The Gays and Tennis, Part 192 -- US Open, the Business End

What a glorious OP to kick off this episode.

Moist!

When carpet season start?

Are you happy now, serial lister of nicknames who wasted the space of a dozen or more better posts?

Jeez—get a life and let the threads unspool in their own time…

Go Carlos!!!

Go FAA!

Go Naomi!!

Go JPEG and BoobsPlus!

R3 the disgusting WTA feasts on carpet all year long!

Why the hell is R4 so upset? It's not like there's a thread limit. A "dozen or more better posts" can be posted in the followup thread. Plus, seems like a good time to run out the thread before today's play starts.

C'mon Babs!

^^^this Asian guy looks very very special

Sounds like he is again at today's match against Jpeg

To be sure.

Shanghai nepotism-baby from NYU

The Asian guy reminds me of attending the indoor carpet tournament they used to play at Wembley Arena in London in the 80s.

There was an old woman in the crowd who was, apparently, an Ivan Lendl superfan - as unlikely a concept as that seems. She would constantly and conspicuously shriek "LEEEEEEEEEEEEEEENDLLLLLLLLLLLLL" in a quavering old lady voice as soon as the after point cheering died down - which would then provoke hilarity from the crowd.

[quote] this Asian guy looks very very special

Momgoloid?

As much as I hate Iga, these girls better wake up because if she wins this USO, at only 24 Iga will be a 7 time grand slam champion. At this point the conversation will shift from iga #1 player in the world to IGA in contention to become one of the greatest players of all time.

I bet things will get ugly when he runs into a Japanese Karolina Muchova stan in the Honey Deuce line.

[quote] this Asian guy looks very very special

Mongoloid?

R17 too funny.

I saw on social media, Iga's fav subject in school was MATHS!

I fear for the safety of our Gaysian Barborafreak.

Hopefully someone can do a wellness check on her.

I read that Iga has NO relationship with her mother. How sad

Need Honey Deuce now...and make it double!

Paolini gets more Polish love from her family than Iga.

Coco V just said that Lechechka will try to suffocate Carlos by the depth of his balls

R27 Pics please TIA!

Continuing in a similar vein, I feel Jiri's ass really doesn't get enough attention...

Would you believe her grandmother was Miss America.?

That was Coco’s career high point.

Ug

ly

Solid win from JPeg though I was hoping Barbie would take it

Pegula is so boring, she must have lulled Barbora to sleep

Pegula is the Korean AI Sinner.

Du-double LL.

With that buzz hair cut, Alcaraz looks like a love child between Lincoln Burrows and Caillou.

At least Jiri's making this match somewhat competitive. It might actually go over 2 hours!

Here Jere threre

I jinxed it!

Thy name is poison!

Hold me, David!

I hope Carlos wins. At least he makes it fun.

I believe that, in fact, he did win.

Kim Clijsters didn’t age the way I’d anticipated.

Even lunatic Owen Jones is defending Linehan on twitter.

Wrong thread

^^^^ wrong thread, obviously.

Clijsters got fat.

Jiri looks like a Bel Ami power top - not that there’s anything wrong with that.

Marketa OuT!!!

^^^^ you mean out of the tournament or out as a dyke?

Both!!

Fucked her knee on the practice court. She was in tears, apparently. Sad.

Demi Schuurs is the dkyiest dyke who ever dyked.

Vondrousova out fucking sucks. At this point, there's no other matches to watch when there's a walkover. First week it isn't a problem when there's always multiple matches overlapping.

So I assume Novaxx and Boss Daddy start at 7?

Linehan for the Slam title!

who the what?!

Asses ASSume.

8:10 pm

They should bring Novaxx's match forward. You know that would royally piss him off!

They probably won't change it at this late hour since the players' daily schedule was based on starting at 8 pm or later today.

Maybe they will put Venus and Leylah and Taylor on Ashe, though that would piss off everyone who bought tix for Armstrong.

It will be moved only if they both agree.

More butts please.

TT and Siniakova are making minced meat out of Leylah and Vee.

Oh, well. It was fun while it lasted.

Yeah, Siniakova and TT are the best doubles team I didn't expect Granny V to win, but after winning three rounds, I'd expect Fernandez-Williams to lose like 6-2, 6-3 or something. A pretty big victory by the top team, but at least showing some competitiveness by Venus-Fernandez.

Fernandez could be a formidable force in doubles with the right partner.

JFC that match was not 'all about Venus'. What a stupid-ass thing for Stubbs to say.

I thought Marketa might take the whole thing. Gutted for her.

She gave up…

Why is Fritz referred to as Boss Daddy? He's not a boss. And he's not a daddy. Please enlighten me.

American mimbo.

R70 literally he’s a daddy—from years ago. How clueless are you?!

Some people really should be timed out 70

I sense Fritz will suffer a beating at the hands of Novaxx. A beating so great a la Bublik v Sinner

It's a bit tragic the only thing of interest about Fritz is that he has a child.

