.... its started


Rafeal Nadal has gone back to Spain.

Canada and Australia in the starting blocks

I've been to many AOs, and watched many on TV, but I can't remember them ever starting on a Sunday   :-/

Not fair, dad's at work while wife and kids are staying in a very nice Melbs hotel and going to the tennis :(

https://i.ibb.co/wyBTDjg/11.jpg

UGH! Tennis, YUCK!

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 7:46pm:

I've been to many AOs, and watched many on TV, but I can't remember them ever starting on a Sunday   :-/

Today is Monday--- so just as well then!!!

Gordon wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 7:54pm:

Not fair, dad's at work while wife and kids are staying in a very nice Melbs hotel and going to the tennis :( https://i.ibb.co/wyBTDjg/11.jpg

well you work for your wife and kids don't you? Suck it up dad?

Jovial Monk wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 8:06pm:

UGH! Tennis, YUCK!

   you could try to be interested Monk!!!

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 8:10pm:

Gordon wrote on Jan 15th, 2024 at 7:54pm: Not fair, dad's at work while wife and kids are staying in a very nice Melbs hotel and going to the tennis :( https://i.ibb.co/wyBTDjg/11.jpg well you work for your wife and kids don't you? Suck it up dad?

I love that they're having fun, just wish I was with them :(
.

ijust save it up for the last couple of days..then go and watch the best part keep an eye pn the telly so you know whats going on.......



I  messed with your post Gidron- I did not mean too  ( mistake_)  sorry dude!

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 8:08pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 15th, 2024 at 7:46pm: I've been to many AOs, and watched many on TV, but I can't remember them ever starting on a Sunday   :-/ Today is Monday--- so just as well then!!!

It started yesterday.

I'm pretty sure yesterday was Sunday.

Why did they start on a Sunday? 

It's always started on a Monday, or am I mistaken?   :-/

The Joker match was good last night.

I thought he would lose after the 2nd set.

not that it matters Pecca, but you are right.

Bobby. wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 8:46pm:

The Joker match was good last night. I thought he would lose after the 2nd set.

I wished he did- give someone else a chance !!

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 9:36pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 15th, 2024 at 8:46pm: The Joker match was good last night. I thought he would lose after the 2nd set. I wished he did- give someone else a chance !!

I didn't want to see him knocked out in the first round.   :o

His opponent was half his age - only 18.
Maybe the Joker is finished?

Why didn't you put this topic in the Sport forum???

:-? :-? :-?

Off topic is all the rage now!

Cats and Critters topics in what is supposed to be the Environment board because the retard modding that knows absolutely NOTHING about the environment or ecology.

Jovial Monk wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 10:12pm:

Off topic is all the rage now! Cats and Critters topics in what is supposed to be the Environment board because the retard modding that knows absolutely NOTHING about the environment or ecology.

Your MRB forum is full of my environment topics - you shonk.

Like what?

Jovial Monk wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 10:15pm:

Like what?

On your first page of topics:


https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1704828097

https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1675564365/585#585

https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1705266024

https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1705205512

https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1704801195

https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/tennis/naomi-osaka-falls-in-australian-open-first-round-nearly-17-months-since-last-grand-slam-match/3746508/

Naomi Osaka falls in Australian Open first round —

nearly 17 months since last Grand Slam match
Naomi Osaka lost in the first round of the 2024 Australian Open to France's Caroline Garcia
By Julia Elbaba • Published 4 mins ago      • Updated 29 seconds ago      



The 26-year-old Japanese tennis star Osaka lost in the first round of the 2024 Australian Open on Monday to No. 16 seed Caroline Garcia 6-4, 7-6. It was Osaka's first Major match since the 2022 U.S. Open.

Garcia, a 30-year-old from France, managed to remain unbroken on her serve against one of the best returners in the game.

that is a terrible shame BOBBY the one thing i love about tennis is there is very little room for cheating-I.ll be back tomorrow.



nite all.

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philperth2010 wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 10:06pm:

Why didn't you put this topic in the Sport forum??? :-? :-? :-?

start one there Philperth- Ill be there as well- I love tennis.

