Rodders Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 I think he will play, but more or less it will be a farewell run, and Wimbledon 2023 would be where he'd finish - at a guess. But by then he'd be 42. I mean Christ it's mental how long he's lasted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboyangel Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 This is a massive story, not only about sport but how the Chinese government controls its citizens. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 1 minute ago, theboyangel said: This is a massive story, not only about sport but how the Chinese government controls its citizens. 2 months until the winter Olympics in Peking. World of sports sure loves putting competitions in horrible places as longs as they are paying. Very brave of the tennis world to go against China. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 Fair play to the WTA. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 Massive from the WTA this and absolutely called for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 Quote Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai has denied making an accusation of sexual assault, in her first media interview since alleging a top Chinese leader had coerced her to have sex. Ms Peng sparked global concern when she disappeared from public view after posting the allegations online. She has now said there had been "a lot of misunderstandings" about the post. The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) said it was still concerned that she was being censored by the state. In the video interview with Lianhe Zaobao, a Singaporean Chinese-language newspaper, Ms Peng explained: "I have never said or written that anyone sexually assaulted me. This point must be emphasised very clearly." Now there's a surprise https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-59723676 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidcow Posted December 20, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted December 20, 2021 30 minutes ago, Xela said: Now there's a surprise https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-59723676 Thank god for that, I'm so relieved. Good to know the poor girl was never harmed and it was all a big mistake. Thank goodness it's come from her now as well instead of some pretend tweet. And to think some folk doubted the party that is for the people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 20 hours ago, sidcow said: Thank god for that, I'm so relieved. Good to know the poor girl was never harmed and it was all a big mistake. Thank goodness it's come from her now as well instead of some pretend tweet. And to think some folk doubted the party that is for the people. I, for one, will welcome our new Chinese overlords, when they eventually take over. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreveryoung Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 I see she's out and finished the re-education. What did people expect her to say?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 Anti-vaxxer Novak Djokovic given an exception by Australian authorities so that he can play in the Australian Open. Feels problematic to me and not sure if it sends a good signal even thou I imagine there is huge pressure from sponsors to have him in the tournament. I have a strong feeling that the NBA have taken the same approach with Lebron James for the very exact reasons but doubt we'll ever get the truth if that is the case. Would be a monumental scandal that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 2 minutes ago, sne said: Anti-vaxxer Novak Djokovic given an exception by Australian authorities so that he can play in the Australian Open. Feels problematic to me and not sure if it sends a good signal even thou I imagine there is huge pressure from sponsors to have him in the tournament. I have a strong feeling that the NBA have taken the same approach with Lebron James for the very exact reasons but doubt we'll ever get the truth if that is the case. Would be a monumental scandal that. Doesn't matter how many slams he wins, he will never be regarded as better then Federer or Nadal. Dislikeable fella but as you say most probably down to money in this instance, it's the route of all evil especially in sport. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 Just now, Phil Silvers said: Doesn't matter how many slams he wins, he will never be regarded as better then Federer or Nadal. Dislikeable fella but as you say most probably down to money in this instance, it's the route of all evil especially in sport. Probably not, he seems like a moron. That said I absolutely hate Nadal and I'm 100% convinced he's used doping, epo/blood doping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 15 minutes ago, sne said: Probably not, he seems like a moron. That said I absolutely hate Nadal and I'm 100% convinced he's used doping, epo/blood doping. No idea whether he has or not, would put Roger in a league of his own if true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fun Factory Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 They have backed down as he is the only big star left in men's tennis. Disappointing. Tennis has a lot of challenges once the big 4/3 finally all retire and also Serena Williams. I can see a lot of changes with the mens slams going to 3 sets until the final. People can't be bothered to watch 3 hours at a time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 6 minutes ago, The Fun Factory said: They have backed down as he is the only big star left in men's tennis. Disappointing. Tennis has a lot of challenges once the big 4/3 finally all retire and also Serena Williams. I can see a lot of changes with the mens slams going to 3 sets until the final. People can't be bothered to watch 3 hours at a time. I much prefer the women's game because of this, the Raleighs are more entertaining then the men's. There have been some classic matches of course but they are becomg so few and far between. Good move for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreveryoung Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 9 minutes ago, Phil Silvers said: I much prefer the women's game because of this, the Raleighs are more entertaining then the men's. There have been some classic matches of course but they are becomg so few and far between. Good move for me. Yes we believe you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 You'd think it would be a better spectacle without him steamrolling his way to winning the tournament. Does he really add that much interest and money to it on his own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Fun Factory Posted January 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted January 4, 2022 39 minutes ago, Phil Silvers said: I much prefer the women's game because of this, the Raleighs are more entertaining then the men's. There have been some classic matches of course but they are becomg so few and far between. Good move for me. Yes it is a superior bike 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulC Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 A lot of players have already dropped out, the competition would be meaningless without him. He might not be the most liked but without doubt hes the GOAT whether people like it or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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