Fritz is shitzing the bed.

SSOB Daddy!!

I don't think there's enough 'there' there with Fritz's game to trouble an on-form Novak (or Sinner, or Carlos...). I think Number 4 is as good as it gets for him.

Goota be one of the strongest lineups on the women's side on decades. Everyone in the quarters have been a GS finalist

I wish I could see the backside of Bjorn in these tiny shorts!

These are his short shorts

He didn't have much of an ass.

I know it's fucking hard, but 8 break points gone begging, Taylor, EIGHT?!?!?

Fritz is not winning this match

^^^Unless he can win the 3rd, 4th and 5th sets.

Taylor just doesn't have what it takes to compete with the top guys. He is nowhere near their level. Fritz's place is with the likes of Tiafoe and Korda

R83 8 seems to be a magical number for the Taylor s

One would think that Taylor would have more support playing before an American crowd

Elizabeth Banks is cheering for both players. Guess she is clapping for anyone who does something good

R88, he's not showing enough fight.

Your PP doesn’t love you, Daddy

How depressing to be soundly beaten by someone's who's twice the age you were when you fathered your first kid.

Fritz-;38% first serve %

Novaxx- 75%

Fritz, you dummy.

There's no there there.

This is worse tha the Bublik smackdown

And people say I'm stupid!

At least I put my gear on right-side up.

Come on! Lerner Tien won a set against Novaxx.

Djokovic is desperate to compete with Carlos. Fritz is done and dusted, just a minor hurdle . Djokovic would love to win the semis against Carlos and I bet if he wins he will mock Carlos' golf/racket victory celebration schtick

Sorry what is this there there running commentary

Tay Tay can't convert the big points. Choker.

Carlos will win the men's championship

Naomi will won the women's

Pegula will face Naomi in the Finals

If Fritz could stop hitting shots into the net, that would help.

Thx Chrissie

OP's photo- He's bent over properly to TAKE IT LIKE A MAN 🍆

I don't understand how players who practice tens of thousands of shots keep hitting into the net. Not very professional.

There’s still hope!

Can McEnroe STFU about attitude? His has been historically horrible.

Time to really focus now, Taylor.

Jesus, Taylor, that last service game - no first serves? YOU FUCKING HAD HIM!

How can you not despise arrogant Novaxx?

At least I now feel pretty relaxed that Carlitos should beat him without too many problems on Friday.

R110, because he’s a great player. You can tell the man truly is passionate about the sport. So many of you sound like jealous whiney babies about him.

I didn't even watch the Novaxx match. I hate him so much. I can only watch once I know he's lost.

He should auction off his dirty shorts/undies/jock for charity.

Beautiful job as always OP with selecting the thread pic. I don't know who it is but that's a great ass...

R115 it's Argentine, Camilo Ugo Carabelli.

R112, that's ridiculous. Nobody's disputing that Novaxx is a great player. That doesn't change his level of arrogance, tone deafness, and absolute unlikability. The same can be said of his predecessors, "great" players like Lendl, Nastase, Connors and McEnroe. We're not jealous. We're disgusted.

^ Agree. You can admire his amazing tennis and phenomenal records while despising him personally, which I wholeheartedly do. I fervently hope Carlitos defeats him in straights.

Why would anyone here feel jealousy towards a specific tennis player? They all lead lives and enjoy wealth and fame beyond (I would imagine) any of us could hope to attain? Why would we single out a specific player? Oh yes... because he has a particularly noxious personality.

I respect his achievements, his records, his single-minded focus across so many years, his ability to be clutch in key moments - the contrast with Fritz in this regard was stark last night - but I will always root against him because of his extreme arrogance and narcissism.

Well, you must be a much better person than I am R119 because I don't respect anything about Djokovic at all. Any sporting talent he has is completely overshadowed by what an appalling person he is on every level.

It's a shame, really, because when Djokovic first appeared, he was likable - cheerful, jokey, happy to strip off..

FAA Team or Demon Team?

Milk Truck Team or Iga Team?

Il Gingio Team or Luvly Lore Team?

Move ovah Team or Labubu Team?

Demon Team - but equally happy to see FAA win

Milk Truck Team

Il Gingio / Never Novaxx Team (my heart, however, is with Lore)

Muchova Team

Lovely Lore explains his backhand.

[quote]Labubu Team

I can't even say Taylor had flashes of brilliance last night. It was pure, dumb luck that he took the third set. I think Nole threw him a bone because it was so ridiculous.

That match was so boring (even though it wasn't in straight sets) that I flipped over to Paramount to watch the last episodes of Yellowstone. That match was on par with Sakkari playing a night match last week.

Taylor keep your fingers out of your butt! Who do you think you are - Rafa?

There’s only one top tennis talent Taylor….and it’s not the one from L.A.

He was weak tea!