Hjikata  vs   Struff   result -

Struff wins in a thrilling game.

I thought this was about immigration....................

The tennis is so good it's keeping me up late.  :-[

Bobby. wrote on Jan 15^th, 2024 at 10:19pm:

Jovial Monk wrote on Jan 15th, 2024 at 10:15pm: Like what? On your first page of topics: https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1704828097 https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1675564365/585#585 https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1705266024 https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1705205512 https://www.ozpolitic.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1704801195

That is just science stuff and there is no science board.

now who won the canada australia match?

I missed it ( yes I did) will catch up on that- the next match is  starting in a moment..so get your seat.

"Today's matches include: Thanasi Kokkinakis (AUS) v Sebastian Ofner (AUT). Live play continues."

https://www.9now.com.au/australian-open-tennis

Above is the link so you can veiw them for free!!

Bobby. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 12:22am:

The tennis is so good it's keeping me up late.  :-[

It used to do that to me as well...not so much now though!!!

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 3:26pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 12:22am: The tennis is so good it's keeping me up late.  :-[ It used to do that to me as well...not so much now though!!!

The Hjikata  vs   Struff match last night was as exciting as any final match.

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 3:06pm:

now who won the canada australia match? I missed it ( yes I did) will catch up on that- the next match is  starting in a moment..so get your seat. "Today's matches include: Thanasi Kokkinakis (AUS) v Sebastian Ofner (AUT). Live play continues." https://www.9now.com.au/australian-open-tennis Above is the link so you can veiw them for free!!

Bobby. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 3:33pm:

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 3:26pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 12:22am: The tennis is so good it's keeping me up late.  :-[ It used to do that to me as well...not so much now though!!! The Hjikata  vs   Struff match last night was as exciting as any final match.

must get a look at that one then.

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 3:48pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 3:33pm: Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 3:26pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 12:22am: The tennis is so good it's keeping me up late.  :-[ It used to do that to me as well...not so much now though!!! The Hjikata  vs   Struff match last night was as exciting as any final match. must get a look at that one then.

Nothing beats live action -
it went down to a tie break in the 5th set  !!

Hjikata  started the tiebreak winning every point but
then it changed and he lost the match.

Kokinakis ( australia )

Ofner       ( austria)

Both playing at the same level now- 5/5


Aussie now in front-- all very good !!~

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 4:16pm:

Kokinakis ( australia ) Ofner       ( austria) Both playing at the same level now- 5/5 Aussie now in front-- all very good !!~

https://www.espn.com.au/tennis/story/_/id/39311460/australian-open-2024-tennis-results-aussies-wrap-day-3-olivia-gadecki-thanasi-kokkinakis-ajla-tomljanovic-max-purcell

Day 3: Kokkinakis prevails in five-set thriller.

Bobby. wrote on Jan 16^th, 2024 at 8:06pm:

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 16th, 2024 at 4:16pm: Kokinakis ( australia ) Ofner       ( austria) Both playing at the same level now- 5/5 Aussie now in front-- all very good !!~ https://www.espn.com.au/tennis/story/_/id/39311460/australian-open-2024-tennis-results-aussies-wrap-day-3-olivia-gadecki-thanasi-kokkinakis-ajla-tomljanovic-max-purcell Day 3: Kokkinakis prevails in five-set thriller.

Thank you Bobby- I just cannot get a whole match in now- not good !

.... and I thought this was going to be about the contest to immigrate here ..........

its late but i made it in- no pms etc- this is good.  back on board tomorrow for the tennis. nite all

I have been dealing with an emergency so havent been making posts- my daughter in america!

Does anyone have any info on it I will take a look now.

