Struff game is flourishing in these cold weather conditions and Fritz got his ass frozen. It's only 4-5 degC with rain drizzle, people are in winter jackets and wool caps. Awful weather.
Did I just see Papa Pus standing in the side court while Rudd was serving . SMH 2
I can't see either one skipping a M1000. What they probably will do is go and play until someone defeats them and since these tourneys are 2 weeks long now, they can play a round or two and lose gracefully or withdraw citing muscle soreness and then get ready for Rome.
Well they better make their minds up as the draw comes out tomorrow ( Monday)
I'm glad to see Tay commit to come over early and play on the dirt. Too bad none of the other top Americans did. Where is Ben, Tommy Paul and Big Toe?
I would say he learned his lesson. Too bad it came at the expense of a M1000 final after he sent Djoke packing.
I like it too. Will certainly help get his ranking up and hopefully a decent draw for Wimbledon.
One thing I have noticed with Ruud’s game is his backhand is doing much better and holding up. He also is moving forward, and he seems to be growing more comfortable at net. He probably does need to add someone on his team that works with him on his court positioning. It will definitely help him find more success on grass and hard courts.
It will help his game overall. Since he's not a huge hitter he's not likely to boss most of the points. The advantage for him will be to find ways to take the ball early, create different looks w/ spin and placement, and come to the net whenever he sees a clear advantage to do so.