His own coach was trashing him on tv lol

I think Taylor's problem is his motivation. he's lazy, he's not as hard working as he can be

Not a tennis fan, but I did want to pop in to congratulate the OP or OPs of these threads for their photo curation. They brighten up the joint.

Tennis, like football (soccer) is all about the ass and legs…

and oldie but a goodie

Pat Rafter wins the US Open 1997

Demon Eyes on the prize - first set to the Aussie.

I want a Billie Jean King labubu

R135, Osaka has one named Billie Jean Bling. I think she might have had it made because it wears oversized glasses.

FAA levels up after a tie-break. This could ver a very loooooooooong match.

Felix is brining it. Hope he hangs on.

I like De Minaur a lot, but I'm hoping that FAA will win, mainly because I think he will match up much better against Sinner.

Allez Félix!

Felix!!

FELIX!!!

Yay. FAA defeats Demenaur

I'm sure someone has already mentioned this (I haven't read every comment in the various threads so far), but Sinner's outfit color at this US Open is unfortunate. The other night his sweat made it look like his shorts were stained and he had pissed himself or had an unfortunate diarrhea episode. Combined with his very stiff manner of walking, it wasn't a flattering look. Not as bad as Jess Pegula's period stained top, but definitely not good.

Happy for Felix, but my God the level in that match was mediocre.

I hate the labubu crazy but Osaka has used them to pay tribute to legends of the game. Mad respect.

Yep, r145, as indicated by a fourth-set tiebreaker with four double faults, two from each player.

Amanda broken by Iga in the opening game.

I can't look...

Oh, thank fuck for that. She's on the board.

Yay, Amanda’s on the board!

Yay!! Let's go Amanda!

First set to Amanda!!!

Amanda's tits looks like granny tits, they hang so low!!!

Do your balls hang low

Can you swing them to and fro

Can you tie them in a knot

Can you tie them in a bow Do your balls hang low

Can you swing them to and fro

Can you tie them in a knot

Can you tie them in a bow

Can you swing them over your shoulder

ADM is just one of those people I don't like. There's no tangible reason. Good looking, seems like a nice guy, polite, little drama, not obnoxious on court generally. Yet, he bugs me and I don't root for him.

The Milk is fresh today!

"Talk to the hand! I'm serving for the match"

Amanda should kiss that net for that lucky break on her third match point. Things could have gotten really messy if the ball had fallen instead on her side of the net.

AA dumps Iga

Not a good Open for Poles & hats

I couldn't be any happier!

Loved loved loved watching Siwatk flailing in the wind on that last point. Sweet sweet revenge

Happy Iga was stuffed some humble pie by the NY crowd

Yes Amanda!!!

Yayyy! USA! USA!!!

And that, Peppa, is the type of net cord that one really should apologize for.

Thank you Boob Lady!

Sweet sweet Siwatek tears

R155 i know what you mean. I cant stand Demenaur either.. However I think youre missing something he looks entitled and rude

Yeah, I don't like him either...

Could any of you hear/understand what Osaka just mumbled in her interview prior to going on court?

Somebody take a Labubu and shove it down her fucking throat!

A fuming Iga had a testy back and forth with a journo who asked of she felt like she needed a mental break.

In response Siwatek answrs no and to the journalist. Do YOU need a mental break??

R155, who in tarnation are you taking about?

R172 She should've have told the reporter to go fuck a Labubu.

Pam Shriver jump scare!

Iga is arrogant and rude

I actually have no problem with Iga's personality. She's unapologetically 'all business' with her tennis, which includees post-match interview nonsense. She ain't lettin' anybody take up her time. But that's all that we get to see for the most part.

Iga has zero personality. not likeable at all. cold.

I liked the reporters comeback to Iga's why are you still here? He answered " gotta get to the end of the tournament...ACE "

Osaka might win the whole thing!!!

Muchova's hamstring/thigh is toast.

Iga is unlikable. Has zero social skills it seems, might be on the spectrum. She makes that Chinese player look like the life of the party

As much as I like Naomi, I want more of an All American women's final

Muchova's tennis is always top tier

My god, the commentary is like listening to a group of lobotomy victims. Just innane.

C'mon Muchova, send her on another mental health break!

Naomi's dress looks heavy

So happy Iga lost that match. Just watched the match in full. What a glorious ending

Taylor Townsend is in the Women's Doubles Finals

Muchova is OVAH!

Please Boob Lady, save the US Open!

All my faves are winning today. Musetti youre up next. Let's see what you got...

Muchova is a delight to watch despite getting overpowered tonight. It’s fun to see how the top Czech girls have kept some of the Navratilova style alive. Taylor Townsend had a good run with her serve-volley gadfly antics, but the entire time she was losing against Ova-krejčík, all I kept telling the TV is "you’re not gonna out-Czech a great Czech player".

Chrissie must be gagging for a labubu in her honour. Martina too.

Anna's skill testing question: What shade of blue is Sinner wearing tonight?

