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he was doing SO many crazy things on the court and making it look so easy. those... all the dinks and drops- and I think he was looking one way to throw Joker off, and dinking/dropping the other way... in perfect spots- every time. just insane. and I mentioned that he got a racket to every ball joker hit (I saw) except one. so discouraging to hit your best shot, running the guy all over the place and STILL not pass him.
Oh, right! Those too. He was just on fire. Not sure the torch has really been passed just yet, TBH. Djoker beats virtually anyone yesterday. Probably including Alcaraz plenty of times.
. well... yeah! the court is on the perimeter of the complex, abutting Corona Park and the employee back of house area. if it wasn't the park, it was the employees. or both! I was smelling it all day... which is normal.
We were at Alcaraz’ practice - it was ridiculously crowded, and a long wait. I would have skipped it, but my wife was on a mission…We went to the US Open yesterday... floppinha's home court (where she does her classes) is there. and unrelated (since there were people from all over)- her program was part of the Generation Next thing, where they have kids get on the center courts and do demos. she had a blast playing on Louis Armstrong... albeit, with a red ball, kid's racket (provided by them... but not to keep) on a short court and 23 other kids. the racket was so small, she couldn't get two hands on it for her backhand, so was hitting a one-handed backhand- and damn well at that!
we watched Pegula, casper ruud and some unknowns practice and then caught some matches. watched a bunch of Thiem- crowd was very behind him. watched a set of Sloane Stevens (sounds like it tunred into an epic 3 setter... but we had to leave partway through the 2nd set). we wanted to watch Alcaraz practice, but the timing was off for us, and the crowd at the practice court was huge.
and... we watched one of the unknowns we had seen practice dismantle 8th ranked Sakkari (who I had heard from multiple people in the know was going to make a deep run this year).
later, I read in the papers... and it's increased international spread... that Sakkari smelled pot during her match
but what's interesting- media being what it is and all- that the news comments about it headline how she's "complaining" about the pot as part of her loss. not at all what the full comments are about- she talks about it matter of factly as part of the match, even saying that it's normal- often smelling cigarettes, pot, food, etc. but the media has latched onto it.
For US Open, if you buy Arthur Ashe or lower Louis Armstrong tickets you get full access everywhere. If you buy general admission grounds tickets, you get access everywhere but lower Louis (can still get into upper) or anywhere in Arthur Ashe.
We went to the US Open yesterday... floppinha's home court (where she does her classes) is there. and unrelated (since there were people from all over)- her program was part of the Generation Next thing, where they have kids get on the center courts and do demos. she had a blast playing on Louis Armstrong... albeit, with a red ball, kid's racket (provided by them... but not to keep) on a short court and 23 other kids. the racket was so small, she couldn't get two hands on it for her backhand, so was hitting a one-handed backhand- and damn well at that!
we watched Pegula, casper ruud and some unknowns practice and then caught some matches. watched a bunch of Thiem- crowd was very behind him. watched a set of Sloane Stevens (sounds like it tunred into an epic 3 setter... but we had to leave partway through the 2nd set). we wanted to watch Alcaraz practice, but the timing was off for us, and the crowd at the practice court was huge.
and... we watched one of the unknowns we had seen practice dismantle 8th ranked Sakkari (who I had heard from multiple people in the know was going to make a deep run this year).
later, I read in the papers... and it's increased international spread... that Sakkari smelled pot during her match
but what's interesting- media being what it is and all- that the news comments about it headline how she's "complaining" about the pot as part of her loss. not at all what the full comments are about- she talks about it matter of factly as part of the match, even saying that it's normal- often smelling cigarettes, pot, food, etc. but the media has latched onto it.
So cool! Enjoy today... What matches will you see?We were at Alcaraz’ practice - it was ridiculously crowded, and a long wait. I would have skipped it, but my wife was on a mission…
We got in after ~45 minutes, with seats about 3 rows up. I was surprised how bulky Alcaraz looks IRL, more like a sprinter than tennis player.
Anyway, it was fun to watch. And my wife was rewarded for her patience with an autographed ball
D2 we watched the entire Dmitrov match, a really good 5-setter. And speaking of marijana, she was the umpire!
Wednesday is our last day. Any good restaurant recs in Queens? We’re pescatarian, and like desserts, FWIW.
that is correct.
