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šŸŽ¾Calling all Wimbledon watchersšŸ†! Views and Comments?

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ixion Mon 01-Jul-24 08:58:01

A platform for news, views and comments this Wimbledon fortnight.

Andy - how far will he get?
Who will be the most annoying presenter(s)?
Any Brits to look out for?
Anyone here going?

And not forgetting Lucca, who loved the game and the Championship🌻.

Jaxjacky Sat 06-Jul-24 18:07:05

His Mum isn’t very pleased šŸ˜

merlotgran Sat 06-Jul-24 18:16:54

Jaxjacky

His Mum isn’t very pleased šŸ˜

She’ll just have to suck it up. Andy could have pulled out at any time because of his back.

Bellasnana Sat 06-Jul-24 18:36:04

Wow! That was a shock to see Swiatek going out.

Rekarie Sat 06-Jul-24 18:38:41

Bellasnana

Wow! That was a shock to see Swiatek going out.

It was! I think she was in a state of shock as well.

NotAGran55 Sat 06-Jul-24 19:01:31

I think Emma pulled out because it was pointless, and she wanted to watch the footie with her mates šŸ˜Ž

Grandmadinosaur Sat 06-Jul-24 20:21:46

It is sad about Emma’s decision. In an interview Martina said she was surprised about it too. She said players often do this and then go out in the next round. It’s possible but I think it shows Emma’s determination so fingers crossed. She is the last Brit standing.

Sorry to see Ons lose out too today. Ditto Harriet Dart.

Callistemon213 Sat 06-Jul-24 20:34:45

merlotgran

Jaxjacky

His Mum isn’t very pleased šŸ˜

She’ll just have to suck it up. Andy could have pulled out at any time because of his back.

Yes, she will.

How embarrassing, Judy!
He's a grown man now, love.

Grandmadinosaur Sat 06-Jul-24 20:37:48

Have I missed something? What has Judy Murray done/said?

Callistemon213 Sat 06-Jul-24 20:51:28

She's upset with Emma Radacanu for pulling out of the mixed doubles with Andy. Although perhaps very annoyed is an exaggeration; she said the decision was astonishing.

Grandmadinosaur Sat 06-Jul-24 21:26:05

Oh dear. We are all upset about it but that’s life.

LauraNorderr Sat 06-Jul-24 21:28:32

Anyone watching Djokovic Popyrin. Very exciting.

Grandmadinosaur Sat 06-Jul-24 21:38:27

Yes. Come on Popyrin šŸ¤ž

LauraNorderr Sat 06-Jul-24 21:40:25

Djokovic has won the tie break, he’s through.

Grandmadinosaur Sat 06-Jul-24 21:40:56

Missed the end flicking around on Fb 😬

Grandmadinosaur Sat 06-Jul-24 21:41:28

Yes just saw his interview.

Nannylovesshopping Sun 07-Jul-24 09:54:44

LauraNorderr

Djokovic has won the tie break, he’s through.

An amazing player, but spoils it by being a dick, what’s with the violin out etc., no wonder he is never the crowds favourite!

Callistemon213 Sun 07-Jul-24 10:02:27

Nannylovesshopping

LauraNorderr

Djokovic has won the tie break, he’s through.

An amazing player, but spoils it by being a dick, what’s with the violin out etc., no wonder he is never the crowds favourite!

It did look as if he was taking the Mickey out of his opponent but perhaps thst wasn't what he meant.
Strange.
I am warming to him a bit, he is more gracious now in interviews.

Remember Andy Murray at first? Ungracious, made himself unpopular south of the Border with some of his remarks. Now he's a National Treasure!

Grandmadinosaur Sun 07-Jul-24 10:17:42

I hold my hands up I wasn’t Andy Murray’s biggest fan at first. He won me over showing his emotions over the years.
I can’t see Djokovic ever doing that. I can’t wait for his retirement.

Nannylovesshopping Sun 07-Jul-24 11:40:46

Tbh I just want Djokovic to be beaten by a fabulous player, a Brit would be the icing on the cake!

DamaskRose Sun 07-Jul-24 13:52:43

I think Andy Murray would have understood Emma Raducanu’s decision, both professional sports people, not to mention (Judy Murray, I’m looking at you) adults. I like Sinner but I’m hoping Alcaraz will win. Oh, and that somebody will beat Djokovic in five sets. So sorry to see Ons Jabeur go out. Rod Laver there today.
Apologies to whoever said that no tennis fan she knew liked Andrew Castle. Wimbledon is the highlight of my year and I actually don’t mind him. He’s the light relief in the commentary box, telling us about the slebs etc. Nick Kyrgious is the one who irritates me with his babbling on, over play, about nights out and his bad behaviour, I for one don’t need reminding. 🤬

vegansrock Sun 07-Jul-24 14:59:10

Didn’t realise Wimbledon on today. Excuse to put feet up. Alcaraz on now. Radacanu later.

Callistemon213 Sun 07-Jul-24 15:01:36

vegansrock

Didn’t realise Wimbledon on today. Excuse to put feet up. Alcaraz on now. Radacanu later.

It never used to be on on the middle Sunday, perhaps they need to catch up on because of the rain.

DamaskRose Sun 07-Jul-24 15:09:16

It’s been played on Sunday since 2022. According to Professor Google.

Bellasnana Sun 07-Jul-24 15:13:33

I’m thoroughly enjoying watching Alcaraz v Humbert. Very entertaining so far!

Shez1955 Sun 07-Jul-24 15:42:43

Sad for Keys but like Jasmine although she has some dips playing. I’m backing Coco!