PARIS — On an obscure court at Roland Garros, in a women’s singles match that drew scant attention, 63rd-ranked Irina-Camelia Begu thrust herself into the global spotlight as the latest example of the ugly, potentially injurious on-court outbursts plaguing pro tennis in recent months.
Irked over losing her serve in a pivotal moment, Begu, 31, tossed her racket on the French Open’s red clay, and it ricocheted into the stands and toward a small child, who burst into tears. The chair umpire summoned the supervisor to adjudicate, but Begu was allowed to play on, later cited for unsportsmanlike conduct, despite the fact that her racket “brushed” the child, according to a statement from the tournament director.
Just two days earlier, Andrey Rublev, the French Open’s seventh seed, also got a warning for unsportsmanlike conduct after he smashed a ball in a rage that almost hit a groundsperson.
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Most pros at the top of the sport, however, come to realize that controlling their anger is ultimately in their interest.
For Rafael Nadal, a five-time recipient of the ATP’s sportsmanship award, behaving on court is something he learned as a child.
“My uncle, my family, never allowed me to break a racket, never allowed me to say bad words or give up a match,” Nadal once explained. “
Probably when I was a kid, they didn’t care much about winning or losing. Of course, all the parents and family, my uncle [who was also his coach] wanted me to win every single match. But probably that was not the most important thing.
The most important thing was the education and the fact that I grow with the values, with the right values.”
For second-ranked Daniil Medvedev, who is still haunted by an epic meltdown he had as a 14-year-old junior, it has been a process.
“At one moment, I understood that it can negatively affect your tennis,” Medvedev said. “But I definitely didn’t understand it [at 14]. It was much later. …
I’m still learning because I have some tantrums, if it’s the right word, sometimes on the court. Usually I’m not happy about it.
The most important is either to know how to react or, better, how not to do them and just stay focused on the match.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2022/05/26/tennis-angry-outbursts-french-open/
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MLTC Newsletter – 31st May
/in Club News /by RobFour Mens Teams had big wins last Saturday with 3 teams now coming 2nd on the ladder.
Our Mens 1 Team now sit 2nd and next Saturday will play Hills District at home at 250pm.
This team comprises Neil Smith and his 3 sons who are Seaside Doubles winners. So a great match deserves a big crowd so get to MLTC next Saturday.
Round 5 Results
Mens 1 won 6-2 at home v Voyager
Cam /Ben paired up to win 4 sets easily.Todd/Sean won 2 sets to complete the win.
Todd has now won 2sets from 8 to have a higher win percentage than The Canterbury Bulldogs( 2 wins from 12) but way below The Penrith Panthers 11 from 12.
Mens 2 Lost 5-3 v Kooroora Gold away
Craig/Jon Corney 3 sets
Mens 3 Won 6-2 v Mortdale away
Craig/Jarryd won 4 sets again Dan/Sam 2 sets
Mens 4 Won 6-1 at home v Neutral Bay
Matthew/Shishir won 3 sets with an unfinished set Gavin/Bede 3 sets
A big win against the top team to now sit a close 2nd on the ladder
Mens 5 Won 7-1 at home v Beecroft
Denis/Chris 4 sets Richard/Hugo 3 sets
Another big win to now be 2nd.
Mens 6 Lost 6-2 v Killara at home
Daniel/Dave 2 sets
Ladies 1 Lost 7-1 v Longueville away
Nicola/Claudia 1 set Lisa was injured and had to forfeit2 sets with Caroline
Ladies 2 Lost 7-1 at home v Longueville
Sarah/ Krista 1 set
Ladies 3 washout at Beecroft
Thursday Ladies Lost 6-2 v Cooper Park
Johanna/Sally 1 set Lindy/Suellen 1 set
Suellen played 4 sets with an injury to help the team out. Well done Suellen.