Is Barb lez or just Eastern Euro cane face?

Bloodbath on Arthur Ashe

Lezzz

Another boring as fuck Sinner match

That Italian swagger; Fognini's was comical, but Musetti has perfected it

Where is Sinner's Italian swaga.

Jame Blake's voice make me want to puke

Sinner has Austrian swagger which is pretty much limited to marching into a country’s capital.

Frankie Schiavone had that Italian swagger.

Townsend is too fat and out of shape to be a top singles player.

She needs ozempic

Alcaraz or Djokovic?

Amanda redeemed herself.

My Lovely Lore did what he could against Il Gingio and did it very well IMHO. I’m also completely in love with his mumbling to himself. In addition to being gorgeous he seems like a doll.

Ciao, Lore.

Sei bellissimo.

JPeg Team or She-Hulk Team?

Labubu Team or Milk Truck Team?

J-Peg Team

Milk Truck Team

I want an All American Final For the drama

Sinner always awkwardly ends these on court interviews

She-Hulk Team (although I have no ill will towards JPeg)

Milk Truck Team (I have a lot of ill will towards Labubu)

So proud of AA for how she showed up against Iga! She had a bit of a rocky start but she pulled it out. Also glad for Osaka. It will be the Battle of Mental Health in the semi-finals. I would, however, like to have an all-female final. If only the American men could get their shit together.

I know we're at the end of the US Open but, can we consider renaming AA to Mother, Juggs and Speed rather than Milk Truck? Just a thought.

"I would, however, like to have an all-female final"

Oh, I'm quite sure.

Sinner's matches have become so boring. This robot is beating top 10 players easily, no competition. I am starting to skip his matches because thats not what I want to see

R215, Chrissie, it that you?

R217, it’s not just the predictability. There’s no personal engagement. Most great players have strong personalities; a lot of the drama of tennis is seeing how that influences the way that they play. You get caught up in watching them problem-solve and work their way out of patches of bad play. With Sinner there’s nothing.

Revealed: US Open officials let Jannik Sinner bag thief off with a WARNING despite calls for lifetime ban

Questions have been raised over security at the US Open after a man who tried to steal from the bag of world No 1 Jannik Sinner was allowed to walk free with a mere warning.

The brazen attempted theft occurred on Monday night after the Italian had just secured his spot in the quarter-finals with a victory on Arthur Ashe.

The courtside seats in the stadium cost fans thousands of dollars per session, and one man quickly went viral after using his access to attempt to steal from Sinner's bag.

The Italian, a four-time Grand Slam champion, was posing for selfies with fans when the unidentified man leant over and tried to unzip his bag without him noticing, before a security guard realized what was happening and swatted his hand away.

Incredibly, USTA officials confirmed to the Daily Mail on Monday that no further action was taken, despite fans on social media calling for the man to be banned for life from attending the tournament.

He was given a slap on the wrist after being asked to leave the US Open grounds - hardly a punishment given play had finished for the day and all other fans were leaving too.

It is understood US Open officials believed a warning was sufficient punishment for him to not try anything similar in the future.

On social media, though, tennis fans called for the man to be banned, with one writing: 'This should be a lifetime ban, not a dirty look.'

Another added: 'wtf is wrong with people? NYC brings out the worst. I swear.'

The incident was far from the first time that headlines at this year's US Open tournament were dominated by bizarre behavior from members of the crowd.

A Polish millionaire businessman attracted fury last week when he stole a player's cap that was intended for a young fan.

Piotr Szczerek was unmasked by internet sleuths after a viral video showed him swiping the memento intended for a child, known as Brock, by tennis star Kamil Majchrzak.

JPEG team.

Milk Jugs team.

Thanks for asking!

Jannik Sinner breaks silence on would-be US Open bag thief

“No, I haven’t experienced (anything like that),” Sinner said Wednesday night after he dismissed fellow Italian Lorenzo Mussetti in straight sets.

“You know it was …. I checked straight away if he took something because I don’t have only rackets there. I have my phone, my wallet, but, you know, the security is doing a great job. Especially on court, there’s lots of security and I believe especially in big tournaments (they do) an amazing job to make us feel safe. New things happen like this that makes (what they’re doing) a great job.”

I feel so spoiled for the ladies finals!! I couldnt think of a better foursome to make it to the final 4.

I want an all American final

I want to see a Sab v Amanda final

I want Naomi to win it all

So glad Iga is not part of this

Jpeg will win this one

[quote]I feel so spoiled for the ladies finals!!

Same here, though I wish Osaka and Anisimova had been on opposite sides of the draw and could meet in the final.

She Hulk screeching like a banshee is tiresome.

Jessica is really in the zone right now.

What a quick set

Pegula doesn’t have any weapons at all.

I appreciate a Ted Talk with Mark Knowles with a minimized screen showing tennis. Not.

"Jessica is really in the zone right now."

Not anymore...

I don't even understand how The Pegger made it this far. There's nothing outstanding about her.

