• Overrated Alcaraz

    From The Iceberg@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 02:38:02 2023
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

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  • From =?UTF-8?Q?Pelle_Svansl=c3=b6s?=@21:1/5 to The Iceberg on Sat Sep 9 14:54:54 2023
    On 9.9.2023 12.38, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Pete is lucky.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to The Iceberg on Sat Sep 9 09:13:07 2023
    The Iceberg <iceberg.rules@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to pelle@svans.los on Sat Sep 9 09:13:29 2023
    Pelle Svanslös <pelle@svans.los> Wrote in message:r
    On 9.9.2023 12.38, The Iceberg wrote:> PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)Pete is lucky.-- "And off they went, from here to there,The bear, the bear, and the maiden fair"-- Traditional

    No, Pete was lucky.
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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to PeteWasLucky on Sat Sep 9 06:24:38 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so his
    UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

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  • From MBDunc@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 06:44:32 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:24:40 PM UTC+3, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    1) Meds is not bad: already #1, already slam winner, already YEC title, tons of other titles.
    2) It is tennis; even Djoker/Fed/Nadal at their absolute peak lost important matches (mostly to each other though)
    3) Overrated? as by stats Alkie is 20y and already 2 slams, #1, a lot of titles, .... what can you ask more?

    Meds did same as Djoker did at FO 2023 SF, brought A+ game. At this high level it can be one single point there and there can make the outcome (see YEC Sampras-Becker 5-set final which was effectively won/lost by 2 crurial points).

    .mikko

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 16:59:48 2023
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 16.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:44:35 AM UTC-7, MBDunc wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:24:40 PM UTC+3, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: >>>> The Iceberg Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    1) Meds is not bad: already #1, already slam winner, already YEC title, tons of other titles.
    2) It is tennis; even Djoker/Fed/Nadal at their absolute peak lost important matches (mostly to each other though)
    3) Overrated? as by stats Alkie is 20y and already 2 slams, #1, a lot of titles, .... what can you ask more?

    Meds did same as Djoker did at FO 2023 SF, brought A+ game. At this high level it can be one single point there and there can make the outcome (see YEC Sampras-Becker 5-set final which was effectively won/lost by 2 crurial points).

    Yep. Exactly. The "overrated" claim is stupid. Nobody knows what Alcaraz's legacy will be at this age. Current rivals might eclipse him or formidable new ones might crop up at any time. But his weapons are real, he will win MORE slams, and he will keep
    improving.

    Obviously.

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to MBDunc on Sat Sep 9 06:57:42 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:44:35 AM UTC-7, MBDunc wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:24:40 PM UTC+3, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    1) Meds is not bad: already #1, already slam winner, already YEC title, tons of other titles.
    2) It is tennis; even Djoker/Fed/Nadal at their absolute peak lost important matches (mostly to each other though)
    3) Overrated? as by stats Alkie is 20y and already 2 slams, #1, a lot of titles, .... what can you ask more?

    Meds did same as Djoker did at FO 2023 SF, brought A+ game. At this high level it can be one single point there and there can make the outcome (see YEC Sampras-Becker 5-set final which was effectively won/lost by 2 crurial points).

    Yep. Exactly. The "overrated" claim is stupid. Nobody knows what Alcaraz's legacy will be at this age. Current rivals might eclipse him or formidable new ones might crop up at any time. But his weapons are real, he will win MORE slams, and he will keep
    improving.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 09:31:54 2023
    got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so his UE count rose

    This is correct.


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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to The Iceberg on Sat Sep 9 09:24:23 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:38:04 AM UTC-4, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Did you say this before?

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 09:26:32 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 09:29:24 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:59:52 AM UTC-4, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 16.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:44:35 AM UTC-7, MBDunc wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:24:40 PM UTC+3, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    1) Meds is not bad: already #1, already slam winner, already YEC title, tons of other titles.
    2) It is tennis; even Djoker/Fed/Nadal at their absolute peak lost important matches (mostly to each other though)
    3) Overrated? as by stats Alkie is 20y and already 2 slams, #1, a lot of titles, .... what can you ask more?

    Meds did same as Djoker did at FO 2023 SF, brought A+ game. At this high level it can be one single point there and there can make the outcome (see YEC Sampras-Becker 5-set final which was effectively won/lost by 2 crurial points).

    Yep. Exactly. The "overrated" claim is stupid. Nobody knows what Alcaraz's legacy will be at this age. Current rivals might eclipse him or formidable new ones might crop up at any time. But his weapons are real, he will win MORE slams, and he will
    keep improving.
    Obviously.

    There is no doubt that Alcaraz received a juicy kick on his ass. He was playing to the gallery at times, enjoying the adulation. Meds was focused and played his best. Well deserved win.