SATURDAY NOON LADIES 3 V ROSEVILLE
4 COURTS FOR SOCIAL FROM 11.30 AM TO 2.30PM JUNE 4
2.50PM MENS 1 V HILLS DISTRICT
2.50PM LADIES 1 V WESTERN SUBURBS
2.50PM MENS 6 V NEUTRAL BAY
Come on down and watch our top Ladies and Mens Teams this Saturday
Denis Crowley
Virginia
MLTC Secretary
www.manlylawn.com.au
Tennis has an anger-management problem, and it’s getting worse | Washington Post
/in Ask the Pro, Goss /by RobPARIS — On an obscure court at Roland Garros, in a women’s singles match that drew scant attention, 63rd-ranked Irina-Camelia Begu thrust herself into the global spotlight as the latest example of the ugly, potentially injurious on-court outbursts plaguing pro tennis in recent months.
Irked over losing her serve in a pivotal moment, Begu, 31, tossed her racket on the French Open’s red clay, and it ricocheted into the stands and toward a small child, who burst into tears. The chair umpire summoned the supervisor to adjudicate, but Begu was allowed to play on, later cited for unsportsmanlike conduct, despite the fact that her racket “brushed” the child, according to a statement from the tournament director.
Just two days earlier, Andrey Rublev, the French Open’s seventh seed, also got a warning for unsportsmanlike conduct after he smashed a ball in a rage that almost hit a groundsperson.
……
Most pros at the top of the sport, however, come to realize that controlling their anger is ultimately in their interest.
For Rafael Nadal, a five-time recipient of the ATP’s sportsmanship award, behaving on court is something he learned as a child.
“My uncle, my family, never allowed me to break a racket, never allowed me to say bad words or give up a match,” Nadal once explained. “
Probably when I was a kid, they didn’t care much about winning or losing. Of course, all the parents and family, my uncle [who was also his coach] wanted me to win every single match. But probably that was not the most important thing.
The most important thing was the education and the fact that I grow with the values, with the right values.”
For second-ranked Daniil Medvedev, who is still haunted by an epic meltdown he had as a 14-year-old junior, it has been a process.
“At one moment, I understood that it can negatively affect your tennis,” Medvedev said. “But I definitely didn’t understand it [at 14]. It was much later. …
I’m still learning because I have some tantrums, if it’s the right word, sometimes on the court. Usually I’m not happy about it.
The most important is either to know how to react or, better, how not to do them and just stay focused on the match.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2022/05/26/tennis-angry-outbursts-french-open/
MLTC Newsletter – 24th May
/in Club News /by RobOnline Court Bookings – Survey Results
Thanks so much to everyone who completed the survey about online court bookings for members. The response was overwhelmingly positive with 96% of people finding it easy to use and wanting it to continue. We will therefore continue with the online court bookings moving forward. Thanks also to those who made additional comments/suggestions. These will be taken to the committee to discuss.
Suggestions from members are welcome at any time and can be emailed to Virginia at [email protected].
Club Captain’s Report
Rain again interrupted away matches last Saturday but two big wins at home highlighted our home matches
Round 4 Results
Mens 1 Washout away at Hunters Hill.
Mens 2 Won 7-1 at home v Strathfield.
Howard teamed up with Wilko to win 4 sets . Whilst Milton answered the call up to partner Jon Corney to win 3 sets.
Mens 3 Won 8-0 at home v Eastern Suburbs
Two new pairings produced a big win. Craig and Jarryd Stevens paired up for the first time this year as did Vincent and Dan to both win 4 sets easily.
Mens 4 Washout away v Neutral Bay
Mens 5 Drawn 1-3 v Sydney Uni away.
The rain came after 4 sets to wash out play.Graham/Denis 1 set.
Mens 6 Lost 5-3 v Strathfield away.
Brett played his first Badge match for Manly and together with Christo won 3 sets.
Ladies 1 Drew 3-4 v Sydney Uni at home. Bryanne / Nicola won 3 sets
Ladies 2 Won 6-2 away at Sydney Uni
A great win against the top team.Sarah/Krista won 4 sets Virginia/Kirsten won 2 sets.
Ladies 3 Lost 5-3 v Collaroy at home. Kate/Noriko 2 sets Pam/Erryn 1 set
Thursday Ladies Lost 7-1 v Roseville away. Johanna/Sally 1 set
SATURDAY MAY 28
NOON
Mens 4 and Mens 5
2.50pm
MENS 1 MENS 6 LADIES 2
TWO SOCIAL COURTS FROM 1130AM TO 230PM
Message for Badge Players
Dear Badge Delegates,
I hope this email finds you all well! Just a friendly reminder for yourself, badge captain and players to log into Match Center and link / activate their player profile . Players will not be able to see any of their results, and results will not go through to UTR correctly if players do not have their accounts linked.
