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Interesting Tennis Podcast with Christopher Clarey, talking mainly about Roger, obviously!
"They also discuss the comeback of Serena Williams, the state of the WTA Tour, and the issues of ‘grunting’ raised by Caroline Wozniacki." (see details below).
Clarey: 'Roger Federer is like this incredibly agile, well-preserved squirrel, and there are just nuts lying around everywhere and there’s no competition from the usual squirrels.’
"They also discuss the comeback of Serena Williams, the state of the WTA Tour, and the issues of ‘grunting’ raised by Caroline Wozniacki." (see details below).
Clarey: 'Roger Federer is like this incredibly agile, well-preserved squirrel, and there are just nuts lying around everywhere and there’s no competition from the usual squirrels.’
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Thanks for the above cromar. I will listen to it today. I heard one David Law episode where he spoke very lovingly about the young Federer. I have read some comments about this podcast and that Clarey talks about Pele, Messi (C. Ronaldo ) as perhaps more deserving of overall greatest sportsman. I adore football and Messi is a God but I would argue that you cannot measure across sports. Each is incomparable in their sport. I also am sick and tired of hearing Roger referred to as the greatest Male tennis player. Usain Bolt is the fastest human- nobody disputes that, do they? To me Roger is the GOAT- not GMOAT.
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wcr wrote:If we're showing CNN interviews with Roger, we cannot forget the best one ever.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM_dOoUXgLE
Before opening the yt, I knew you were talking about this interview. I love PP.
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ph∞be - I think you need to listen to the Podcast to fully appreciate the context in which Clarey made his comments about Messi and the likes. While discussing the extreme popularity of Roger, Clarey felt that considering the popularity of soccer/football around the world (in terms of number of fans) being far greater than tennis, he would have to put them ahead of Roger (not necessarily as a sportsman).
As far as the GMOAT, this is the new reality of 'politically correct' social media... and some will argue that Serena is the GOAT, as she has three more GS than Roger.
As far as the GMOAT, this is the new reality of 'politically correct' social media... and some will argue that Serena is the GOAT, as she has three more GS than Roger.
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While he was getting back (officially) to the top of the world rankings on Monday, Roger was basking in the sun at the top of world in his beloved Swiss Alps #Mottahütte @ArosaLenzerheid
:twitter:Adrian Bürgler @buerglermeister - Monday, 19 Feb. 19 2018
People cheering as he crossing the terrasse...
:twitter:Adrian Bürgler @buerglermeister - Monday, 19 Feb. 19 2018
People cheering as he crossing the terrasse...
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^^^
And Mirka and the girls, if I am not blinded by The Man.
And Mirka and the girls, if I am not blinded by The Man.
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Cromar wrote:ph∞be - I think you need to listen to the Podcast to fully appreciate the context in which Clarey made his comments about Messi and the likes. While discussing the extreme popularity of Roger, Clarey felt that considering the popularity of soccer/football around the world (in terms of number of fans) being far greater than tennis, he would have to put them ahead of Roger (not necessarily as a sportsman).
As far as the GMOAT, this is the new reality of 'politically correct' social media... and some will argue that Serena is the GOAT, as she has three more GS than Roger.
Wouldn't that make Margaret Court the greatest? She has more majors than Serena, doesn't she?!
It's a nonsensical argument, I believe, as women's tennis should be viewed as a separate sport, because the best of 3 sets in the majors means comparisons are flawed.
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I don't think we should wade into this territory. Because if we really want to compare apples and oranges then we definitely have to look at the fact that the women don't play 5 set matches, ever, as you say Milesahead . That makes what the men do so much more difficult. I agree that it is a different sport. And I don't think we should base an athlete's greatness on the popularity of their chosen sport either. How does that make any sense? Especially since soccer/football is a team sport. I would argue that as far as team sports go, Wayne Gretzky is the greatest. Just because hockey is a less popular sport worldwide than soccer doesn't make his achievements less impressive. There really is no formula that can be used to determine who is the greatest all-round athlete of all time. But I do think that longevity needs to be incorporated into that discussion.Milesahead wrote:Cromar wrote:ph∞be - I think you need to listen to the Podcast to fully appreciate the context in which Clarey made his comments about Messi and the likes. While discussing the extreme popularity of Roger, Clarey felt that considering the popularity of soccer/football around the world (in terms of number of fans) being far greater than tennis, he would have to put them ahead of Roger (not necessarily as a sportsman).
As far as the GMOAT, this is the new reality of 'politically correct' social media... and some will argue that Serena is the GOAT, as she has three more GS than Roger.
Wouldn't that make Margaret Court the greatest? She has more majors than Serena, doesn't she?!
It's a nonsensical argument, I believe, as women's tennis should be viewed as a separate sport, because the best of 3 sets in the majors means comparisons are flawed.
