Andy Roddick in finals!!!
The other Andy, Andy Murray was trying to become the first Brit since Bunny Austin in 1938 to advance to the Wimbledon men’s final. Heart break for the British once again.
But Roddick beware. You have Fedex on the other side. The champ is going for the record. 15 Grand slam championships. Bravo and best of luck.
By the way the old war horse is at it again - Leander Paes is in the finals of the mixed doubles.
Best wishes to him as well.
Showing posts with label champions. Show all posts
Showing posts with label champions. Show all posts
Friday, July 03, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
SAINA NEHWAL - INDIAN CHAMPION
Hello,
With the Indian cricket team going out of the world cup without a fight and Jeev Milkha Singh struggling for form I had thought it would take a long while before I wrote about an Indian Champion.
It is my mistake that I missed writing on Suranjoy Singh who gave India its first Asian championship gold in 15 years. Thokchom Nanao Singh and Jai Bhagwan who got silver medals and Jitender Kumar (54kg) Vijender Singh (75kg), Dinesh Kumar (81kg) and Paramjit Samota (+91kg) who won bronze are the unsung heroes in the Indian Sporting arena.
The country’s boxers rounded off a 27-year best performance in the elite event in Zhuhai, China ending the campaign with a gold, two silver and four bronze medals. The team was placed third in the overall standings behind host China and Uzbekistan.
Coming back to my search for an Indian Champion. Saina Nehwal has finally delivered. She was always at the rim of the steep incline to being called the best and she has shown tremendous character in working hard to finally reach there. Victory in Indonesia Super Series badminton tournament is the first ever Super Series win by an Indian and she can now proudly step on the pedestal that was till now reserved for our All England heroes Prakash Padukone and Gopichand.
The BAI, a very poor cousin of the BCCI, has announced an award of Rs. 2,00,000/= peanuts when compared to what BCCI distributed to schools in South Africa (Rs. 5,30,00,000/=) during the IPL. Does this raise a question about loyalty to the nation?
But it has always been like this in India. A politician can donate a gold crown with diamond studs worth Rs. 4,00,00,000/= at Tirupati Balaji when he just has to step out of his house and see people who do not get a single meal every day.
The focus is wrong and till we get it right we shall continue to be a nation without many heroes.
Regards,
Manoj
With the Indian cricket team going out of the world cup without a fight and Jeev Milkha Singh struggling for form I had thought it would take a long while before I wrote about an Indian Champion.
It is my mistake that I missed writing on Suranjoy Singh who gave India its first Asian championship gold in 15 years. Thokchom Nanao Singh and Jai Bhagwan who got silver medals and Jitender Kumar (54kg) Vijender Singh (75kg), Dinesh Kumar (81kg) and Paramjit Samota (+91kg) who won bronze are the unsung heroes in the Indian Sporting arena.
The country’s boxers rounded off a 27-year best performance in the elite event in Zhuhai, China ending the campaign with a gold, two silver and four bronze medals. The team was placed third in the overall standings behind host China and Uzbekistan.
Coming back to my search for an Indian Champion. Saina Nehwal has finally delivered. She was always at the rim of the steep incline to being called the best and she has shown tremendous character in working hard to finally reach there. Victory in Indonesia Super Series badminton tournament is the first ever Super Series win by an Indian and she can now proudly step on the pedestal that was till now reserved for our All England heroes Prakash Padukone and Gopichand.The BAI, a very poor cousin of the BCCI, has announced an award of Rs. 2,00,000/= peanuts when compared to what BCCI distributed to schools in South Africa (Rs. 5,30,00,000/=) during the IPL. Does this raise a question about loyalty to the nation?
But it has always been like this in India. A politician can donate a gold crown with diamond studs worth Rs. 4,00,00,000/= at Tirupati Balaji when he just has to step out of his house and see people who do not get a single meal every day.
The focus is wrong and till we get it right we shall continue to be a nation without many heroes.
Regards,
Manoj
Roger Federer - The new Rod Laver
Hi,
This post is slightly out of date as it should have come immediately after the guy who can cry when winning as well as when loosing made it to the apex at the french open.
Congratulation Roger on your 14th Grand Slam.
With Nadal out of Wimbledon, I am hoping that the Pete Sampras record is going for a tumble very soon.
Best of luck, Roger.
Roger Federer has shown to the world what it takes to be a champion. Many have said that he would not be able to match the genius of Laver but you need to remember that Tennis is now more global than it was in the 60's when Laver was playing. It also needs to be pointed out that Roger has shown that he is a true champion by hanging out there when people had already dipped their quills into his blood for his obituary after he lost to Nadal at the last Wimbledon.
Not that it belittles Laver, Pete or Nadal but the affable Roger is a true champ.
Well done and keep going.
Manoj
This post is slightly out of date as it should have come immediately after the guy who can cry when winning as well as when loosing made it to the apex at the french open.
Congratulation Roger on your 14th Grand Slam.
With Nadal out of Wimbledon, I am hoping that the Pete Sampras record is going for a tumble very soon.
Best of luck, Roger.