R233, Sabalenka makes most players look ordinary.

JPeg is the female Fritz, no "there" there. She's done really well all things considered. Mary Joe Fernandez was very much the JPeg of the '90s but a lot prettier...

Fernandez is the perfect comparison.

[quote] I want an all American final

I would, like r215, like to have an all-female women’s final.

One distinguishing thing I remember about MJF's game was her deceptively deadly inside-out forehand.

Sabalenka sure is staying calm tonight—not even talking to herself or looking to her box.

MJ was an Evert clone without the full skill set. B- version.

Yes, she was definitely a Chris Evert spider baby.

MJ did have a pretty good career. But, yeah, she was always second tier. Three Slam finals, losing two to Graf and one to Seles. One went to three sets.

Come on Sab!!!

BIG BABE TENNIS

Couldn't agree more with poster upthread describing Jpeg as the female Fritz, no weapons, nothing stands out

Titty tennis tonight.

Is Sab loses this match, idk just bad luck with Americans I guess

AO Final - with Keys

French Open Final- with Coco

Wimbledon Semis with Anisimova

These drop shots are working tonight for Jess

Oh no

Smash into the net on match point

What is with the cocktail jewelry on Sabalenka tonight? TACKY!!!

She Hulk unleash

I love She-Hulk!

That was very good match.

I freakin' love Big Sab's intensity. Her primal scream after final sealing the victory was gold.

I screamed when that overhead went straight into the net at MP!

JPeg is great, but Saba is just so good and so fun to watch.

So THIS is Cliff Drysdale's last match. He said something earlier, but I just assumed he'd be with us through the end of the tourney. I always liked him.

She-Hulk reminds Vera DeMilo from In Living Color.

Coco Vandeweghe looks full on frau/Karen

Sloane is so pretty.

Sloane's weave/ wig is too shiny

Anisomva sounds so lovely and fragile

This is a very important match for Osaka. But, it's also an important match for Anisimova.

Cliff made one GS final in singles:

Interesting storyline. Naomi took that mental break in 2022 after 2 crushing defeats at the hand of Amanada that year, AO and RG

Even back in the day when I was an Agnieszka Radwanska stan, I always thought Tomasz Wiktorowski was a hot daddy.

Chunky

He's too good.

The Milk's gone bad!

Milky team.

We're not going to see much variety in this match.

She's too good.

In fact, they're both too good.

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Quality tennis. Well thought plays. No smashing and screeching

Trump will be booed.

Great match and overall incredible night of tennis. Brava ladies!

Sylvester's "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)" is being used to sell pumpkin spice lattes. Ha.

Naomi not listening to her coach and brushing him off yet smiling to herself

Naomi gives performative, toxic positivity that irks me in younger generations.

The top women today are committing a crazy amount of unforced errors and GS titles are now decided by it. Anisimova hit 23 UEs in that first set, basically giving away four games. Keys. Gauff, Sabalenka.....it's crazy

Go back and look at GS matches of Graf and Seles and Navratilova when they were at the top of the rankings and they barely hit any unforced errors at all.

Sabalenka hit 70 unforced errors in the FO final against Gauff. Seventy. She's the worst number one ever.

Yep, it's so much messier than what top tennis should be. A close score doesn't a good match make.

Naomi is getting tested tonight

Uga team!

granny tits team

R263 fragile?

I knew Osaka's positivity was a mask. As soon as it gets tight she's smashing her racquet and having freak outs.

If Anisimova can build some consistency she'll be Serena-level unbeatable.

Why is Chrissie so far up Osaka's ass?

Thank you boob lady!

Amanda redeemed herself.

Both matches today were fantastic.

I have no idea who to root for! I want Saba to get that fourth slam, but Anna's first would be just as wonderful.

Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski manifesting that they are totally in synch on the way to the Men's Dubs Final.

I’m pulling for the Milk Jugs only because it would be an AMAZING redemption after you know what.

Mary Joe actually said it herself in the Chrissie tribute, she lacked Chrissie's "killer instinct".

!!!!

!!!!

Challenger Hotties. An Occasional Series...

Dino Prizmic's cakes. That's it. That's the Tweet.

[quote] I’m pulling for the Milk Jugs only because it would be an AMAZING redemption after you know what.

What is “you know what”?

R302 Passing gas on the Mike Douglas show, Rose

I'm pretty sure that was Margaret Court on Mike's show.

Amanda needs to get in better shape. She can improve so much.

I walked past carlito's hotel and saw his coach...he looked grumpy but very hot!

Is there enough Euro cock standing by should She-Hulk be denied and requires her appetites be satiated on demand?

[quote]Why is Chrissie so far up Osaka's ass?

She wanted a Labubu named after her as well

R306, where do Carlitos stay?

R305 She’s thinner now.

R:302 Sorry I was referring to the Wimbledon double bagel. I don’t know why I referred to it that way - maybe because it was just so hard to watch and I’m assuming everyone would like to forget it?