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to RaspingDrive on Sat Sep 9 10:57:27 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

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  • From Shakes@21:1/5 to RaspingDrive on Sat Sep 9 11:18:04 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:29:26 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:59:52 AM UTC-4, TT wrote:

    Obviously.
    There is no doubt that Alcaraz received a juicy kick on his ass. He was playing to the gallery at times, enjoying the adulation. Meds was focused and played his best. Well deserved win.

    Agreed about his playing to the gallery a little. But he's only 20 and has the natural exuberance that comes with youth (plus he wanted some "pick-me-up" energy when he was down 2 sets).

    Do you remember Roddick at the same age ? I found him nauseating. He was probably the most irritating young top player I'd ever seen - past and present.

    Alcaraz is a talent powerhouse and I am excited to see his evolution as a player.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 14:29:51 2023
    Gracchus <gracchado@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote: > > On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: > > > The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.
    Wrote in message:r > > > > PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once) > > > > > Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays. > > > I like
    the kid a lot. > > Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match. > > > > Medvedev
    said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so his UE count
    rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.> His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?Medvedev was fielding everything and
    Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev decisively in their last two matches, then
    he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    I haven't seen a kid that just turned 20 that was as matured as Alcaraz is.

    People forget he is just 20 and because of what he has achieved so far they are treating him as if he has won 10 slams and been the number one player for 3-5 years.



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  • From Shakes@21:1/5 to PeteWasLucky on Sat Sep 9 11:41:01 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:29:55 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:

    I haven't seen a kid that just turned 20 that was as matured as Alcaraz is.


    Do you mean in terms of his game, or his on-court personality ?

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 21:47:24 2023
    Shakes kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 21.18:
    Alcaraz is a talent powerhouse and I am excited to see his evolution as a player.

    Ain't that the truth.

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  • From Sawfish@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 11:47:35 2023
    On 9/9/23 10:57 AM, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: >>>> The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)
    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?
    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    I think you're right. To my mind, Alacaraz is the most complete player
    I've seen come up that I can recall, ever.

    His only issues seem to be shot selection and lack of any serious
    strategizing. I'm not sure at this point, but he *may* be coming out and playing every opponent essentially the same way. And this has been
    possible because he can beat just about anyone with his standard
    game--which is to pretty much improvise on the fly.

    ...and you can do this if you own just about every shot in a tennis arsenal.

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 21:45:31 2023
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 20.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: >>>> The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    It's a learning experience. Obviously his game/mentality has not yet
    reached its final form.

    I don't think Meds played even close to unbeatable... looked to me like
    pretty standard Meds playing well. Maybe served close unbreakable on 2nd
    set.

    I stand by my point that Alkie's game has too much elements of risk & improvisation. When it works it's wonderful to watch. I believe that
    Ferrero said early in their relationship that he will let Alkie play
    freely, what he feels like doing, not going to rein in his play. I have
    felt all the way that Alkie makes a lot of "wrong" decisions/shots on
    the court. I think his shot selection should veer towards percentage
    play due time... Then again it appears that there are not many players
    forcing him to do so! Maybe he'll be soon so good that his shot
    selection doesn't even matter much...

    And yes, his odd shots, s&v & slices fit perfectly for grass. Maybe
    it'll be him who holds the Wimbledon record in the end. Well I'm going a
    bit ahead of things...

    Meds obviously can beat Djoke. Should be a close one.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to Shakes on Sat Sep 9 14:55:46 2023
    Shakes <kvcshake@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:29:55AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:>> I haven't seen a kid that just turned 20 that was as matured as Alcaraz is. > Do you mean in terms of his game, or his on-court personality ?

    I know we are going to compare him to Sampras and others, but I meant in the last 20 years, and yes I mean the combination of his game and personality and being able to conduct himself the way he does in the era that was dominated by the big three.

    In my opinion, tennis was dying again but it got a nice push when Alcaraz showed up.

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 21:56:20 2023
    Sawfish kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 21.47:
    His only issues seem to be shot selection and lack of any serious strategizing.

    Bingo.

    I'm not sure at this point, but he *may* be coming out and
    playing every opponent essentially the same way. And this has been
    possible because he can beat just about anyone with his standard
    game--which is to pretty much improvise on the fly.


    Yes, improvisation is his strength & weakness at the same time.

    ...and you can do this if you own just about every shot in a tennis
    arsenal.

    Against most players.

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  • From Shakes@21:1/5 to PeteWasLucky on Sat Sep 9 12:02:00 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:55:50 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    Shakes <kvcs...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:29:55 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:>> I haven't seen a kid that just turned 20 that was as matured as Alcaraz is. > Do you mean in terms of his game, or his on-court personality ?
    I know we are going to compare him to Sampras and others, but I meant in the last 20 years, and yes I mean the combination of his game and personality and being able to conduct himself the way he does in the era that was dominated by the big three.