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Sorry bout  this but its today and yesterdays stuff just been completed- read it  and try to make sense of it

The Joker is in to the 1/4 final -

he pummeled his opponent just now.


today
Fourth round Rod Laver Arena vs Mannarino

     
N. Djokovic  6,0   6,0  6,3


     

Hello Bobby,

Well you are the only one who kept up with  the tennis- so pleased the The Joker is coming along there- he is good there is no doubt about it and he has Rafa and Federer upset about that as well.Rafa went back to Spain I think but that just gives him better time to breathe I guess- no distractions- I always saw the genius in him even when he was messing around before he took it up seriously, he had some definite talent that he just played with- but who knew he would all of a sudden take himself seriously- its all good anyway.

I have not been watching because my my comp has been suffering a few  things and in the next couple of days it should be back to normal- thank f/uck for that!!!

My daughter is still messing around in the USA but I doubt I can bring her back here- I will have to see what happens there-

I should be able to watch some Tennis soon- so upset about my comp taking this time to play stupid games on me-

I know the Joker will win it anyway but it would have been nice to see it. I hope you are making notes and there are times when I won't be able to even log in. So if you could record some scores that would be awesome- you are so good at it- Im counting on you - take care and enjoy the tennis Bobby !!

Thanks Aggy,

Just watched the Alcaraz vs Zverev match - what a nail biter.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/live/tennis/67779889


Alexander Zverev beats Carlos Alcaraz 6-1 6-3 6-7 (2-7) 6-4 in men's quarter-finals

German will play Daniil Medvedev, who beat Hubert Hurkacz 7-6 (7-6) 2-6 6-3 5-7 6-4

Qualifier Dayana Yastremska beats Linda Noskova in straight sets to reach first major semi-final

Zheng Qinwen beats Anna Kalinskaya 6-7 (4-7) 6-3 6-1 to reach women's singles semi-finals

Britain's Neal Skupski and American partner Desirae Krawczyk reach mixed doubles final

that last post was pretty awesome Bobby- you have a way with words- maybe you could take it up as a sports announcer- I  see the possibility there!!! 

Going to check out the sports channel now-

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 12:19pm:

that last post was pretty awesome Bobby- you have a way with words- maybe you could take it up as a sports announcer- I  see the possibility there!!!  Going to check out the sports channel now-

Thanks,
but I copied and pasted those words.
Not sure if this is correct?
What exact times?

https://www.yourtv.com.au/guide/melbourne/


Australian Open Day 13

12:00PM - 4:00PM

CC

Today's matches include: Hsieh (TPE)/Zielinski (POL) v Krawczyk (USA)/Skupski (GBR) and Novak Djokovic (SRB) v Jannik Sinner (ITA). Live play from 12:00PM AEDT.



Australian Open Afternoon 13

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Today's matches include: Novak Djokovic (SRB) v Jannik Sinner (ITA). Live play continues.

Daniil Medvedev beat Hubert Hurkacz 7-6 (7-6) 2-6 6-3 5-7 6-4.

   Best match of the AO.

AusGeoff wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 12:57pm:

Daniil Medvedev beat Hubert Hurkacz 7-6 (7-6) 2-6 6-3 5-7 6-4.    Best match of the AO.

I missed that.    :-[

today

Semi-final·Rod Laver Arena  2:30 pm

Serbia
     1      
N. Djokovic
     
Italy
     4      
J. Sinner

J. Sinner and the Joker playing now- a good match up-

Novak loses 6 to 1 in the first set –

Time for him to pack his bags.

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 2:25pm:

Novak loses 6 to 1 in the first set – Time for him to pack his bags.

He should have got vaccinated.

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 2:18pm:

J. Sinner and the Joker playing now- a good match up-

Don't drag me into this discussion Agnes.

Oh dear -

the Joker loses 2 to 6 in the second set -

he's finished - will he retire now?

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 3:01pm:

Oh dear - the Joker loses 2 to 6 in the second set - he's finished - will he retire now?

He's about to win the third set.

Although, the young guy will have more stamina to see out five sets.

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 3:42pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:01pm: Oh dear - the Joker loses 2 to 6 in the second set - he's finished - will he retire now? He's about to win the third set. Although, the young guy will have more stamina to see out five sets.

Unbelievable - the Joker wins the 3rd set 8 to 6.     :o

What an exciting game.

