Murray goes one up in London

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Murray goes one up in London « on: November 22, 2009, 05:00 PM »

Andy Murray has chalked up his first win in the round robin stages of the World Tour Finals at the O2 Arena with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 victory over Juan Martin Del Potro.

Murray commanded the match from the outset, racing to a 3-0 lead in the space of fifteen minutes. At this point, Del Potro managed to suffer from a nose bleed and therefore took a medical time out. When play resumed, it was clear that Murray was on his A game and Del Poro looked lethargic. It wasn’t long before he was 5-1 up and poised to take the set. Unfortunately, a combination of a dip in concentration from the world number four, and a bit of pressure from Del Potro saw that lead slip to 5-3. Fortunately, Murray still managed to seal the set 6-3.

However, the dip of form that started toward the end of the opening set continued into the second and Del Potro, this time, took the 3-0 lead. The home favourite did manage to pull the set level. However, the reprieve was brief, and despite chances in the closing game, the Argentine took the set 6-3 and levelled the match.

The deciding set proved a stunning display of shot making from both men, the noticeable difference from Murray being the abiliy to punish Del Potro with his first serve. Murray looked determined not to let this match get away from him and, with the help of a double fault, took the opening break. The British number one continued to put Del Potro under pressure and at 5-2, two more double fault gave Andy Murray two match points. The first went by with little effort from Del Potro, but the second saw Murray display his very best defensive skills, counter-punching his way to a well deserved victory.

Murray will next be in action on Tuesday, following tomorrow's group B matches.

Murray pleased with excellent start

It’s always tough out there. We’ve played 4 or 5 times and it’s always tough. But I started good today and stayed tough.

I served better in 3rd, he served well in the second and I served well in the first. That was the main difference when he was able to get free points on his serve.

Obviously [the atmosphere’s] great. Outside the US Open this is the second biggest arena I’ve ever played in.

Obviously having 16,000 people cheering for you is incredible. I loved it, and hopefully the support will stay the same for the rest of the tournament.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #1 on: November 22, 2009, 05:38 PM »

Good to hear, thanks for the report Very Happy


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #2 on: November 22, 2009, 05:42 PM »

Great match. After his unfortunate trademark blip in the second set, Andy was at his unbeatable best in the third. I can see a rivalry developing between these two players over the next few years.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #3 on: November 22, 2009, 05:46 PM »

Lol I love how DP 'managed to suffer from a nose bleed' - makes it sound like it was all a cunning tactical ploy! Great article Smile


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #4 on: November 22, 2009, 05:51 PM »

Thanks Laura. I enjoyed writing it. I love making DP sound like a villan!


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #5 on: November 22, 2009, 05:56 PM »

^the old blood capsule ploy eh! just like those cheating rugby players. Think


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #6 on: November 22, 2009, 06:18 PM »

Had a bet with hubby when Delpo would have the trainer on but I thought he might have lasted a little longer.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #7 on: November 22, 2009, 06:30 PM »

Quote from: eira_arian on November 22, 2009, 05:46 PM

Lol I love how DP 'managed to suffer from a nose bleed' - makes it sound like it was all a cunning tactical ploy! Great article Smile

Not a ploy, no. Just a byproduct of his coke habit.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #8 on: November 22, 2009, 06:48 PM »

I,ve had loads of coke......never had a nose bleed yet.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #9 on: November 22, 2009, 06:49 PM »

Del Potros forehand is the ugliest shot ever (all arm, no torso. Reall.) Massively scary when he middles it though.

Good win from Murray eventually, though I was a bit worried in the second set when he continually peppered the Pony backhand with slice, only to get bashed off the court.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #10 on: November 22, 2009, 06:50 PM »

Quote from: robbie on November 22, 2009, 06:48 PM

I,ve had loads of coke......never had a nose bleed yet.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #11 on: November 22, 2009, 06:52 PM »

Quote from: robbie on November 22, 2009, 06:48 PM

I,ve had loads of coke......never had a nose bleed yet.

Do you snort it, though?


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #12 on: November 22, 2009, 06:53 PM »

^nooooo,it would make my eyes water.


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #13 on: November 22, 2009, 07:04 PM »

These 3 setters with delpo are getting a bit predictable. Despite the Muzzcat getting the win, there was something about his performance which really annoyed me today.

As soon as Delpo saved those two set points to save the bagel I just knew he would surrender serve to go 6-2. His serving in the second set was horrendous. The only reason he came through was that Delpo threw in so many UE's, and absolutely stunk the place out for about 2/3's of the match.

Muzz's game is obviously suited to 3 sets. He can get on top of people before they find their rhthym (which is what happened in the first) and his style of play doesn't get exposed as often over 3 sets - opponents are much less patient.

Delpo wasn't patient enough today


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Re: Murray goes one up in London « Reply #14 on: November 22, 2009, 07:10 PM »

I thought it was a great win against some one who's quite frankly formidable when playing at his best!
Andy broke him down well mentally too which was great!
Would this be the wrong place to say I think I fancy the pony a tinsy bit!


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