    Fair enough. I wasn't thinking of Sampras in any case. :) I think Fed and Nadal were both more mature at 20 in the way they conducted themselves. Well Nadal did have that scowl and his "Vamos", but still ... :)

    In my opinion, tennis was dying again but it got a nice push when Alcaraz showed up.
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    Definitely, yes. He's a breath of fresh air for the ATP Tour.

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  • From Sawfish@21:1/5 to Shakes on Sat Sep 9 12:17:51 2023
    On 9/9/23 12:02 PM, Shakes wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:55:50 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    Shakes <kvcs...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:29:55 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:>> I haven't seen a kid that just turned 20 that was as matured as Alcaraz is. > Do you mean in terms of his game, or his on-court personality ?
    I know we are going to compare him to Sampras and others, but I meant in the last 20 years, and yes I mean the combination of his game and personality and being able to conduct himself the way he does in the era that was dominated by the big three.

    Fair enough. I wasn't thinking of Sampras in any case. :) I think Fed and Nadal were both more mature at 20 in the way they conducted themselves. Well Nadal did have that scowl and his "Vamos", but still ... :)

    I think this is indicative of the saturation of social media. He's of
    the TikTok generation. Everything is a show or a pose. Everyone is
    mugging for the camera, like latter day Mohammad Alis.

    This is not how Alcaraz acts (I don't find him annoying), but it has
    influenced his underlying sensibility. I think he shows proper humility
    off court.


    In my opinion, tennis was dying again but it got a nice push when Alcaraz showed up.
    --

    Definitely, yes. He's a breath of fresh air for the ATP Tour.


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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 12:46:21 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:45:35 AM UTC-7, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 20.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!
    It's a learning experience. Obviously his game/mentality has not yet
    reached its final form.

    I don't think Meds played even close to unbeatable... looked to me like pretty standard Meds playing well. Maybe served close unbreakable on 2nd set.

    I stand by my point that Alkie's game has too much elements of risk & improvisation. When it works it's wonderful to watch. I believe that
    Ferrero said early in their relationship that he will let Alkie play
    freely, what he feels like doing, not going to rein in his play. I have
    felt all the way that Alkie makes a lot of "wrong" decisions/shots on
    the court. I think his shot selection should veer towards percentage
    play due time... Then again it appears that there are not many players forcing him to do so! Maybe he'll be soon so good that his shot
    selection doesn't even matter much...

    So you think he needs to be a lot more boring, like Djokovic, right? ;) Screw that. People are excited to see him play because he *isn't* like that. It's like in 1980s heavyweight boxing when there were all these slippin' and a slidin' schmoo fighters
    and then Mike Tyson came along.

    IMO Ferrero knows exactly what he's doing. He developed Alcaraz based on his strengths, nurturing his spontaneous nature. Last night, Ferrero & co. were urging him "be brave!" And when it works, it's spectacular. I'd say, if he goes through an extended
    dry spell without results, his team would need to make adjustments. If he's still winning tournaments and getting to semis at least, I'd say he's doing pretty damn well. The only change I'd make is tell him to stop pointing to his fucking ear for the
    crowd and stay focused on the opponent.

    Also, I disagree that it was average Medvedev play last night. Looked to me like he was maxing out.

    Meds obviously can beat Djoke. Should be a close one.

    I hope so. It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.

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  • From MBDunc@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 12:56:05 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 10:46:23 PM UTC+3, Gracchus wrote:
    So you think he needs to be a lot more boring, like Djokovic, right? ;) Screw that. People are excited to see him play because he *isn't* like that. It's like in 1980s heavyweight boxing when there were all these slippin' and a slidin' schmoo fighters
    and then Mike Tyson came along.

    IMO Ferrero knows exactly what he's doing. He developed Alcaraz based on his strengths, nurturing his spontaneous nature. Last night, Ferrero & co. were urging him "be brave!" And when it works, it's spectacular. I'd say, if he goes through an extended
    dry spell without results, his team would need to make adjustments. If he's still winning tournaments and getting to semis at least, I'd say he's doing pretty damn well. The only change I'd make is tell him to stop pointing to his fucking ear for the
    crowd and stay focused on the opponent.

    Also, I disagree that it was average Medvedev play last night. Looked to me like he was maxing out.
    Meds obviously can beat Djoke. Should be a close one.
    I hope so. It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.

    Someone in another tennis forum asked a question: how it is possible that Medvedev, Rublev and Djokovic do speak better and more articular English, than Tiafoe, Fritz and co whose sentences are simple consisting half of "you know".

    .mikko

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 23:29:24 2023
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 22.46:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:45:35 AM UTC-7, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 20.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote: >>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote: >>>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: >>>>>> The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!
    It's a learning experience. Obviously his game/mentality has not yet
    reached its final form.