It is as simple as logging into Match Centre and linking accounts – https://matchcentre.tennis.com.au/
For additional information: https://www.tennisworld.net.au/join-a-social-competition/match-centre-how-to-link-multiple-accounts-2/
Virginia
MLTC Secretary
www.manlylawn.com.au
MLTC Newsletter – 17th May
/in Club News /by RobClub Captain’s Report
Two 8-0 wins and several close matches was the highlight of round 3 of Sydney Badge.
Mens 1 won 8-0 v Kooroora
Two new combinations this match as Cameron gave Bosko the flick to team up with Captain Sean and it proved a great move as they won their 4 sets easily. Bosko then partnered new Member Ben O Connell to win their 4 sets easily also. We are lucky to have such a strong player in the shape of Ben who has joined our club. A good season now looks assured for this team.
Mens 2 Lost 8-0 away to Tennis Valley. A tough loss to a good team.
Mens 3 Lost 7-1 away at Heffron Park.
Another tough loss against a very good team. Justin/ Jarryd won 1 set
Mens 4 Drew 4-3 v Sydney Uni at home
Time ran out with a win 1 game away. Shishir/Matthew continued their good form to win 3 sets and 1 unfinished. Bede/Rob 1 set.
Mens 5 v Killara at home Won 8-0
An easy win against a United Nations Team from Killara.With players from Australia Italy China and Korea(South Korea he said but with a name like Kim I am unsure) Killara played like it was their first match together. Graham/Chris Hugo/ Denis both won 4 sets easily.
Mens 6 Lost 5-3 v Strathfield at home. A close loss with Stu/Dave winning 2 sets and improving each week.Daniel/Peter 1 set
Ladies1 Lost 4-3 away at Kooroora
A close loss with Janelle/Claudia taking 2 sets and Nicola/Caroline 1 set and 1 set unfinished.
Ladies 2 Lost 7-1 at home to Eastern Suburbs
Sarah/Christine won the last set in a strong comeback.
Ladies 3 Won 4-4 on games
Noriko/Kate 2 sets Pam/Erryn 2 sets. Another win to remain undefeated.
Thursday Ladies had a bye.
SATURDAY MAY 21 4 COURTS FOR SOCIAL FROM 11.30AM TO 2.30PM
Ladies 3 Play at Noon
2.50Pm Ladies 1 Play on Courts 1 and 2
2.50PM Mens 2 and Mens 3 play.
Come along to support our Two Ladies Teams who are both in the top 4
Our Mens 2 and 3 Teams will be looking for home wins to start their winning runs.
Denis Crowley.
Long term member Owen is unwell at present so we wish him a speedy recovery.
Best wishes,
Virginia
MLTC Secretary
www.manlylawn.com.au
ATP: May 14 Badge Lessons:
/in Ask the Pro, News /by RobMore valuable ‘how 2 play’ lessons from yesterday’s match and a repeat of some from the previous match.
In a repeating pattern, both our pairs started well (after good prematch warmup) and won the first sets easily. Again, Mike/Sam continued on and completed both sets successfully against the better pair. Meanwhile on court 2, the opposition, while clearly outgunned by Bobby/Fred regrouped and changed the game. They continued this pattern against Mike/Sam.
In brief, they changed the rhythm of the game by:
1. taking much more time between points and particularly on change of ends.
2. Hitting slower, short balls particularly on serve forcing us to generate our own pace.
Combining 1/2 gives ‘too much time to think’, causes players to doubt their ability and leads to playing ‘not to lose’. Or stated more simply, playing the opponents game.
Re 1. Our team collectively plays ‘fast’ compared to most players. The team has learned the lesson of taking time in preparing to serve on big points and now has to learn how to manage the same on the return game … need to reinforce the use of breathing and ritual to get set between ‘points’ regardless of other player’s game rhythm.
Re 2. Reinforces both the need to better understand the ‘ghost line’ strategy and be confident in execution.
It’s takes several weeks of practice to learn how to execute on our coaching court and then confidently apply to a match. This is why I stress focusing on point by point — rather than games or winning/losing. Yep everyone learns by making mistakes.