^ R303 I’m out of it this morning

R311 the other 99.9 % on this thread knew what you meant…

Djokovic and Alcaraz coming up in a few minutes. This should be good.

Come on Carlitos! Vamos!

I'll bet there are quite a few celebs in that audience. I wish I was there but I'm just a poor nobody.

Carlos is pretty in pink.

R316 types like Melania

Mauve!

TT and K lost their final. Sad!

[quote]I wish I was there but I'm just a poor nobodyI

The cheapest tickets are more than $1,000

Hoping for a 6-0, 6-0, 6-0 result

Hugh Jackman sitting with Anna Wintour.

a mixed bag of celebs (Hugh in the back)

Congratulations to Gabriela Dabrowski winning her 2nd US Open Doubles Championship after her cancer recovery.

Who’s cosplaying Gandalf?

Yay Carlitos!

Alcaraz takes the first set. Neither player looks particularly sharp yet. Djokovic had better tighten up his game soon or this could go quickly in straight sets.

C'mon Carlos! Send him home with his tail between his legs!

Crush him, Carlitos

One more set Carlitos, one more set

Come on Carlitos! Almost there! Do it for the world!

Carlitos is not playing great, he was lucky to eek out that 2nd set. It's probably in the bag for him though, cause it would be superhuman for Novaxx to take the next three.

…and just like that…

Novaxx is toast! A goner! ¡Muerte!

r335 = the latest COVID variant

Finish him Carlos!

Kill it! Now!

It’s embarrassing —

This is beautiful to watch.

Time to hang it up, Novak.

You're not getting 25.

It's O.V.E.R.

Hello Novak?

Its Joan Lunden calling; we've found a place for you!

Mac sucks—try one more year. Oy—just go away

Time to retire old man, you have been replaced. You'll be remembered as one of the greats so that's not at all bad.

Commentators jist said" carlos has a lot of work to do to compete agaisnt Sinner on Sunday

I think James Blake is dreamy.

What are you bitches talking about? He's got at least another 7 years!

Blake is a shitty interviewer. Most of the post match interview was about golf.

Thanks, James. You delivered real insights.

R344 on a hard court — it is a tough row to hoe.

Fer sure—as the Europeans say.

Alcaraz hasn't lost a single set on his way to the finals, which is more than can be said of Sinner.

Alcaraz was mediocre today. Equal winners to UEs, missed drop shots, low first serve percentage. It was enough but it wasn't great.

OK - 2 questions:

1. Why are crowds cheering SO MUCH for Novaxx? When did they start liking him while we at DL continue to loathe him?

2. NYT repeats the rumor that Dump will attend the men’s final - ruining it for everyone. Is it possible that he and his peeps are deluded enough to think they won’t get met with contempt and derision, to put it mildly. Or maybe they’ll just sneak him in through the back door and hold no one notices- but that’s not really his m.o. is it?

Can someone help me understand the above?

^ hope

Well he won it USO 4 times right? NYers remember past champions and they honor old champions like the did with Connnors and Vee. It's a NY thing.

R351 it’s the WH saying it…catch up.

They showed Connors during the match…being completely ignored by everyone around him.

He actually looks good for an elderly rage-aholic.

Oh FFS. Novaxx is saying he'll continue on in 2026 because he believes he can still win another slam.

Dude, you really need to know when to bow out with dignity. I really hope he starts to embarrass himself with some early round exits.

[quote]Why are crowds cheering SO MUCH for Novaxx?

Many of the spectators aren't real tennis fans.

Maybe people respect the fact that he's one of the greatest if not the greatest tennis player of all time at the end of his career. I don't agree with all the things Novak has done, but his tennis is the closest to perfection that I've ever seen. He has a huge ego, but that's to be expected at that level of the sport. He seems like a loving father and generally a nice guy to be around.

I almost can't watch. My dear Felix is going to get barbequed by Jannick.

I fear this will be Felix's Anisimova Wimbledon moment.

Since it’s not a final, I’d say not the same…

Thanks R358 - that’s considered and thoughtful response. I wish I didn’t agree but I do. My dislike of him is irrational I guess.

Hammaconda in the house!

Alcaraz on Trump attending the US Open final: "It’s a privilege for the tournament having the president from (any) country to support the tournament and support tennis. For me playing in front of him, to be honest, I will try not to be focused and think about that. I don’t want myself to be nervous because of it but I think attending the tennis match is great for tennis to have the president into the final."

I will greatly enjoy watching Novaxx play in '26.

Michael Chang still stands as the youngest male to win a grand slam and that was in 1989. I didn't think that record would hold this long.

FELIX!!!

R360 really?

Sinner, going to the MTO.

“What’s hurting you?”

“It’s that fucking crowd.”

PSA for those attending Indian Wells this year. Pre-sale tickets are on sale. You can use the code "PRESALE" and get them before it goes to general on-sale. Might be a good time to get your hotel if you're planning on going multiple days.