    I don't think Meds played even close to unbeatable... looked to me like
    pretty standard Meds playing well. Maybe served close unbreakable on 2nd
    set.

    I stand by my point that Alkie's game has too much elements of risk &
    improvisation. When it works it's wonderful to watch. I believe that
    Ferrero said early in their relationship that he will let Alkie play
    freely, what he feels like doing, not going to rein in his play. I have
    felt all the way that Alkie makes a lot of "wrong" decisions/shots on
    the court. I think his shot selection should veer towards percentage
    play due time... Then again it appears that there are not many players
    forcing him to do so! Maybe he'll be soon so good that his shot
    selection doesn't even matter much...

    So you think he needs to be a lot more boring, like Djokovic, right? ;) Screw that. People are excited to see him play because he *isn't* like that. It's like in 1980s heavyweight boxing when there were all these slippin' and a slidin' schmoo fighters
    and then Mike Tyson came along.


    Heh

    IMO Ferrero knows exactly what he's doing. He developed Alcaraz based on his strengths, nurturing his spontaneous nature. Last night, Ferrero & co. were urging him "be brave!" And when it works, it's spectacular. I'd say, if he goes through an extended
    dry spell without results, his team would need to make adjustments. If he's still winning tournaments and getting to semis at least, I'd say he's doing pretty damn well. The only change I'd make is tell him to stop pointing to his fucking ear for the
    crowd and stay focused on the opponent.


    Yeah, both were doing the ear thing.

    Today the problem is ears again... goddamn Saba is shouting loud.

    Also, I disagree that it was average Medvedev play last night. Looked to me like he was maxing out.


    Ok

    Meds obviously can beat Djoke. Should be a close one.

    I hope so. It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.

    Probably side with Djokovic...as he'll be making new slam record and New Yorkers apparently like to brag "I was there"...

    And playing against a russkie, too.

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 13:38:34 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:29:28 PM UTC-7, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 22.46:

    I hope so. It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.

    Probably side with Djokovic...as he'll be making new slam record and New Yorkers apparently like to brag "I was there"...

    And playing against a russkie, too.

    All true, but maybe Djoke's mockery of Shelton will draw some lingering hostility.

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 13:45:07 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:29:28 PM UTC-7, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 22.46:

    The only change I'd make is tell him to stop pointing to his fucking ear for the crowd and stay focused on the opponent.

    Yeah, both were doing the ear thing.

    That's the problem once the practice starts and takes root. Soon it soon turns into "dueling ears" or "ear versus 'give me more love' gestures." It's such a dumbass trashy thing I'd hoped would be a passing trend. Unfortunately, it looks like it's now
    part of tennis, copied from scum in other sports.

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  • From undecided@21:1/5 to The Iceberg on Sat Sep 9 13:46:15 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 12:38:04 PM UTC+3, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)
    i did not watch it as i am on vacation but Alcaraz dismantled Meds game the last couple of times with power and drop shots. what was different this time?

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to PeteWasLucky on Sat Sep 9 14:00:52 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:58:17 PM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:46:18 PM UTC-4, undecided wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 12:38:04 PM UTC+3, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    i did not watch it as i am on vacation but Alcaraz dismantled Meds game the last couple of times with power and drop shots. what was different this time?

    Maniac mad Medvedev showed up.
    Played extremely high level tennis for the entire match.
    He said before the match he needed to be 12/10 and he said after the match he play at that level.

    No, he said before the match he needed to be 11/10 and said after the matched he played at 12/10. Get you facts straight, mang!

    Alcaraz said medvedev was 10/10.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to undecided on Sat Sep 9 13:58:15 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:46:18 PM UTC-4, undecided wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 12:38:04 PM UTC+3, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)
    i did not watch it as i am on vacation but Alcaraz dismantled Meds game the last couple of times with power and drop shots. what was different this time?

    Maniac mad Medvedev showed up.
    Played extremely high level tennis for the entire match.
    He said before the match he needed to be 12/10 and he said after the match he play at that level.
    Alcaraz said medvedev was 10/10.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 17:46:24 2023
    Gracchus <gracchado@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:58:17PM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:46:18PM UTC-4, undecided wrote: > > On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 12:38:04PM UTC+3, The Iceberg wrote: > > > PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!!
    (for once) > > i did not watch it as i am on vacation but Alcaraz dismantled Meds game the last couple of times with power and drop shots. what was different this time?> Maniac mad Medvedev showed up. > Played extremely high level tennis for the entire
    match. > He said before the match he needed to be 12/10 and he said after the match he play at that level. No, he said before the match he needed to be 11/10 and said after the matched he played at 12/10. Get you facts straight, mang!> Alcaraz said
    medvedev was 10/10.

    lol :)
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  • From Court_1@21:1/5 to The Iceberg on Sat Sep 9 17:06:34 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:38:04 AM UTC-4, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    How can he be overrated, baboon? He's 20 and has two slams, four Masters 1000s, youngest to be number one in Open Era.

