Tag Archives: John Isner

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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The future is now: Australian Open day five

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

Nine days into the Australian Open and I’ve officially succumbed to time-zone induced ADD. Last night, five set matches were just too much for me. I delved in and out of several and by the time I found one captivating … Continue reading →

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Incompetent Kader, demented Dave and breaking with Baggy: Reflections on a crazy day 3

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Incompetent Kader and Demented Dave I think I need therapy. As a long-time Davd Nalbandian fan you’d think I’d be used to him blowing matches he has no right to lose but it doesn’t get any easier. That disgusting officiating played … Continue reading →

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There’s no excuse for the new American dirtphobia

Posted on May 5, 2011 by

Another European clay tournament, another dire performance by the American players. Andy Roddick, Mardy Fish and Sam Querrey all bowed at first hurdle in Madrid while John Isner fell the first time he came up against a non-American. When you … Continue reading →

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