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Tbh, even if Federer had a lightsaber in his hand, I probably wouldn't notice!

Speaking of which...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ede9O01qFw

Reply 6801

ubi1

Original post by Roger1

Laser eye surgery. :smile:

Really thats dangerous imagine they fcuk your eyes up then your doomed. :frown:

Reply 6802

hskjlclcn

The transition from racket to racket is what worries me with Fed. Yes it should suit his game more now and reduce the ridiculous shanks but I think there must have been some reason against the new design which means he has left the change for so long.

Reply 6803

Krish4791

Original post by hskjlclcn

He was asked about it in 2011 I believe, and his response at the time was that Wilson did not really give him much time to test out new rackets, or something like that.
His early Wimbledon exit seems to have given him time to think/reflect, sign up for extra tournaments and conduct these "tests"

Reply 6804

hskjlclcn

Original post by Krish4791

Yeah no doubt it was the only smart move at this stage in his career, but if he was truly content with the change it would have happened I'd say back even in '10 - we shall see and of course I hope he does improve with the change!

Reply 6805

Badshah

Original post by hskjlclcn

It could help him get more pace behind his groundstrokes and on his serve. He doesn't stand a chance with his current racket against great defenders like Murray and Novak, so this extra power can only help him hopefully. And I think he should have made that change in like 2008 when his movement really started declining.

Reply 6806

Badshah

Original post by ubi1

Really thats dangerous imagine they fcuk your eyes up then your doomed. :frown:

Yeah that happens to like one in a million people. My mum had laser eye surgery and her eye vision has never been better. :smile:

Reply 6807

ubi1

Original post by Roger1

Yeah that happens to like one in a million people. My mum had laser eye surgery and her eye vision has never been better. :smile:

Another downside to laser eye surgery is that it costs like over £1000 per eye ii can't afford that. :frown:

Reply 6808

Krish4791

Serbia News spreading a bit of gossip about the possibility of Novak Djokovic marrying Jelena Ristic soon. Apparently they're talking about it more and more often.

Who would make a good best man? Andy Murray's name came up a few times...

Reply 6809

Homeboy Hotel

Original post by Krish4791

Murray wouldn't be asked, neither would he do it.

There rivalry has now become the pinnacle of the sport as of late. Whilst their friendship has eroded, their on court rivalry and respect has risen.

It would just be awkward to ask the guy that declined you two slams and a chance to win Silver or Gold to be your best man.

Reply 6810

Homeboy Hotel

What's everyone's thoughts on Federer switching racket from a 90" to a 98"?

Reply 6811

Prendah

Original post by Homeboy Hotel

Yeah, they used to be mates but now its more of a professional relationship.

Reply 6812

Homeboy Hotel

Original post by Prendah

Yeah, they used to be mates but now its more of a professional relationship.

Exactly. It was pretty cosy when they were junior level, but now being the big #1 and #2 it's just too awkward to say they are the best of friends.

I'm sure once this whole shindig is over and they've both retired they would probably be sharing laughs in the Royal Box in 10-20 years time.

Reply 6813

Krish4791

Original post by Homeboy Hotel

Yes, that is true. In fact, Djokovic tried setting a date at the end of 2011 and did ask Murray, but the latter said no, and the wedding was called off shortly afterwards. Now obviously their rivalry is even more important.

Tipsarevic maybe? Because Djoko I think was best man at his

Reply 6814

Notnek

Original post by Krish4791

Yes, that is true. In fact, Djokovic tried setting a date at the end of 2011 and did ask Murray, but the latter said no, and the wedding was called off shortly afterwards.

That was a rumour that I didn't believe when I first heard it - Andy and Novak saw a lot of each other growing up but were never close friends.

And I was right to not believe it after it was denied by Andy in an interview: http://www.tennis-x.com/xblog/2011-10-15/8099.php

(edited 10 years ago)

Reply 6815

Badshah

Original post by ubi1

Another downside to laser eye surgery is that it costs like over £1000 per eye ii can't afford that. :frown:

Do you live in England? If so doesn't the NHS cover it?

Reply 6816

Badshah

Original post by Homeboy Hotel

What's everyone's thoughts on Federer switching racket from a 90" to a 98"?

The best decision Fed has made in his whole career. He should have made this decision to switch rackets in 2010, but better late than never. The new racket will help inject more pace behind his groundstrokes and serve, which is what he needs if he to compete with the likes of Djokovic and Murray anymore. Hopefully, it will also reduce the amount of shanks per match, which are Roger's favourite unforced errors.