Sinner leads 2 sets to 1.

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 4:17pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:42pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:01pm: Oh dear - the Joker loses 2 to 6 in the second set - he's finished - will he retire now? He's about to win the third set. Although, the young guy will have more stamina to see out five sets. Unbelievable - the Joker wins the 3rd set 8 to 6.     :o What an exciting game.

We have ourselves a five-setter.

Will youth win out in the end?

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 4:19pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 4:17pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:42pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:01pm: Oh dear - the Joker loses 2 to 6 in the second set - he's finished - will he retire now? He's about to win the third set. Although, the young guy will have more stamina to see out five sets. Unbelievable - the Joker wins the 3rd set 8 to 6.     :o What an exciting game. We have ourselves a five-setter. Will youth win out in the end?

I think the Joker is a bit skinny -
he's on a vegetarian diet  - he needs a proper Aussie steak.

3kg more of muscle would help him.

It's all back-hand, fore-hand - between Bobby and Peccary.
Will Agnes call... d'jeuce?

Sinner leading 4 to 1 in the 4th set - it's all over for the Joker.

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 4:21pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 4:19pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 4:17pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:42pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 3:01pm: Oh dear - the Joker loses 2 to 6 in the second set - he's finished - will he retire now? He's about to win the third set. Although, the young guy will have more stamina to see out five sets. Unbelievable - the Joker wins the 3rd set 8 to 6.     :o What an exciting game. We have ourselves a five-setter. Will youth win out in the end? I think the Joker is a bit skinny - he's on a vegetarian diet  - he needs a proper Aussie steak. 3kg more of muscle would help him.

A COVID jab or two wouldn't hurt either.

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 4:56pm:

A COVID jab or two wouldn't hurt either.

Shut up - Covid jabs are for old people in rest homes.   ::)

Sinner wins the match  6 to 3 in the 4th set.

The Joker packs his bags and goes home.    :'(

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 5:11pm:

Sinner wins the match  6 to 3 in the 4th set. The Joker packs his bags and goes home.    :'(

It was a great match.

I've never heard of that young Italian before - he's a hell of a player.

Hopefully he'll win again on Sunday.

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 5:24pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 5:11pm: Sinner wins the match  6 to 3 in the 4th set. The Joker packs his bags and goes home.    :'( It was a great match. I've never heard of that young Italian before - he's a hell of a player. Hopefully he'll win again on Sunday.

He'll win easily -
he's too strong for anyone else.

Peccary & Bobby do well playing with each other in Tennis.

Daniil Medvedev v Alexander Zverev (GER)  on now.

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 5:28pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 5:24pm: Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 5:11pm: Sinner wins the match  6 to 3 in the 4th set. The Joker packs his bags and goes home.    :'( It was a great match. I've never heard of that young Italian before - he's a hell of a player. Hopefully he'll win again on Sunday. He'll win easily - he's too strong for anyone else.

This was evident as I saw it--he was bringing some good shots out and Novak didn't reply with very much- almost as if he were tired ?

I stopped taking much notice cos I  was sure he would pick up and whip that guys ass- but there you go.   

I'm glad he won it-

Whose going to be in the final now though? Now I  will have to take notice- its a new situation. Fed or Rafa would have secured that spot....!

Hey look Agnes.
I beat the Joker Choker.  :D

Medvedev wins the tiebreak -
he's 2 sets to 1 down

4th set now.   :)

https://www.bbc.com/sport/live/tennis/67779893

Summary

    Listen to 5 Sports Extra commentary at top of page (UK only)

    NOW: Daniil Medvedev 5-7 3-6 7-6 (7-4) Alexander Zverev for place in final

    Winner will play Jannik Sinner, who stunned defending champion Novak Djokovic 6-1 6-2 6-7 (6-8) 6-3

    Djokovic was on 33-match winning streak at Melbourne Park

    Italian fourth seed Sinner is in to first major final

Tiebreak for the 4th set.    :o

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 5:24pm:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 5:11pm: Sinner wins the match  6 to 3 in the 4th set. The Joker packs his bags and goes home.    :'( It was a great match. I've never heard of that young Italian before - he's a hell of a player. Hopefully he'll win again on Sunday.