I'm all set, and you can expect another daily update of the first week from me.

When Felix’s game is on, he is definitely one of the most exciting players to watch.

So, the shots of Naomi watching. Ooof. She's looks like the lights aren't on. Is she touched?

Plus Felix is adorable.

We went last year for the first quarterfinals day, day after labor day. I think around $1500 for two tickets to both day and night sessions in Ashe. Day tix were ok, night was too rowdy for my taste. A lot of fun, the grounds are awesome. Wandered around a bit and caught a few doubles matches. If we did it again I'd go later in the first week and wander around and try to catch more random 3rd or 4th round matches. Or just do 2 day sessions and skip nights. Very easy to get to from our hotel in the West Village (one transfer) and with the city quiet during August you can make a pleasant weekend in NY out of it.

Naomi looks good.

Anyone have a link of that Medvedev AI generated vid where he pulls down unpire chair

I'm so sick of seeing Darren Cahill

FAA has done everything I could ask of a player who is not as good as the player he's playing - at least in any consistent manner. He's made it interesting for a stretch, which a lot of people didn't expect. I appreciate the grit and effort, especially after getting shellacked in the first set.

Go Felix!

Next thing Coco will end up being dick hound.

When Sunshine Double start?

Felix is so much fun to watch. His smile is infectious, esp. compared to sour Sinner.

Sinner is pretty delightful off court, but yeah he's just not like that on court.

Why is Sinner always so drably dressed?

What happened after that medical timeout... Jannik's level went up a few doses

Felix almost had him

Wake up felix!

FAA plays an aesthetically pleasant game. Powerful and elegant. Alcaraz is similar. Sinner is just a machine.

[quote]What happened after that medical timeout... Jannik's level went up a few doses

Someone make Sinner pee in a cup after this.

Loving the rallies Felix has been enabling. Finally an entertaining match.

I can no longer stand Sinner

What R387 said

You almost had him in the 3rd set Felix...

It's crazy how many empty seats there are for a semifinal.

Have prices finally gotten too high for New Yorkers to bear?

No. R393, all those seats were purchased. People either didn't show up or they just left to go do other things. It was fairly full at the start, so a lot of people left at some point.

[quote] I can no longer stand Sinner

Why not?

Buh bye, Felix.

Felix did so well, Sinner super gentlemanly in his comments.

So impressed with FAA. But given the state Jannik is in I feel fairly certain Carlos will wipe the floor with him on Sunday.

And I love Jannik. I love his Saxon iciness.

Yeah, I think Carlitos is going to smoke Sinner in the final.

Sinner is all dainty and delicate — his arm hurts, he has a tummyache. Etc.

If FAA could stop hitting the ball out of bounds, he might have won tonight.

[quote]It was fairly full at the start, so a lot of people left at some point.

Did people leave because one of the players was ...

I think Darren Cahill is stealth sexy.

I think Cahill is a PEDsophile.

A handsome, proud Felix.

I really hope he can continue to play at his level consistently now. We need more players that can at least threaten the dominance of the new 'Big 2'.

R403, are you urging a new “Big 4”?

Milk Truck Team or She-Hulk Team?

Milk Truck doesn't stand a chance. I can't stand hot dog lips She-Hulk.

It's becoming a "thing" to fake injuries when your opponent have the momentum. He is learning well from Djokovic

That fake medical time out after the second set to disrupt Felix’s rhythm was pathetic.

Then again, hardly surprising given he did the same against Rune in Melbourne and Dimitrov at Wimbledon.

Is Amanda lez?

[quote]Is Amanda lez?

She had an Aussie boyfriend, but it's not clear whether they're still together

Amanda looks like someone who is genuinely sweet/ nice

She’s a Jersey girl—be careful out there!

Full name: Amanda Kay Victoria

Felix up to #13 in the live rankings

Naomi up to #14 in live rankings.

Amanda up to #4 in live rankings

Milk Truck team.

Thanks very much for asking.

"Milk Truck doesn't stand a chance. I can't stand hot dog lips She-Hulk."

Anisimova just beat Sabalenka at Wimbledon and has a 6-3 record against her. She likes the matchup. I don't think this makes Anisimova the favorite and, sure, I still probably expect Sabs to win. But "no chance?" She has a chance.

Big hitting, big sounds, big trapezoids, big lips....She-Hulk is a larger-than-life presence who cannot be contained!

I just saw fliciano lopez in NY., he was wearing glasses and taking pics with fans. He's so beautiful

Let’s not forget Iga who leaves the court after every single set she loses. The off court rule was designed for injury time outs where a private part of the body is being treated or a bathroom break is needed. Not for a “mental regrouping..” The rule is abused by almost everyone. When Felix left the court I suppose he was faking an injury too?

Sniffies party?

No booing the king tomorrow!