It’s tough to learn how to execute under match pressure even so that’s why we are playing badge. Our focus is on learning point-by-point rather than simply winning or losing. As I often say, most times you learn, a few times you win. It’s a journey not a race.
Learning how to hit the ball is the easy part of tennis. Learning how to play, well that is the difficult part for most players.
School’s in again Sunday at 1230p.
Joker joins 1000 club
/in Goss, News /by Goss EditorNovak Djokovic Wins 1,000th Career Match at Italian Open
Novak Djokovic, the No. 1-ranked men’s tennis player in the world, added yet another impressive accolade to his resume Saturday following a dominant showing in the Italian Open semifinal.
Djokovic defeated fifth seed Casper Ruud of Norway in straight sets, 6–4, 6–3, to earn his 1,000th career win and advance to his fourth straight final in Rome. The Serbian great will face fourth-seeded Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas on Sunday as he looks to extend his record ATP Masters 1000 title count with a 38th victory.
Djokovic, 34, now joins Jimmy Connors, Roger Federer, Ivan Lendl and Rafael Nadal as the only members of the 1,000-wins club, making him just the fifth men’s player in the Open Era to accomplish the feat.
“Thanks to the tournament and the crowd for celebrating the milestone with me,” Djokovic said after the match, per ATP Tour’s official website.
“I’ve seen Roger and Rafa celebrate those milestones in the last couple of years and I was looking forward to get to that 1,000 myself. I’m really, really blessed and privileged to have that many victories on the Tour. It’s been a long time, ever since I won my first match on the Tour. Hopefully I can keep going and many more victories to come.”
Djokovic’s landmark moment also inspired a special, emoji-laden response from his wife Jelena, who took to social media to express her excitement for his latest accomplishment.
Djokovic’s upcoming clash with Tsitsipas marks the pair’s first meeting since “The Djoker” notched a dramatic comeback victory over the 23-year-old at the 2021 Roland Garros final. Djokovic owns a 6–2 record over Tsitsipas all time, including a 4–0 mark on clay—the same surface they’ll be competing on Rome.
For the year, Djokovic has posted a 10–4 record, with his last outing prior to Rome ending in a historic semifinal defeat at the hands of Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz at the Madrid Open.
si.com/tennis/2022/05/14/novak-djokovic-wins-1000th-career-match
2022 Forster Seniors Tennis Tournament
/in News, Tennis Seniors /by RobThe 2022 Forster Seniors Tennis Tournament is back after the cancellation of the last 2 years due to COVID. Save the dates, Friday 29th July through to Monday 1st August 2022.
The Entry Form is available on the Forster Tennis Club website https://play.tennis.com.au/forstertennisclub and soon to be on Tennis Seniors NSW website – we look forward to seeing you again this year.
Come along and play as little or as much as you like over the 4 days – 6 sessions of tennis. There are events for all – singles, doubles, mixed, combined doubles and mixed.
For accommodation we recommend our Sponsors below:
Forster Holiday Village www.forsterholidayvillage.com.au Phone 02 6554 6027
Big 4 Great Lakes at Forster Tuncurry www.greatlakes.com.au Phone 02 6554 6827
Tuncurry Beach Motel https://tuncurrybeachmotel.com.au Phone 02 6554 7044
Island Palms Motor Inn http://islandpalms.com.au Phone 02 6554 5555
South Pacific Palms Motel www.southpacificpalms.com.au Phone (02) 6554 6511
Forster Palms Motel www.forsterpalmsmotel.com.au Phone 02 6555 6255
Sunseeker Holiday Units www.sunseekerholidayunits.com Phone 02 6554 6818
Bella Villa Motor Inn https://www.bellavillaforster.com Phone 02 6554 6842
Sevan Apartments www.sevan.com.au Phone 02 6555 0300
Lakes and Ocean www.lakesandoceanhotel.com.au Phone 02 6554 6005
Beaches International www.beachesinternational.com.au Phone 02 6554 5160
Additional activities over the weekend include ;
Entry Forms can be mailed to PO Box 522 Forster NSW 2428 or emailed to [email protected]
Brian Adams
Forster Tennis Club
Seniors Tournament Director
Phone: 0404955599
Email: [email protected]
MLTC Newsletter – 11th May
/in Club News /by RobClub Captain’s Report
After wins on the weekend we have Our Ladies 3 Team and our Mens 6 Team on top of the points tables.