A very good player. I don't think I could concentrate on my tennis if I had a girlfriend like his!

Maria Braccini

https://birthdaywiki.com/uploads/33732/maria-braccini-birthday-282x300.jpg

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 10:20pm:

Tiebreak for the 4th set.    :o

It's gone to the 5th set.   :o

Medvedev wins.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/live/tennis/67779893


Daniil Medvedev beats Alexander Zverev 5-7 3-6 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 to book place in final.

Men's final - Sinner vs Medvedev -

Live play from 7:30PM AEDT -   Sunday night 

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26^th, 2024 at 11:09pm:

Men's final - Sinner vs Medvedev - Live play from 7:30PM AEDT -   Sunday night

This sounds awesome- and my first guess would be Medvedev is going to win it but that is a very loose and fast guess. Will have to wait and see-

Thank you for your great commentary Bobby- well done,keep it up if you so wish- :D :D

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 27^th, 2024 at 5:25am:

Bobby. wrote on Jan 26th, 2024 at 11:09pm: Men's final - Sinner vs Medvedev - Live play from 7:30PM AEDT -   Sunday night  This sounds awesome- and my first guess would be Medvedev is going to win it but that is a very loose and fast guess. Will have to wait and see- Thank you for your great commentary Bobby- well done,keep it up if you so wish- :D :D

No worries -

I think Sinner will win -
no one else has defeated the Joker.

Novak Djokovic Was Asked “Is This Beginning Of End?”; His Reply Was Brilliant

38,843 views  Jan 26, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbKRZ-IzomU

He is losing that cocky streak I see, this is good. That cockiness does not endear him to many- esp. me.

I watched wheelchair tennis today and I must say that they made me feel appreciative of my good health- it looks so difficult.

The Netherlands won over Japan today. She had a fabulously fit body and she made short work of the Japanese player, who tried her best but to no avail.

the Japanese player was not as fit but obviously fit enough to be in the final of the championship!!! De Groot and FRied Rice

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 27^th, 2024 at 2:32pm:

He is losing that cocky streak I see, this is good. That cockiness does not endear him to many- esp. me.

I think guys like him don't know when to retire.
It's better to retire on top than when you're beaten by kids half your age.

they keep going cos of the money- its well paid and it is their only job- so they will keep going just to bring the money in...

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 27^th, 2024 at 3:02pm:

they keep going cos of the money- its well paid and it is their only job- so they will keep going just to bring the money in...

The Joker doesn't need any more money.

https://www.marca.com/en/lifestyle/celebrity-net-worth/2024/01/25/65b2a215e2704ecc0e8b45c6.html

Between all 24 titles he's won, Novak Djokovic has earned an estimated $165 million USD.
Between that and all his sponsorship deals throughout his career,
Forbes estimates Novak Djokovic is worth an estimated $250 million.

He may have spent $200 million already. He might need to play a few more years to get more or even pay off debts and lets not forget about his 'taxes'.

Jasin wrote on Jan 27^th, 2024 at 3:32pm:

He may have spent $200 million already. He might need to play a few more years to get more or even pay off debts and lets not forget about his 'taxes'.

He'd owe some tax for sure but he could pay it
and still be worth at least $100 million.

I dont have a clue what the women's lineup looks like- we have only been talking about the mens tennis- I will go have a look now that I mention it ! Womens final coming up!

The women’s final of the Australian Open 2024 was played between Aryna Sabalenka and Qinwen Zheng. Aryna Sabalenka won the match and defended her title by defeating Zheng Qinwen in straight sets 6-3, 6-212.

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I missed it completely but I am a fan of mens tennis- its awful really- but thats the way I am!! sorry!

Women's tennis is sexy.
The way they handle those balls before serving them up for a good forehand and backhand. No strings attached action! :D

Jasin wrote on Jan 28^th, 2024 at 1:17am:

Women's tennis is sexy. The way they handle those balls before serving them up for a good forehand and backhand. No strings attached action! :D

Indeed.

