Still The King

Initially at the beginning of the year, I was wishing that the young guns would all gun Fed Ex to the ground and actually challenge him for the number 1 spot.

Now I'm wishing for the reverse.

After witnessing the incredible Wimbledon final where Rafa manages to scrap through with a famous victory, I found myself from supporting Nadal at the beginning to actually shouting and rooting for the Roger as the match progresses through the half-way mark.

It is still apparent the desire to win is still pumping in Roger's blood and that alone motivates me to be on his side. It isn't easy to have 12 grand slams and still have that motivation and desire to step out into the practice courts everyday to prepare for that one big match.

And now he has 13 grand slams.

Andy Murray, one of the young 'contender' played amazing tennis for 2 weeks before going down to Fed. The very fact he managed to beat another talented youngster Del Potro in the quarterfinals (who was on a hot 23 match winning streak), is testament to this kid's ability. Besides, he reminds me of John McEnroe.

So I hope there's more for Roger in the few years that he has left in the game.

Reclaim the number 1 spot!

This promises to be an interesting tug-of-war between Rog and the rest of the young pack.