Thiem- Shelton atmWe went to the US Open yesterday... floppinha's home court (where she does her classes) is there. and unrelated (since there were people from all over)- her program was part of the Generation Next thing, where they have kids get on the center courts and do demos. she had a blast playing on Louis Armstrong... albeit, with a red ball, kid's racket (provided by them... but not to keep) on a short court and 23 other kids. the racket was so small, she couldn't get two hands on it for her backhand, so was hitting a one-handed backhand- and damn well at that!
we watched Pegula, casper ruud and some unknowns practice and then caught some matches. watched a bunch of Thiem- crowd was very behind him. watched a set of Sloane Stevens (sounds like it tunred into an epic 3 setter... but we had to leave partway through the 2nd set). we wanted to watch Alcaraz practice, but the timing was off for us, and the crowd at the practice court was huge.
and... we watched one of the unknowns we had seen practice dismantle 8th ranked Sakkari (who I had heard from multiple people in the know was going to make a deep run this year).
later, I read in the papers... and it's increased international spread... that Sakkari smelled pot during her match
but what's interesting- media being what it is and all- that the news comments about it headline how she's "complaining" about the pot as part of her loss. not at all what the full comments are about- she talks about it matter of factly as part of the match, even saying that it's normal- often smelling cigarettes, pot, food, etc. but the media has latched onto it.
So cool! Enjoy today... What matches will you see?We were at Alcaraz’ practice - it was ridiculously crowded, and a long wait. I would have skipped it, but my wife was on a mission…
We got in after ~45 minutes, with seats about 3 rows up. I was surprised how bulky Alcaraz looks IRL, more like a sprinter than tennis player.
Anyway, it was fun to watch. And my wife was rewarded for her patience with an autographed ball
D2 we watched the entire Dmitrov match, a really good 5-setter. And speaking of marijana, she was the umpire!
Wednesday is our last day. Any good restaurant recs in Queens? We’re pescatarian, and like desserts, FWIW.
We watched Pegula on the same court where Alcaraz practiced next. But dumb dad misread the times, thinking Alc would be there at 11, not 12. We had seats behind the light pole halfway up above the tent on the end right at 11.
After 20 mins of watching Pegula, both 12yo girls and other dad wanted to go watch matches and not hang out another 40 to watch Alc. I was on the fence, figuring that would be the highlight of the day, but also aware we had been there since 8am (call time for the Gen Next kids and parents) and that all of us were already getting burned out without having watched a match yet. So we hopped over to the Grand Stand to watch Thiem instead.
No queens restaurant tips, sorry. I know there are lots of good Indian and Greek spots (and more varied international food)... Just not specifics that Google couldn't tell you.
Thiem- Shelton atmWe went to the US Open yesterday... floppinha's home court (where she does her classes) is there. and unrelated (since there were people from all over)- her program was part of the Generation Next thing, where they have kids get on the center courts and do demos. she had a blast playing on Louis Armstrong... albeit, with a red ball, kid's racket (provided by them... but not to keep) on a short court and 23 other kids. the racket was so small, she couldn't get two hands on it for her backhand, so was hitting a one-handed backhand- and damn well at that!
we watched Pegula, casper ruud and some unknowns practice and then caught some matches. watched a bunch of Thiem- crowd was very behind him. watched a set of Sloane Stevens (sounds like it tunred into an epic 3 setter... but we had to leave partway through the 2nd set). we wanted to watch Alcaraz practice, but the timing was off for us, and the crowd at the practice court was huge.
and... we watched one of the unknowns we had seen practice dismantle 8th ranked Sakkari (who I had heard from multiple people in the know was going to make a deep run this year).
later, I read in the papers... and it's increased international spread... that Sakkari smelled pot during her match
but what's interesting- media being what it is and all- that the news comments about it headline how she's "complaining" about the pot as part of her loss. not at all what the full comments are about- she talks about it matter of factly as part of the match, even saying that it's normal- often smelling cigarettes, pot, food, etc. but the media has latched onto it.
So cool! Enjoy today... What matches will you see?We were at Alcaraz’ practice - it was ridiculously crowded, and a long wait. I would have skipped it, but my wife was on a mission…
We got in after ~45 minutes, with seats about 3 rows up. I was surprised how bulky Alcaraz looks IRL, more like a sprinter than tennis player.
Anyway, it was fun to watch. And my wife was rewarded for her patience with an autographed ball
D2 we watched the entire Dmitrov match, a really good 5-setter. And speaking of marijana, she was the umpire!
Wednesday is our last day. Any good restaurant recs in Queens? We’re pescatarian, and like desserts, FWIW.