But our Lord Mayor of Perth, sometimes Channel 7 commentator hoping to soon enter politics (with the Liberal Party, of course) and all round idiot Basil Zempilas doesn't seem to think so.

Basil Zempilas defends himself after viral tweet causes outrage


Quote:

Perth Lord Mayor and Liberal Party hopeful Basil Zempilas says his comments about women's tennis during a press conference announcing his planned entry into state politics have been misconstrued.

Quote:

Mr Zempilas appears to refer disparagingly to the women's Australian Open final as a "reserve game".

You really should make sure the microphone is turned off before "speaking your mind", Baz.

Here's what he had to say on X (formerly Twitter).


Quote:

Basil Zempilas @BasilZempilas 17h I need to make absolutely clear the conversation I had with @9NewsPerth reporter @GenoveseMichael today is being reported totally incorrectly. Before today's press conference Michael and I were talking about how presenting the news when a big sporting event is on at the same time means a small audience will watch the news. I then say to Michael words to the effect "are you reading the news tonight?" He says yes and I say "the tennis is on tonight isn't it?" He then says "the women's final" And I then say referring to reading the news against that broadcast "it's like the reserves then". Reading the news against the tennis was what I was referring to as "being the reserves". Not the tennis. I can not make that any clearer or be any more emphatic. It is totally disingenuous and flat out wrong to suggest otherwise and I will not be accused of having said something I did not say. I am certain Michael will verify this. Jan 27, 2024 · 6:43 AM UTC

Nice try Baz but I don't think the majority of the 1,475 people who replied believe you. Here's several:


Quote:

Looby Lou @loobylouwales 16h Replying to @BasilZempilas @kamingock @9NewsPerth @GenoveseMichael Why did you look so aghast then when told you were on a hot mike after that comment? You knew exactly what you’d been recorded saying Jan 27, 2024 · 6:59 AM UTC

Quote:

A.i.m @aimyaimless 16h Replying to @loobylouwales @BasilZempilas @kamingock @9NewsPerth @GenoveseMichael The look said more than the words! Jan 27, 2024 · 7:20 AM UTC

Quote:

Just Jules. @JustJul77588855 16h Replying to @loobylouwales @BasilZempilas @kamingock @9NewsPerth @GenoveseMichael I've been waiting so long for this wanker to reveal his true self. Perth can be quite a small place & watch more skeletons float to the surface Jan 27, 2024 · 7:30 AM UTC

Yes... Basil really is a wanker.

Jasin wrote on Jan 28^th, 2024 at 1:17am:

Women's tennis is sexy. The way they handle those balls before serving them up for a good forehand and backhand. No strings attached action! :D

They try to make it sexy -
the girls all wear little mini skirts.
Why can't they wear shorts like the men?

Medvedev will win the 2024 Australian Open !!

Novak was tired, but this guy will put up his best!!

My money is on Sinner.

I just found out that he was born in a town very close to where my father was born.

I've actually been there, and remember having lunch in a very nice little cafe.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Innichen

He's a great player - I hope he wins.

As the Americans say, I'll be rooting for him.

that sounds like a good thing to hold onto Pecca, but i dont have any such loyalties to either player, Im going for medvedev just because --- but anyway they both look good I think.

I don't have a feeling of  excitement in me yet- hoping it will come later!

Gee. I think I'll have to go for J.Sinner.
I don't know why, maybe just a hunch or something? :-/

Sinner looks bad tonight -

lost the first set 6 to 3.

1 all in the 2nd set.

med looks good cos he is good- he is working hard tonight-

I watched Med a couple of years ago- he was playing with clinical precision- he is the same now- a hard worker..

Med winning 5 to 2 in the 2nd set.

It's a boring game - not like the semi finals.

Medvedev winning 2 sets to 0.   :o

3/6,  3/6.

He will win it..no doubt about it!!!

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 28^th, 2024 at 8:49pm:

He will win it..no doubt about it!!!