    You have some warped definition of overrated.

    There is however, excessive hype around him to the point of hysteria i.e. he'll surpass the Big Three's numbers. I doubt it.

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  • From *skriptis@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sun Sep 10 02:37:37 2023
    Gracchus <gracchado@gmail.com> Wrote in message:
    It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.


    It won't happen.


    Now that they've warned that up to Djokovic, New York Jews will always hate Russian more than a mini-Russian (Serbl).

    In their sick minds, Medvedev is Dr. Evil and Djokovic is Mini-Me.



    So the crowd is going to treat Medvedev unfairly, boo him before serve and such classesles stuff and throw him off.

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to Shakes on Sat Sep 9 19:05:55 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:18:06 PM UTC-4, Shakes wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:29:26 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:59:52 AM UTC-4, TT wrote:

    Obviously.
    There is no doubt that Alcaraz received a juicy kick on his ass. He was playing to the gallery at times, enjoying the adulation. Meds was focused and played his best. Well deserved win.
    Agreed about his playing to the gallery a little. But he's only 20 and has the natural exuberance that comes with youth (plus he wanted some "pick-me-up" energy when he was down 2 sets).

    Do you remember Roddick at the same age ? I found him nauseating. He was probably the most irritating young top player I'd ever seen - past and present.

    Alcaraz is a talent powerhouse and I am excited to see his evolution as a player.

    Me too. Yesterday he was soundly defeated though.

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sat Sep 9 19:03:33 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:57:29 PM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?
    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    "I have to find the right serve every time, and I have to serve better to be able to stay in a good position after the serve," he said. "I will do it in the next game."

    https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/38356988/what-went-wrong-defending-champ-carlos-alcaraz-us-open

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 19:07:53 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 8:06:36 PM UTC-4, Court_1 wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:38:04 AM UTC-4, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)
    How can he be overrated, baboon? He's 20 and has two slams, four Masters 1000s, youngest to be number one in Open Era.

    You have some warped definition of overrated.

    He says he's a coach. Hmmm...

    There is however, excessive hype around him to the point of hysteria i.e. he'll surpass the Big Three's numbers. I doubt it.

    He was reveling in the adulation when Medvedev was blasting his serves.

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to All on Sat Sep 9 19:09:11 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:29:28 PM UTC-4, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 22.46:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:45:35 AM UTC-7, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 20.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote: >>>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!
    It's a learning experience. Obviously his game/mentality has not yet
    reached its final form.

    I don't think Meds played even close to unbeatable... looked to me like >> pretty standard Meds playing well. Maybe served close unbreakable on 2nd >> set.

    I stand by my point that Alkie's game has too much elements of risk &
    improvisation. When it works it's wonderful to watch. I believe that
    Ferrero said early in their relationship that he will let Alkie play
    freely, what he feels like doing, not going to rein in his play. I have >> felt all the way that Alkie makes a lot of "wrong" decisions/shots on
    the court. I think his shot selection should veer towards percentage
    play due time... Then again it appears that there are not many players
    forcing him to do so! Maybe he'll be soon so good that his shot
    selection doesn't even matter much...

    So you think he needs to be a lot more boring, like Djokovic, right? ;) Screw that. People are excited to see him play because he *isn't* like that. It's like in 1980s heavyweight boxing when there were all these slippin' and a slidin' schmoo
    fighters and then Mike Tyson came along.

    Heh
    IMO Ferrero knows exactly what he's doing. He developed Alcaraz based on his strengths, nurturing his spontaneous nature. Last night, Ferrero & co. were urging him "be brave!" And when it works, it's spectacular. I'd say, if he goes through an
    extended dry spell without results, his team would need to make adjustments. If he's still winning tournaments and getting to semis at least, I'd say he's doing pretty damn well. The only change I'd make is tell him to stop pointing to his fucking ear
    for the crowd and stay focused on the opponent.

    Yeah, both were doing the ear thing.

    Today the problem is ears again... goddamn Saba is shouting loud.
    Also, I disagree that it was average Medvedev play last night. Looked to me like he was maxing out.

    Ok
    Meds obviously can beat Djoke. Should be a close one.

    I hope so. It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.
    Probably side with Djokovic...as he'll be making new slam record and New Yorkers apparently like to brag "I was there"...

    And playing against a russkie, too.

    Medvedev for his 2nd slam on Sunday.

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sun Sep 10 10:21:02 2023
    RaspingDrive kirjoitti 10.9.2023 klo 5.03:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:57:29 PM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote: >>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: >>>>> The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?
    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    "I have to find the right serve every time, and I have to serve better to be able to stay in a good position after the serve," he said. "I will do it in the next game."

    https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/38356988/what-went-wrong-defending-champ-carlos-alcaraz-us-open

    "Medvedev won the mental game"

    ...That's about all that needs be said.