We watched Pegula on the same court where Alcaraz practiced next. But dumb dad misread the times, thinking Alc would be there at 11, not 12. We had seats behind the light pole halfway up above the tent on the end right at 11.
After 20 mins of watching Pegula, both 12yo girls and other dad wanted to go watch matches and not hang out another 40 to watch Alc. I was on the fence, figuring that would be the highlight of the day, but also aware we had been there since 8am (call time for the Gen Next kids and parents) and that all of us were already getting burned out without having watched a match yet. So we hopped over to the Grand Stand to watch Thiem instead.
No queens restaurant tips, sorry. I know there are lots of good Indian and Greek spots (and more varied international food)... Just not specifics that Google couldn't tell you.
Yeah, it was a good match until Thiem tapped.Thiem- Shelton atmWe went to the US Open yesterday... floppinha's home court (where she does her classes) is there. and unrelated (since there were people from all over)- her program was part of the Generation Next thing, where they have kids get on the center courts and do demos. she had a blast playing on Louis Armstrong... albeit, with a red ball, kid's racket (provided by them... but not to keep) on a short court and 23 other kids. the racket was so small, she couldn't get two hands on it for her backhand, so was hitting a one-handed backhand- and damn well at that!
we watched Pegula, casper ruud and some unknowns practice and then caught some matches. watched a bunch of Thiem- crowd was very behind him. watched a set of Sloane Stevens (sounds like it tunred into an epic 3 setter... but we had to leave partway through the 2nd set). we wanted to watch Alcaraz practice, but the timing was off for us, and the crowd at the practice court was huge.
and... we watched one of the unknowns we had seen practice dismantle 8th ranked Sakkari (who I had heard from multiple people in the know was going to make a deep run this year).
later, I read in the papers... and it's increased international spread... that Sakkari smelled pot during her match
but what's interesting- media being what it is and all- that the news comments about it headline how she's "complaining" about the pot as part of her loss. not at all what the full comments are about- she talks about it matter of factly as part of the match, even saying that it's normal- often smelling cigarettes, pot, food, etc. but the media has latched onto it.
So cool! Enjoy today... What matches will you see?We were at Alcaraz’ practice - it was ridiculously crowded, and a long wait. I would have skipped it, but my wife was on a mission…
We got in after ~45 minutes, with seats about 3 rows up. I was surprised how bulky Alcaraz looks IRL, more like a sprinter than tennis player.
Anyway, it was fun to watch. And my wife was rewarded for her patience with an autographed ball
D2 we watched the entire Dmitrov match, a really good 5-setter. And speaking of marijana, she was the umpire!
Wednesday is our last day. Any good restaurant recs in Queens? We’re pescatarian, and like desserts, FWIW.
We watched Pegula on the same court where Alcaraz practiced next. But dumb dad misread the times, thinking Alc would be there at 11, not 12. We had seats behind the light pole halfway up above the tent on the end right at 11.
After 20 mins of watching Pegula, both 12yo girls and other dad wanted to go watch matches and not hang out another 40 to watch Alc. I was on the fence, figuring that would be the highlight of the day, but also aware we had been there since 8am (call time for the Gen Next kids and parents) and that all of us were already getting burned out without having watched a match yet. So we hopped over to the Grand Stand to watch Thiem instead.
No queens restaurant tips, sorry. I know there are lots of good Indian and Greek spots (and more varied international food)... Just not specifics that Google couldn't tell you.
Shelton kid is danged entertaining.
Yea. I’ve seen this story before. Hope I’m wrong.
Not really
As much as I love Federer and in his prime think he was better. Jokers fitness level takes him over the top. He’s got 2-5 more years of relevance. He’s definitely the best ever.
Agreed
1 and 2 separate sides
So why wouldn’t the 2 and 3 be in the same bucket or side then?
Gutted through that game and saved those break points.
Really laboring. I'll be shocked if he can get to a fifth set.
Nope.
Fun match. I am afraid Z will be fodder for Carlitos in two days.
And that he has to whisper everything.
Well Eubanks is a player and commentator so...
It used to be because you could have the exact same semifinal matchups every single tournament. This isn't a once a year thing. It would happen almost every single major and big event. So it would be 1) boring and 2) sometimes players styles are better suited to beat another player. Same thing for 5-8 being randomized. Allows for different matches. We even do this at the club level to a certain extent.
Makes sense. I just wanted to see Medvedev take out Joker again lol
