Category Archives: Wimbledon 2012

Cool head Luke, misguided Murray mania and the equal pay endgame: Reflections on round two

Posted on June 29, 2012 by

Cool head Luke Lukas Rosol’s five set victory against Rafael Nadal was one of those matches that leaves you frantically searching for superlatives. As far as upsets go, it’s arguably the biggest of the Open Era with only George Bastl’s … Continue reading →

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Easy money, self-flagellation and timely reminders: Wimbledon day one

Posted on June 25, 2012 by

Easy money It was another productive grass season for Potito Starace. Two matches, two retirements, a total of 16 games played. His reward? A mere €3,870 for his first round defeat to Flavio Cipolla in Rosmalen and then £14,500 for … Continue reading →

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No wildcard, no problem and other thoughts from the final round of qualifying

Posted on June 21, 2012 by

No wildcard, no problem Brian Baker was denied a main draw wildcard but breezed through qualifying to secure his first Wimbledon appearance in seven years with a 5-7 6-2 6-1 6-2 win against Maxime Teixeira. The AELTC decision now looks … Continue reading →

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Au revoir Arnaud and other thoughts from round one of Wimbledon qualifying

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

Au revoir Arnaud Arnaud Clement’s singles career came to an end in rather low-key circumstances with a narrow defeat to big-serving compatriot Kenny de Schepper today in Roehampton.

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