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  • From Whisper@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Sun Sep 10 21:55:28 2023
    On 9/09/2023 11:24 pm, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not >being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.


    As well as Medvedev played it still was short of the best stuff we've
    seen from Alcaraz. Great win for Medvedev, not much more to say except
    let's see you win the final and beat Carlos again in a slam.

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  • From =?UTF-8?Q?Pelle_Svansl=c3=b6s?=@21:1/5 to All on Sun Sep 10 16:03:22 2023
    On 10.9.2023 3.37, *skriptis wrote:
    Gracchus <gracchado@gmail.com> Wrote in message:
    It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.


    It won't happen.


    Now that they've warned that up to Djokovic, New York Jews will always hate Russian more than a mini-Russian (Serbl).

    In their sick minds, Medvedev is Dr. Evil and Djokovic is Mini-Me.



    So the crowd is going to treat Medvedev unfairly, boo him before serve and such classesles stuff and throw him off.


    I doubt they have skin in the game.

    --
    "And off they went, from here to there,
    The bear, the bear, and the maiden fair"
    -- Traditional

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to Whisper on Sun Sep 10 06:03:43 2023
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 4:55:39 AM UTC-7, Whisper wrote:
    On 9/09/2023 11:24 pm, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not >being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    As well as Medvedev played it still was short of the best stuff we've
    seen from Alcaraz. Great win for Medvedev, not much more to say except
    let's see you win the final and beat Carlos again in a slam.

    Exactly.

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to Whisper on Sun Sep 10 08:25:24 2023
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 7:55:39 AM UTC-4, Whisper wrote:
    On 9/09/2023 11:24 pm, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not >being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough, so
    his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    As well as Medvedev played it still was short of the best stuff we've
    seen from Alcaraz. Great win for Medvedev, not much more to say except

    Alcaraz remained relatively distracted throughout. Meds was focused.

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  • From RaspingDrive@21:1/5 to All on Sun Sep 10 08:23:10 2023
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 3:21:06 AM UTC-4, TT wrote:
    RaspingDrive kirjoitti 10.9.2023 klo 5.03:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:57:29 PM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote: >>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote: >>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?
    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    "I have to find the right serve every time, and I have to serve better to be able to stay in a good position after the serve," he said. "I will do it in the next game."

    https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/38356988/what-went-wrong-defending-champ-carlos-alcaraz-us-open
    "Medvedev won the mental game"

    ...That's about all that needs be said.

    That's all that is needed, wouldn't you think? All these guys are talented. Meds was totally focused and blasted returns that left Alcaraz dazed.

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  • From PeteWasLucky@21:1/5 to RaspingDrive on Sun Sep 10 09:20:06 2023
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 11:25:26 AM UTC-4, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 7:55:39 AM UTC-4, Whisper wrote:
    On 9/09/2023 11:24 pm, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not >being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    As well as Medvedev played it still was short of the best stuff we've
    seen from Alcaraz. Great win for Medvedev, not much more to say except
    Alcaraz remained relatively distracted throughout. Meds was focused.

    Did you mean Alcaraz was overwhelmed instead of distracted?

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  • From gapp111@gmail.com@21:1/5 to PeteWasLucky on Sun Sep 10 10:11:39 2023
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 12:20:09 PM UTC-4, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 11:25:26 AM UTC-4, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 7:55:39 AM UTC-4, Whisper wrote:
    On 9/09/2023 11:24 pm, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not >being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    As well as Medvedev played it still was short of the best stuff we've seen from Alcaraz. Great win for Medvedev, not much more to say except
    Alcaraz remained relatively distracted throughout. Meds was focused.
    Did you mean Alcaraz was overwhelmed instead of distracted?

    Yes, Alcaraz got his ass kicked hard!

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  • From TT@21:1/5 to All on Sun Sep 10 20:39:39 2023
    RaspingDrive kirjoitti 10.9.2023 klo 18.23:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 3:21:06 AM UTC-4, TT wrote:
    RaspingDrive kirjoitti 10.9.2023 klo 5.03:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:57:29 PM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote: >>>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote: >>>>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?
    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!

    "I have to find the right serve every time, and I have to serve better to be able to stay in a good position after the serve," he said. "I will do it in the next game."

    https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/38356988/what-went-wrong-defending-champ-carlos-alcaraz-us-open
    "Medvedev won the mental game"

    ...That's about all that needs be said.

    That's all that is needed, wouldn't you think? All these guys are talented. Meds was totally focused and blasted returns that left Alcaraz dazed.

    Alcaraz could probably have won the match in first set. He had some
    breakpoints etc and Meds didn't seem believing in his chances much.
    After winning the tb it was another match.