Sinner doing better in 3rd set - he's leading 5 to 4.

Sinner wins the 3rd set 6 to 4.

We have a game now.

Medvedev winning 2 sets to 1.

The Russian is tired.

Will Sinner be a winner?

greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 28^th, 2024 at 9:28pm:

The Russian is tired. Will Sinner be a winner?

Who knows- it could be a ploy!

2 sets each - we're going to the 5th set.    :o

Glad when it's over.

Which one is wearing the tightest shorts for you Agnes?

I need my sleep- going to bed now- one good thing about today is- my daughter is coming home- I love her so much !!



Go Medvedev.-, you champion.  ;) :D

Sinner wins the AO.   

https://www.bbc.com/sport/live/tennis/67779985

Jannik Sinner beats Daniil Medvedev 3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3 6-3 to win Australian Open men's singles title
Italian fourth seed Sinner, who knocked out 10-time champion Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals, was appearing in his first major final.

I lose so did medvedev-I dont really like sinner but doesnt matter- nite all..

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 28^th, 2024 at 10:46pm:

I lose so did medvedev-I dont really like sinner but doesnt matter- nite all..

Sweet Dreams thinking of J.Sinner.  :D

Eric Stoltz wins the Australian Open!

Well done, to both players - it was a great match.

The entire crowd booed when Albo's name was mentioned.    :)

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/01/28/sport/jannik-sinner-daniil-medvedev-2024-australian-open-spt-intl/index.html

Jannik Sinner overcame a two-set deficit to defeat Russia’s Daniil Medvedev
3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3 in a thrilling five-set final and claim the men’s Australian Open title on Sunday,
becoming the first Italian man to win a grand slam since 1976.

The 22-year-old’s remarkable comeback capped off a special tournament for Sinner, one in which he had defeated world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the semifinals on route to his first-ever grand slam final and ended with his maiden major title.

Such drama provided a fitting finale for a tournament which has featured an incredible 35 five-set thrillers, equaling the Open Era record for any grand slam, as Medvedev raced to a two-set lead, initially heaping pressure on the young Italian who was left defending from every corner of the court in the wake of the No. 3 seed’s precise, aggressive approach.
TOPSHOT - Fans of Italy's Jannik Sinner, dressed as carrots, gestures during his men's singles match against France's Alexandre Muller on day two of the Roland-Garros Open tennis tournament at the Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris on May 29, 2023. (Photo by Emmanuel DUNAND / AFP) (Photo by EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP via Getty Images)

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But, as the match went on, Sinner fought back, readjusted his own tactics and began outlasting his opponent during longer rallies. Suddenly, he had won the third set, breaking Medvedev for the first time as the Russian served to stay in the set and the tide began to shift.

That momentum carried Sinner through the fourth and fifth sets as he overturned the deficit and became the youngest male player to win the Australian Open since 2008, as well as just the third Italian man to ever win a grand slam.

For Medvedev, it was a cruel echo of the 2022 Australian Open final he lost to Rafael Nadal when he had once again let a two-set lead slip. Following his defeat against Sinner, the 27-year-old made some unwanted history by becoming the first player in the Open Era to lose multiple grand slam finals in such fashion.

It had been a long, gruelling route for him to even reach the final, playing in three five-set epics and spending almost 21 hours out on the court before Sunday’s clash with Sinner and, as the match crept into its closing stages, that fatigue began to show.

Well - Australia IS wide open.....

I'm such a good tennis player.  :D

I thought he was going to win but still a much better player than Sinner... sides which I just dont like him.

You can be my ball girl any day Agnes.  :D

Jasin wrote on Jan 30^th, 2024 at 9:47pm:

You can be my ball girl any day Agnes.  :D

But I like guys Peanut BUTTER!!

Agnes.. wrote on Jan 30^th, 2024 at 9:59pm:

Jasin wrote on Jan 30th, 2024 at 9:47pm: You can be my ball girl any day Agnes.  :D But I like guys Peanut BUTTER!!

;D ;D ;D ;D
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