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Old 04-06-2009, 08:53 PM   #1
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Default Gonzo/Soderling WHO YA GOT?
Fed's match might be another step on the way toward the GOAT coronation, but the real fun lies in tomorrow's other semi - Sweden's Robin Soderling v. Chile's Fernando Gonzalez.

Soderling's been in new territory this go round. Never this deep in a Slam through his career (furthest he has ever gotten is 3rd round at the French, Wimby and US). Ever since the 2nd set against David Ferrer, everyone has been waiting to see him be sent home. And he keeps coming up with the necessary goods.

Gonzo's in the 2nd semi-final of his career (he's never lost a semi at a Slam!). Previous successes at RG include 2 Quarter Finals ('03 and '08). He's also far more accomplished on clay, with 8 clay titles in the course of his career (all 3 of Robin's titles have been on carpet).

Career H2H: 4-3, Fernando. 2 matches on clay, Gonz won both. They haven't played since 2007, and Robin hasn't beaten Fernando since 2006 (all 3 of Robin's wins were on hardcourts).
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Old 04-06-2009, 08:55 PM   #2
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Don't know what happens come the final, but I think Robin has one more win in him.

I just hope no one gets in the way of either of their forehands, because there is going to be some fiierce ball bashing tomorrow.
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Old 04-06-2009, 08:57 PM   #3
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I like Gonzo, and I want to see him in another GS final, so I'm hoping that, for once in this tournaments history and head-to-head will be relevant. Apart from that, Gonzo has been playing some nice tennis too, so it's not even a long shot, I would think. Gonzo in four.
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Old 04-06-2009, 09:01 PM   #4
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Gonzo in 4.
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Old 04-06-2009, 09:05 PM   #5
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Gonzo in 5.
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Old 04-06-2009, 09:06 PM   #6
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I want Fed to beat Robin. Gonzo in a final puts me to sleep.
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Old 04-06-2009, 09:30 PM   #7
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I want Fed to beat Robin. Gonzo in a final puts me to sleep.



I say Robin in 5. Gonzo is battling a cold this week.
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Old 04-06-2009, 10:02 PM   #8
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Gonzo in 4.
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Old 04-06-2009, 11:04 PM   #9
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I want Fed to beat Robin. Gonzo in a final puts me to sleep.
Same here, but I like Fernando much more. I'll actually say Fernando in 3. Robin will be, I think, a little mentally exhausted.
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Old 04-06-2009, 11:49 PM   #10
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Battle of two players I don't like. I want Gonzo to win. Having said that, I think Soderling has a better chance of beating Fed at the final (yes people, I'm grasping at straws here), so it would be better if Robin wins.

All in all, don't really care that much, just don't want them to go five sets and be tired for the final.
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Old 04-07-2009, 12:51 AM   #11
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I'm really looking forward to this match. Goint to wake up early to watch it and all. Good ole ball bashing at its finest.

I think Feña pulls this one out in 5.
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Old 04-07-2009, 01:39 AM   #12
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Either now, or next match, Soderling will crash and burn. I decided it is next match, and voted for Robin in straights.
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Old 04-07-2009, 03:15 AM   #13
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Don't care for either one of them, but I hope Robin prevails in 5 set, 8 hour match, 24-22 in the fifth
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Old 04-07-2009, 03:46 AM   #14
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I actually think Gonzalez will be more nervous because he knows it's winnable. I chose Soderling in 4.

I'm so excited for this match!
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Old 05-06-2009, 08:21 AM   #15
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Don't care for either one of them, but I hope Robin prevails in 5 set, 8 hour match, 24-22 in the fifth
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Old 05-06-2009, 11:47 AM   #16
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Robin in 4.

Since I'm in Ireland I put a Euro on him here at the bookies, at 11-10. And two euros on Kuz to win at 9-5. And 2.50 Euros on Bulgaria to beat Ireland 2-1 tomorrow at 15-2.

Thank god I live far enough from legal gambling to prevent an addiction
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Old 05-06-2009, 12:27 PM   #17
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Soderling is only getting 11-10?
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Old 05-06-2009, 01:43 PM   #18
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Well, there goes my Gonzo in 4 prediction.
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Old 05-06-2009, 01:51 PM   #19
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Robin in 3,4, or 5 OR if by a miracle, Gonzo in 5.
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Old 05-06-2009, 03:50 PM   #20
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I say Robin in 5. Gonzo is battling a cold this week.


I was actually right on this one!
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