A Look Back: This is usually where I reflect back upon the
last tournament I previewed. Since that was the U.S. Open of 1884, it seems, why
not do something a little more recent, like last year’s WTF? Roger Federer ran
roughshod over the field then, only losing one set on the way to his fifth
career year-end championship. Three of his victims were the players ranked
above him: Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. It’s funny to think
what a difference a year makes! But enough of the past, let’s get more into …
This Week’s Spotlight: The ATP World Tour Finals brings
together the crème de la crème of men’s pro tennis, all together under one roof—specifically
that of the O2 Arena in London. The players are divided into groups to go at it
round-robin style. Group A includes Djokovic, Murray, David Ferrer and Tomas
Berdych. Group B is made up of Nadal, Federer, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Mardy
Fish. Speaking of the players, though, here’s…
The Players to Watch: This is a very intriguing tournament,
especially considering where the players are at this point in the year.
Djokovic’s season has been unreal, but he has really struggled with injury
lately. Can he find the form he’s had all year? Nadal has been out for a few
weeks, but is he rested enough? Federer’s coming in to the event on a 12-match
winning streak, but has he faced the best of the best? I’d say really keep an
eye on those guys, plus two who I think are the most dangerous out there:
Berdych and Tsonga, who’ve both been on a tear. They should have a good shot at
…
The Final Four: Murray over Nadal and Federer over Berdych.
Then it’s time for the main event …
And the Winner Is…: Murray over Federer, giving the Scotsman
the biggest title of his career.
So long for 2011: Catch you more next season!
[Photo(s) credit: ATP]
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