What did you think of Rafa`s performance against Gonzalez?

Question

I thought he played extremely well. He was very aggressive from the start, hit stunning winners :) his passing shots their always a thrill to watch ;) hehe What i notice though was how accurately he was serving, i really feel if he keeps this type of play up going into the US Open he has a great chance of succeeding on that surface :) I think he is definitely improved on this type of fast hardcourt surface, he takes the ball earlier and plays more up court, who thinks he has a good chance of getting to the finals at the US ?! (dont want to get ahead of myself, but i really think his game is looking solid) especially on his least favourite surface :) !

Answer 1

It was brilliant. He knows exactly what shot to make and is so accurate especially with drop shots and his serve is improving particually with the spin he's using. It is great to see him improving on hardcourts- he can't just be a clay speciallist now! I think his chances in the US Open depend on his health. He's never got past quarters before, as he is a player who puts so much energy into every match and must be feeling drained by now. I was pleased that he didn't have so much trouble with his knees- Wimbledon was scay! He should be able to do it though, his confidence must be increasing now he is about to be NO.1!!!. It's great to see matches won by someone so humble.

Answer 2

Yeah he played really well :).  He had Gonzalez running all over the court lol.  His serve was really solid and Gonzalez only got break point cause Rafa stopped concentrating for a couple of minutes hehe !  His forehand and backhand are both amazing, he doesn't have a weak shot :) !!  He is looking in great shape for the US Open :).  If he keeps playing like this, he's gonna win the US :D !!   I'm still annoyed at the BBC for now showing the medal ceremony :@ !! Grrrrrr !!!!!!!!!

Vamos Rafa xxxx

Answer 3

You're right. He played very well, made like 2 unforced errors in the first set, and when he won the first set he completely went all out. He served pretty well. I think he can win the US Open, now having the confidence to beat this years favorite Novak Djokovic and now he can take out guys that beat him before like Youzhny and Ferrer. I hope he wins!

Answer 4

congrats to rafa!!! i just missed the match, i can't believe i over slept!!

such a shame!!! but i read he play excellent, and it was actually a very good match from both players.-

what a great week for rafa!!! the entire olympic experience, a gold medal, and tomorrow he'll be number one officially!!!!

he looked cute biting the medal, haha.-

Answer 5

u r right on the money!

here's to hoping he's rested and well prepared for the US Open

his game looks mighty fine to me, physical,tactical AND mental...

VAMOS RAFA!!!

Answer 6

Super Phenomenal!!!!!

I have to say that after the semi-final match with Djokovic, I truly believe now Rafa is getting in Nole's head now, just like Rafa is in Federer's head whether he really admits it or not.  

They both know what a tough nut Rafa is to crack!!!

Vamos Rafa!

Answer 7

Well Rafa has officially taken over the top spot at both #1 and as the King of Tennis. Rafa Rey has proven what a solid all court, all surface player he is. He has won 38 of his last 39 matches again proving his dominance in the sport. Great to see him beat Djoker and now Gonzalez along with all his other opponents along the way to Olympic Gold.

Nice also to see the old King still has game winning Gold in the Men's Doubles with his understudy Stan Wawrinka. I say give Roger till next year to get back to his top form. Rafa will win both the USO and the AO so that he can have a Golden Slam since he is so deserving of one.

Novak will never win a Grand Slam or an Olympic Gold as long as he plays which should make many people happy.

Vamos Rafa Rey!

Answer 8

Brilliant!

Answer 9

BRILLIANT