[italic]Trump will attend the men's final on Sunday as a guest of Rolex, the Swiss watchmaker which is a major US Open sponsor and which has a major interest in convincing Trump to reduce high tariffs on Switzerland.[/italic]

Chrissie is a Champion Forever

Granollers/Zeballos win their second doubles slam of the year. Defeat Salisbury/Skupski in a close, 'updy-downdy' 3-setter.

It was a good match, but the stadium was shamefully empty. I've seen bigger crowds on practice courts.

Why would Trump not be attending the Women's Final were there is an American playing? Why is he attending the Men's Final without an American Finalist? Yeah, yeah, I know the answer ....

As a NBA (and WNBA) fan, it warms my heart to know that I'll never see his fat, orange, fascist face at a NBA (or WNBA) finals game.

Medvedev has hired Thomas Johansson

Trump. Sponsored by Rolex.

Very curious to see the reception Dump gets and how ABC covers it.

ESPN

R431 It's not good...

The USTA have requested broadcasters to "refrain from showcasing any disruptions or reactions in response to the President's attendance in any capacity..."

Oh, look, it's Darren Cahill!

Yes great more censorship

I really do love my Chrissie (from her playing days) but jeez she needs some help with the eyebrows

The final is on ABC, r432. 2 pm Eastern.

R436: And no more lip injections.

Amanda extending her impressive streak of not winning a game in a slam final.

Yes, Amanda broke back and is on the board!

Isnt it ironic- the only players to take a set off Jannik Sinner before the final at USO 2025 were both from Canada

C'mon Milk Truck!!!

Chrissie: it would be helpful if both players hold their serve.

Sabalenka seems unpleasant

R441 It's like a black fly in your Chardonnay

The Hammaconda is back...and drinking!

I kind of wish Sabs would lay off the IG posts where she shows how rich she is by posting bags and bags of Hermes. We get it.

Sabalenka's grunt is so fucking fake. It's borderline, if not full-on, hinderance.

Poor Felix

Looks like Amanda is in her flop era

All grunts are fake.

Felix left for a bathroom break!

[quote]Chrissie is a Champion Forever

And she was cock-crazed. She should be a DL Icon!

Yikes, the wheels are starting to come off the milk train.

She slurped at the altar…

She was a graduate of St Thomas Aquinas HS

Chris had an abortion.

Sick drop shot SheHulk!

[quote] Looks like Amanda is in her flop era

Flopos Anisimova!

I expected a greater fight from Amanda

Brokeback Tits

Chris Evert spends 90% of the match talking about the fragile mental states of the players.

To preserve her own reputation .., duh

Allez Amanda!

The mental game is not here today for Amanda. Playing like she wants the match to end

It's humid as fuck. Amanda in poorer shape

Bit of a turnaround?

Sabalenka's record in tie-breaks is obscene.

So long and thanks for the mammaries Amanda!

Did the extra day or so of rest from Pegula's walkover favor Sabalenka?

Yay She-Hulk! I really like Amanda so hope she bags a slam one day, but....yay She-Hulk!

Sabalenka's nails and earrings looked good, why not add some pizazz to the court.

That was so easy

Did anyone see Maria Sharapova in the stands?

I agree that She-Hulks grunt is borderline hindrance but I will say in the years I’ve been watching her it’s always been there. Not that it makes it right.

Amanda is this year's Vera Zvonereva.

They focused in close on she hulk.... what color are her eyes?

Chris evert looks good

[quote] Did anyone see Maria Sharapova in the stands?

Her being in a public venue must mean her heart condition is being treated well.

Shehulk.

What the fuck is Mary wearing? It's so muggy out there!!!

Poor Amanda looks so sad

Mary Carillo is flopping.

Her bf looks like thug in real life. Saw them in nyc

Mary Carillo is unnecessary

[quote] Mary Carillo is flopping.

Flopos Carrillo!

Gorgeous trophy.

Mary Carillo is annoying AF. Bitch thinks she's smarter than she is.

I can’t believe how Jugs and She-Hulk tower over Chrissie. They are a foot taller. I even think Jugs be taller than She-Hulk.

I wish Amanda could possibly see the upside of her two runs.

But I also think they should banish the runner-up speeches. That’s a ridiculous thing to ask.

Chrissie needs to cover up those old lady arms!

USTA shoves its nose up Trump’s brown ass…

He wants the strongman theater of it all. Huge ass motorcade with full phalanx of outriders, Secret Service sweeping the entire grounds and Ashe, impeding everyones mobility on the grounds, holding everything up with a 'look at me' entry to his seat (although I expect he could be brought in quietly to minimize, ahem, 'reaction' ) Wonder who accompanies him though; Barron? He'll probably last 2 sets then be on his way.

R476 hazel

Rolex is shilling for him…Swiss tariffs and all.

Believe it or not: he’s not going as president, but as the guest of a Swiss watch co.

I see, he'll be in the Rolex Box then, with him popping his head out once or twice.