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Butternut Tue 26-Jun-12 18:01:11

Rafel Nadal has just won his first round. smile What a nice man he is.

Andy Murray on court now - I am a fan.

I watch little television as a rule, except for this fortnight which I thoroughly enjoy!

soop Sun 08-Jul-12 20:37:31

Good grief! Was trying to type without specs...not a good idea!!!

soop Sun 08-Jul-12 20:18:58

I'm very ptoud of Andy. He gave of his best. Roger is a rremarkable champion and deserved to win. Andy's speech made me cry.

MaggieP Sun 08-Jul-12 19:36:32

I agree AlisonMA, I wonder if he will now propose to Kim.
How emotional it was and shows he does have a heart!

Ariadne Sun 08-Jul-12 19:17:03

Well, glad that's over. Also now we (and I mean DH and me) re in the middle of watching the Tour; now there are some lovely legs and bottoms! blush

AlisonMA Sun 08-Jul-12 18:47:22

A great match. Andy gave him a run for his money and did very well for his first final at Wimbledon. Wishing him well for next year. When is he going to marry that pretty girl?

Grossi Sun 08-Jul-12 18:42:02

So happy for Roger Federer smile ! Congratulations to Andy too for putting up a brave fight.

Butternut Sun 08-Jul-12 18:38:21

A great match by two terrific players. I felt so keenly for Andy, and admired his tenacity and sensitivity. A fine young man. smile
Well done Federer!

crimson Sun 08-Jul-12 18:33:33

Never, ever thought I'd shed tears for Andy Murray but I did just now. I wish they'd just let the losers slip away after these games, but how brave and eloquent he was. Glad Federer has beaten Sampra's record, however. I do think that Murray is getting better and his day will come.

whenim64 Sun 08-Jul-12 18:27:37

What an honourable pair they both are. I felt so sad for Andy Murray and all the family and friends he had around him, when I saw them crying as he tried to speak. And aren't Roger's little girls adorable? smile

whenim64 Sun 08-Jul-12 18:17:09

Yeaaaaahhhh! Roger has done it again. He's first in the world again - amazing. So sorry for Andy, and I bet he'll be in the final again next year. What a smashing match!! smile grin

nanaej Sun 08-Jul-12 17:36:16

Ahh! I lived in Wim for many years but know nothing about the tennis ..went to look round with the WI!!! The museum was interesting but expensive..would not pay to go!

whenim64 Sun 08-Jul-12 17:32:40

When the roof is closed they have to adjust the air circulation and organise the lighting according to the prevailing daylight. That's why it takes 20 minutes or so.

nanaej Sun 08-Jul-12 17:29:58

Not sure why either..maybe waiting for roof to close??

mrsmopp Sun 08-Jul-12 16:52:28

I must be completely dim but why does rain still stop play at Wimbledon - surely the posh new roof should mean play can continue whatever the weather.
Unless they really do need a breather?

AlisonMA Sun 08-Jul-12 16:22:38

He has done well so far, let's hope the rain break gives him a second wind!

pammygran Sun 08-Jul-12 15:37:56

Help! Watching the mens finals...no fingernails left! Come on Murray!!!

nanaej Sun 08-Jul-12 15:22:10

One of the ball boys on Centre Court was a pupil at the school where I was HT! Well done him..this is his 5th & final year as a BB. his brother is also a BB at Wimbledon. But congrats to David!

nanaej Sun 08-Jul-12 14:32:00

Pop--pap---pop---pap good luck Andy Murray..make a bit of history!

merlotgran Sun 08-Jul-12 14:07:52

I can't understand why they don't have the roof closed. A hold up will not be welcome.

NannaB Sun 08-Jul-12 09:42:31

Marray and Murray wouldn't that be perfect! (Button or Hamilton to win at Silverstone that would be just great!)

Butternut Sun 08-Jul-12 08:30:20

Agreed, Jacey. sunshine

Jacey Sat 07-Jul-12 21:13:02

flag Well done Marray and danish partner flag

A Wimbleon win flag

flowerdew Sat 07-Jul-12 17:23:16

My very best wishes go to Andy Murray for tomorrows match with Federer I do hope he is able to play his very best Tennis,and give us a long awaited win.My friend Mavis and I are delighted to have seen his success this far and hope now he can reach his goal

Jacey Fri 06-Jul-12 20:42:51

flag and we stand a chance with the men's double finals too!

Butternut Fri 06-Jul-12 19:06:39

I did that last year, Mishap - We had a great time. smile

There's always the floor!