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  • From Court_1@21:1/5 to RaspingDrive on Sun Sep 10 13:22:23 2023
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 10:07:56 PM UTC-4, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 8:06:36 PM UTC-4, Court_1 wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:38:04 AM UTC-4, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    How can he be overrated, baboon? He's 20 and has two slams, four Masters 1000s, youngest to be number one in Open Era.

    You have some warped definition of overrated.
    He says he's a coach. Hmmm...

    He's getting confused perhaps? He means he's the coach of his baboon troop.

    There is however, excessive hype around him to the point of hysteria i.e. he'll surpass the Big Three's numbers. I doubt it.

    He was reveling in the adulation when Medvedev was blasting his serves.

    Yes. Alcaraz was humbled by Medvedev yesterday. He needs to dial things down a bit.

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  • From Shakes@21:1/5 to All on Sun Sep 10 13:53:51 2023
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 1:22:25 PM UTC-7, Court_1 wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 10:07:56 PM UTC-4, RaspingDrive wrote:

    He was reveling in the adulation when Medvedev was blasting his serves.
    Yes. Alcaraz was humbled by Medvedev yesterday. He needs to dial things down a bit.

    Agreed. It's not that Alcaraz lost (anybody can lose on a given day, esp. when the players are closely ranked), it's that, mentally, he appeared to be expending unnecessary emotional energy in fist pumps and other antics. I believe that that's what made
    him a little flat in the 2nd set. At this level, a 1-2% drop in energy can mean a lot.

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  • From grif@21:1/5 to gap...@gmail.com on Mon Sep 11 01:10:24 2023
    On 10/09/2023 18:11, gap...@gmail.com wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 12:20:09 PM UTC-4, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 11:25:26 AM UTC-4, RaspingDrive wrote: >>> On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 7:55:39 AM UTC-4, Whisper wrote:
    On 9/09/2023 11:24 pm, Gracchus wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote: >>>>>> The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.

    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not >being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.
    As well as Medvedev played it still was short of the best stuff we've
    seen from Alcaraz. Great win for Medvedev, not much more to say except
    Alcaraz remained relatively distracted throughout. Meds was focused.
    Did you mean Alcaraz was overwhelmed instead of distracted?

    Yes, Alcaraz got his ass kicked hard!

    But he can do the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs.

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  • From grif@21:1/5 to RaspingDrive on Mon Sep 11 01:19:42 2023
    On 10/09/2023 03:09, RaspingDrive wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 4:29:28 PM UTC-4, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 22.46:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:45:35 AM UTC-7, TT wrote:
    Gracchus kirjoitti 9.9.2023 klo 20.57:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:26:34 AM UTC-7, RaspingDrive wrote: >>>>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:24:40 AM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote: >>>>>>> On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:13:11 AM UTC-7, PeteWasLucky wrote:
    The Iceberg <iceber...@gmail.com> Wrote in message:r
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)

    Overrated is a tough word. He is definitely great player but he just turned 20 and lacks experience which makes him vulnerable to different styles of plays.
    I like the kid a lot.
    Two slams at 20 isn't too shabby. He just got outplayed on a particular day, which can and does happen to every player. It doesn't mean Medvedev has "mastered" Alcaraz. At least not based on the evidence of one match.

    Medvedev said beforehand he knew his level would need to be super-high to beat Alcaraz, and it was. He played a lot better than in their last two matches. Alcaraz meanwhile, got frustrated at not being able to "hit through" Medvedev often enough,
    so his UE count rose. It was a surprise, but not a huge mystery.

    His serve has to improve, maybe? Meds learned quickly how to counter him. Coming to the net behind serves is tough. As TT mentioned, what happened to his ground game?

    Medvedev was fielding everything and Carlos was pushing too hard to end points fast. Medvedev assessed his own level as "12" on a scale of "10" last night. That's tough to handle no matter who you are. You guys are hilarious. Alcaraz beat Medvedev
    decisively in their last two matches, then he loses one and he's suddenly a hapless schlub whose game needs an total overhaul. Perspective, dude!
    It's a learning experience. Obviously his game/mentality has not yet
    reached its final form.

    I don't think Meds played even close to unbeatable... looked to me like >>>> pretty standard Meds playing well. Maybe served close unbreakable on 2nd >>>> set.

    I stand by my point that Alkie's game has too much elements of risk &
    improvisation. When it works it's wonderful to watch. I believe that
    Ferrero said early in their relationship that he will let Alkie play
    freely, what he feels like doing, not going to rein in his play. I have >>>> felt all the way that Alkie makes a lot of "wrong" decisions/shots on
    the court. I think his shot selection should veer towards percentage
    play due time... Then again it appears that there are not many players >>>> forcing him to do so! Maybe he'll be soon so good that his shot
    selection doesn't even matter much...

