. Naomi served it out but the win has been completely overshadowed.