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I do feel that this male/female comparison has become much more prevalent after Serena's rise. Steffi's stats are better in many dimensions other than the number of Grand Slams and longevity but even in her heyday nobody talked about Steffi as the GOAT (men and women). To read articles which say that one of Roger's goals could be to overtake Serena's 23 is ludicrous.
I cannot compare across sports and I am an avid sports fan. However, to me Roger wields the tennis racquet in a way that no man or woman has ever wielded it so, yes, to me, Roger is the GOAT in tennis- male and female. Billie Jean King agrees.
I cannot compare across sports and I am an avid sports fan. However, to me Roger wields the tennis racquet in a way that no man or woman has ever wielded it so, yes, to me, Roger is the GOAT in tennis- male and female. Billie Jean King agrees.
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RogerNo.1Again wrote:And I don't think we should base an athlete's greatness on the popularity of their chosen sport either. How does that make any sense? Especially since soccer/football is a team sport. I would argue that as far as team sports go, Wayne Gretzky is the greatest. Just because hockey is a less popular sport worldwide than soccer doesn't make his achievements less impressive. There really is no formula that can be used to determine who is the greatest all-round athlete of all time. But I do think that longevity needs to be incorporated into that discussion.
Or Don Bradman, whose career averages are something like 40% better than his nearest rivals over decades (and cricket is played all over the world, including being the number 1 sport in India).
Roger is the best tennis player I've seen - male or female - not just in terms of his achievements, but in how he has achieved - such remarkable style (on and off the court!).
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L'Ilustré does it again... with a cute behind-the-scene story.
You probably saw the picture (posted earlier in the ATP Rankings thread) of Roger, with Ivan and Severin, and that big No. 1 in front of them. Well, that big prop is the creation of l'Illustré and this is the story of it's journey to Rotterdam and how Roger embraced it...
I was just thinking, reading this story, that a lot of people took great risk in expecting Roger to win that QF match, including this reporter!
Translated from French for you
You probably saw the picture (posted earlier in the ATP Rankings thread) of Roger, with Ivan and Severin, and that big No. 1 in front of them. Well, that big prop is the creation of l'Illustré and this is the story of it's journey to Rotterdam and how Roger embraced it...
I was just thinking, reading this story, that a lot of people took great risk in expecting Roger to win that QF match, including this reporter!
Translated from French for you
L'illustré in Federer's
Footsteps
Photographer Corinne Dubreuil took pictures of the Champion especially for our magazine.
On February 16 in Rotterdam, Roger Federer, magic, became the oldest number one in the world. Our photographer Corinne Dubreuil and our journalist Marc David were there for reporting on the event and an exclusive photo shoot.
By Marc David - L'Illustré
20 février 2018
The two great 'number 1' in sagex (styrofoam/polystyrene foam) had been fashioned, with much love, by a graphic designer from L'illustré. There was a big one and a little one, and my mission was to bring them into the agile arms of the one, we sensed, was going to become on that day the oldest number one of the tennis world: Roger Federer, 36 years old. On February 16, the Baseler only needed to reach the quarter-finals of the tournament in Rotterdam to once again occupy the king's throne he last held in November 2012.
After a multitude of peregrinations to transport these ultra-inconvenient objects through the airports - with as password the name of Federer... - I entered the Ahoy Arena, the stadium of 15 000 spectators, with the white number 1 under my arm to watch the game.
Credit: Corinne Dubreuil
Then, we needed to wait. Federer defeated the Dutchman Robin Haase at precisely 9:02 pm, but he did not appear for the photoshoot of L'Illustré, duly negotiated but still uncertain, until around midnight. It was worth the wait. Delighted, the champion immediately grabbed the big white number. He played with it, hugged it like a friend, and even took it to the players' restaurant to take pictures with his close friends, including his coach Séverin Lüthi, who came to visit him by surprise.
Credit: Corinne Dubreuil
Federer, Ljubicic and Lüthi were so happy with the shooting that they posted the photos on their Instagram profiles (below) and the champion did not forget to autograph the big No.1 for you, the readers of L'illustré.
Credit: Corinne Dubreuil
The next days, he beat Seppi and Dimitrov and won the tournament, the 97th of his career. "I'll never forget this week," he confessed.
You will find the story of these exceptional days in our edition that will be out on the newsstands tomorrow, February 21st. Eloquent and friendly, Federer talks about his future projects. He also expresses his admiration for the success of the Swiss at the Olympic Winter Games.
On February 16 in Rotterdam, Roger Federer, magic, became the oldest number one in the world. Our photographer Corinne Dubreuil and our journalist Marc David were there for reporting on the event and an exclusive photo shoot.