Roger Federer has shown to the world what it takes to be a champion. Many have said that he would not be able to match the genius of Laver but you need to remember that Tennis is now more global than it was in the 60's when Laver was playing. It also needs to be pointed out that Roger has shown that he is a true champion by hanging out there when people had already dipped their quills into his blood for his obituary after he lost to Nadal at the last Wimbledon.
Not that it belittles Laver, Pete or Nadal but the affable Roger is a true champ.
Well done and keep going.
Manoj
Saturday, June 20, 2009
World Cup 20 Twenty
Hello,
Last time while writing about the IPL I had mentioned that Dhoni, as captain of Chennai, had his bad moments in the field and made decisions that went against his team.
Now with India out of the World Cup 20 Twenty a lot has already been spoken about the mistakes he made in and out of the playing arena. He has also turned defensive and his batting (pushes, nudges and defensive prods) indicate that he is no longer the aggressive captain he was when India won the World cup and put up strong performances against Australia, England and Sri Lanka in the recent past. His defensive attitude on the Sehwag issue also indicated that he is now burdened by thoughts that are in no way connected with winning. Finally when he started blaming the BCCI for selecting players with injuries he exhibited fraility. When the leader tries to camouflage poor performance he is not doing justice to his position. Not only is he being dishonest, he is also blocking the path of remedy.
India is a cricket crazy nation and it is normal that defeats affect us badly. When you are so passionate about the game it is normal that you wear your heart on your sleave and it is again stupid of people to put this outpouring of feelings as a sign of immaturity. (Artherton says Indian supporters are most immature)
The only way to get back the support of the fans is by getting back to the winner's podium. Belief in their own natural abilities will get them back there. Too much analysis spoils the broth, Dhoni should go by his insticts again, attack and trust the attacking players. Do not play the way the media wants you to, play for victory.
Good luck to Dhoni and his men when they tour West Indies.
Manoj
Last time while writing about the IPL I had mentioned that Dhoni, as captain of Chennai, had his bad moments in the field and made decisions that went against his team.
Now with India out of the World Cup 20 Twenty a lot has already been spoken about the mistakes he made in and out of the playing arena. He has also turned defensive and his batting (pushes, nudges and defensive prods) indicate that he is no longer the aggressive captain he was when India won the World cup and put up strong performances against Australia, England and Sri Lanka in the recent past. His defensive attitude on the Sehwag issue also indicated that he is now burdened by thoughts that are in no way connected with winning. Finally when he started blaming the BCCI for selecting players with injuries he exhibited fraility. When the leader tries to camouflage poor performance he is not doing justice to his position. Not only is he being dishonest, he is also blocking the path of remedy.
India is a cricket crazy nation and it is normal that defeats affect us badly. When you are so passionate about the game it is normal that you wear your heart on your sleave and it is again stupid of people to put this outpouring of feelings as a sign of immaturity. (Artherton says Indian supporters are most immature)
The only way to get back the support of the fans is by getting back to the winner's podium. Belief in their own natural abilities will get them back there. Too much analysis spoils the broth, Dhoni should go by his insticts again, attack and trust the attacking players. Do not play the way the media wants you to, play for victory.
Good luck to Dhoni and his men when they tour West Indies.
Manoj
Thursday, May 28, 2009
BARCELONA - CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WINNERS - LIONEL MESSI - A REAL LIFE HERO
Hello,
Barcelona dispatched Manchester United with a dazzling, speedy and dominating display to win the Champions League title 2-0. This is their second win in four seasons. Samuel Eto’o scored first 10 minutes into the game and then Lionel Messi fittingly put it beyong the reigning champions when he headed in the second goal in the 70th minute. This prevented the English club from becoming the first team in 19 years to win consecutive European titles.
If there is one player who can be singled out for praise it is Lionel Messi.
A commentator aptly called him the player who runs with the ball as if it is tied to his boot laces. Such wonderful control and speed.
And to imagine that at 11 he was told by the doctor he would never grow beyond 4'7". Barcelona funded his treatment at $1,500 per month and Messi has stayed with them till now. At 5'7" he is now the world's best footballer.
Another story of the victory of will over situation. A real life hero.
He has twice, in 2007 and 2008 ended up being runners up 'FIFA footballer of the year', with this performance and the 38 goals he has scored in 2008-09 he can safely presume that he can now wear the crown.
Regards,
Manoj
Barcelona dispatched Manchester United with a dazzling, speedy and dominating display to win the Champions League title 2-0. This is their second win in four seasons. Samuel Eto’o scored first 10 minutes into the game and then Lionel Messi fittingly put it beyong the reigning champions when he headed in the second goal in the 70th minute. This prevented the English club from becoming the first team in 19 years to win consecutive European titles.
If there is one player who can be singled out for praise it is Lionel Messi.
A commentator aptly called him the player who runs with the ball as if it is tied to his boot laces. Such wonderful control and speed.
And to imagine that at 11 he was told by the doctor he would never grow beyond 4'7". Barcelona funded his treatment at $1,500 per month and Messi has stayed with them till now. At 5'7" he is now the world's best footballer.
Another story of the victory of will over situation. A real life hero.
He has twice, in 2007 and 2008 ended up being runners up 'FIFA footballer of the year', with this performance and the 38 goals he has scored in 2008-09 he can safely presume that he can now wear the crown.
Regards,
Manoj
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