    So you think he needs to be a lot more boring, like Djokovic, right? ;) Screw that. People are excited to see him play because he *isn't* like that. It's like in 1980s heavyweight boxing when there were all these slippin' and a slidin' schmoo
    fighters and then Mike Tyson came along.

    Heh
    IMO Ferrero knows exactly what he's doing. He developed Alcaraz based on his strengths, nurturing his spontaneous nature. Last night, Ferrero & co. were urging him "be brave!" And when it works, it's spectacular. I'd say, if he goes through an
    extended dry spell without results, his team would need to make adjustments. If he's still winning tournaments and getting to semis at least, I'd say he's doing pretty damn well. The only change I'd make is tell him to stop pointing to his fucking ear
    for the crowd and stay focused on the opponent.

    Yeah, both were doing the ear thing.

    Today the problem is ears again... goddamn Saba is shouting loud.
    Also, I disagree that it was average Medvedev play last night. Looked to me like he was maxing out.

    Ok
    Meds obviously can beat Djoke. Should be a close one.

    I hope so. It's certainly promising that Medvedev beat him at the USO before, spoiling his party. I hope the crowd is heavily pro-Medvedev to really piss Djoke off.
    Probably side with Djokovic...as he'll be making new slam record and New
    Yorkers apparently like to brag "I was there"...

    And playing against a russkie, too.

    Medvedev for his 2nd slam on Sunday.

    Never tell me the odds.

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  • From The Iceberg@21:1/5 to you guys on Mon Sep 11 03:32:19 2023
    On Sunday, 10 September 2023 at 01:06:36 UTC+1, Court_1 wrote:
    On Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:38:04 AM UTC-4, The Iceberg wrote:
    PeteWasLucky was right!!!!!!! (for once)
    How can he be overrated, baboon? He's 20 and has two slams, four Masters 1000s, youngest to be number one in Open Era.

    You have some warped definition of overrated.

    you guys said after Wimbledon he was going to win every slam for the next 10 years and he couldn't even get to the final of the very next slam, wasn't even 5 sets, that's majorly overrated.

    There is however, excessive hype around him to the point of hysteria i.e. he'll surpass the Big Three's numbers. I doubt it.

    excessive hype = overrated. This is why we need to stop and give huge credit to Fed who was always YUGELY hyped-up beyond anything anyone had ever seen, but least and all credit to him, he followed that up by winning just about everything for years
    afterwards, he wasn't like this guy who won one slam only cos Biden and the Democrats had banned Djoker, didn't play AO, won Wimbledon due to a missed drive volley and then only got to SF.

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  • From Whisper@21:1/5 to Gracchus on Mon Sep 11 21:27:32 2023
    On 11/09/2023 8:01 am, Gracchus wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 3:00:53 PM UTC-7, Court_1 wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 5:53:47 PM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2:51:29 PM UTC-7, Court_1 wrote:

    Come on, Medvedev. Make this into a challenge at least! 🙄
    They both are looking worn out in the heat. If Medvedev can snag a set, anything could happen. But looks like this could go to a tie-break, which Djokovic loves (most of the time).
    What's wrong with Djokovic? Is it something physical?

    My internet/cable tv actually went out for about 20 minutes right at the end of the first set(the one time I want to watch a tennis match!) Did I miss something?

    Playing possum again probably.


    I think he really was feeling it. Previously he'd limp around but then
    play like a demon on the very next point. This time he looked like he
    was feeling it during the point too. You can never count Djoker out in
    long matches, but I suspect his level would have dropped a lot had he
    lost that 2nd set. Depends how Medvedev would have held up too lol.

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  • From Gracchus@21:1/5 to Whisper on Mon Sep 11 06:24:34 2023
    On Monday, September 11, 2023 at 4:27:44 AM UTC-7, Whisper wrote:
    On 11/09/2023 8:01 am, Gracchus wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 3:00:53 PM UTC-7, Court_1 wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 5:53:47 PM UTC-4, Gracchus wrote:
    On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2:51:29 PM UTC-7, Court_1 wrote:

    Come on, Medvedev. Make this into a challenge at least! 🙄
    They both are looking worn out in the heat. If Medvedev can snag a set, anything could happen. But looks like this could go to a tie-break, which Djokovic loves (most of the time).
    What's wrong with Djokovic? Is it something physical?

    My internet/cable tv actually went out for about 20 minutes right at the end of the first set(the one time I want to watch a tennis match!) Did I miss something?

    Playing possum again probably.

    I think he really was feeling it. Previously he'd limp around but then
    play like a demon on the very next point. This time he looked like he
    was feeling it during the point too. You can never count Djoker out in
    long matches, but I suspect his level would have dropped a lot had he
    lost that 2nd set. Depends how Medvedev would have held up too lol.

    All true. I don't know how much he was feeling it, but he knows his own reserves and how he's drawn on them in the past.

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