By Marc David - L'Illustré
20 février 2018
The two great 'number 1' in sagex (styrofoam/polystyrene foam) had been fashioned, with much love, by a graphic designer from L'illustré. There was a big one and a little one, and my mission was to bring them into the agile arms of the one, we sensed, was going to become on that day the oldest number one of the tennis world: Roger Federer, 36 years old. On February 16, the Baseler only needed to reach the quarter-finals of the tournament in Rotterdam to once again occupy the king's throne he last held in November 2012.
After a multitude of peregrinations to transport these ultra-inconvenient objects through the airports - with as password the name of Federer... - I entered the Ahoy Arena, the stadium of 15 000 spectators, with the white number 1 under my arm to watch the game.
Credit: Corinne Dubreuil
Then, we needed to wait. Federer defeated the Dutchman Robin Haase at precisely 9:02 pm, but he did not appear for the photoshoot of L'Illustré, duly negotiated but still uncertain, until around midnight. It was worth the wait. Delighted, the champion immediately grabbed the big white number. He played with it, hugged it like a friend, and even took it to the players' restaurant to take pictures with his close friends, including his coach Séverin Lüthi, who came to visit him by surprise.
Credit: Corinne Dubreuil
Federer, Ljubicic and Lüthi were so happy with the shooting that they posted the photos on their Instagram profiles (below) and the champion did not forget to autograph the big No.1 for you, the readers of L'illustré.
Credit: Corinne Dubreuil
The next days, he beat Seppi and Dimitrov and won the tournament, the 97th of his career. "I'll never forget this week," he confessed.
You will find the story of these exceptional days in our edition that will be out on the newsstands tomorrow, February 21st. Eloquent and friendly, Federer talks about his future projects. He also expresses his admiration for the success of the Swiss at the Olympic Winter Games.
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^^^
Do you know if it is possible to buy just one nr. of the magazine?
Do you know if it is possible to buy just one nr. of the magazine?
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Excited to be heading to Monaco for the @LaureusSport Awards! Good luck to all the Nominees see you next week #Laureus18
— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) February 23, 2018
Visit the Laureus Awards 2018 thread for the list of nominees and details/comments about the Laureus awards.
Roger Federer to attend Laureus awards rather than compete in Dubai Championships
By Matthew Treadwell - Skysports
Last Updated: 23/02/18 10:41pm
Roger Federer has decided to attend the Laureus awards ceremony in Monte Carlo rather than take up a wild card invitation to next week's Dubai Championships.
Tournament director Salah Talhak has confirmed Federer, the oldest man to be ranked No 1 in the world, will not feature in the United Arab Emirates event.
Talhak is confident the seven-time champion intends to play the event in 2019, however.
"I understand and I believe whatever's good for him is good for us. You can't really push him more," Talhak told Sport360.
"Had he not won in Rotterdam he would have definitely come here."
Federer has tweeted his intention to travel to Monte Carlo next Tuesday to attend the Laureus awards ceremony where he is again a nominee.
"Excited to be heading to Monaco for the @LaureusSport Awards! Good luck to all the Nominees - see you next week #Laureus18," he tweeted.
Federer cannot lose the world number one spot next week, even if Rafael Nadal wins the ATP 500 in Acapulco.
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Márcia wrote:^^^
Do you know if it is possible to buy just one nr. of the magazine?
Both the paper version and epaper are offered only by subscription online and it's for Swiss residents only!
There was however this mentioned about an App for iPad:
"Pour les non-abonnés qui souhaiteraient consulter le e-Paper, nous vous invitons à télécharger l'application iPad de L'Illustré qui vous propose les e-Papers de chaque édition en paiement à l'unité." I can't test it as I don't have an iPad!
This is the link: L'Illustre for iPad
I suppose, the best would be to get one of our friendly Swiss fans here to buy one and mail it to you
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Thank you, cromar
I normally do it with my friends in France, who buy for me a lot of newspapers, magazines... Poor friends! Me neither, I don't have an iPad. I will try any other solution. Argh!!!!! Roger!
Thank you, cromar
I normally do it with my friends in France, who buy for me a lot of newspapers, magazines... Poor friends! Me neither, I don't have an iPad. I will try any other solution. Argh!!!!! Roger!
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Cromar wrote:Márcia wrote:^^^
Do you know if it is possible to buy just one nr. of the magazine?
Both the paper version and epaper are offered only by subscription online and it's for Swiss residents only!
There was however this mentioned about an App for iPad:
"Pour les non-abonnés qui souhaiteraient consulter le e-Paper, nous vous invitons à télécharger l'application iPad de L'Illustré qui vous propose les e-Papers de chaque édition en paiement à l'unité." I can't test it as I don't have an iPad!
This is the link: L'Illustre for iPad
I suppose, the best would be to get one of our friendly Swiss fans here to buy one and mail it to you
Cromar, is it possible for you to scan and post the pages here for us to read?
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