Our Ladies 1 Team had a big win also to sit 2nd on the ladder.
ROUND 2 RESULTS
Mens 1 Team washout v Sydney Uni
Mens 2 Lost 7-1 v Kooroora
Unfortunately Steve Nettleton injured his leg in the first set when looking good to win and had to forfeit all his sets. Howard and Geoff won 1 set. Hopefully Netto is back and playing soon.
Mens 3 Lost 6-2 v Killara. Justin and Vincent 2 sets.
Mens 4 Won 5-3 v Killara. Matthew and Shirsir won 3 sets Bede and Gavin 2 sets. A good win as Killara away is always a hard match.
Mens 5 Lost 5-3 v Marrickville. Hugo and Tom 2 sets Richard and Denis 1 set.
Mens 6 Won 4-4 on games at Marrickville. Dave and Stu 3 sets Ben and Mark 1 set. A good win on the grass.
Albo did not play for Marrickville but turned up at 4.30pm with 6 minders for a social hit.
Looking at his form it is a pity he did not play against Manly as we would have had a bigger win.
Ladies 1 Won 7-1 v Kooroora White
A big win with Janelle and Caroline winning 4 sets easily. Nicola and Julia 3 sets.
Ladies 2 Lost 5-3 v Beecroft. Shelley and Kirsten 2 sets Christine and Kristina 1 set.
Ladies 3 v Sydney Uni Won 7-1. Pam and Catherine won 4 sets easily and Erryn and Kate 3 sets. The Ladies are now coming 1st.
Thursday Ladies Lost 4-4 on games. Sally Johanna 3 sets Michelle Lindy 1 set
This Saturday Our Mens 1 Team plays at home at 2.50pm as well as Our Mens 6 and Ladies 2
The noon matches are our Mens 4 and 5 Teams.
SOCIAL TENNIS IS 11.30 -2.30PM ON TWO COURTS.
Bar Prices – With the price of everything going up, our bar prices will increase from July 1, 2022.
Visitors – A reminder to pay the visitor’s fee when you bring a visitor. A visitor can come up to six times, after that they should think about becoming a member.
Best wishes,
Virginia
MLTC Secretary
www.manlylawn.com.au
30 Plus Social Round Robin 2022
/in News, Tennis Seniors /by RobFriday 20, Saturday 21, Sunday 22 May – Rescheduled dates!
For those who have previously entered, your registration and payment will be transferred to the rescheduled event.
If you have previously entered an event but cannot make the rescheduled dates, please inform us ASAP as we are handling refunds this Friday.
We are also welcoming new entrants so feel free to register if you have not previously. All are welcome, so feel free to pass the word on to friends, family, neighbour or colleagues.
Forward entries to Email: [email protected].
Tournament Director: Craig Edwards ph. 0412 185 130
30 plus social RR Info Sheet 2022
MLTC Newsletter – Tuesday 3rd May
/in Club News /by RobRound 1 of Badge was interrupted by rain early but four of our teams managed to play their matches.
Our Mens 6 Team had a good win 6-2 to be the only winners. Daniel and Christo started the season well by winning all 4 sets easily. Mark and Stu won 2 sets to complete an easy win.Good signs ahead for this team.
Our Ladies 1 Team lost by 3 games after the match finished 4 sets all. Bryanne Crabb played her first match for Manly and together with Nicola won their 4 sets. Our other pair of Claudia and Caroline could not manage to win a set but played well against a very strong opposition. The Ladies are looking to make up this Saturday when they play at home at 2.50pm.
The Mens 1 Team lost 7-1 at home with Bosko and Cameron winning 1 set.
The Ladies 2 Team lost 7-1 at home with Sarah and Krista winning 1 set.
All our other Teams were washed out including the Thursday Ladies.
Fine weather is expected this Saturday and we have 5 matches at home.
Noon
2.50PM
Good luck to all teams.
Denis Crowley
MLTC Club Captain
www.manlylawn.com.au
MLTC Newsletter 27 Apr 2022
/in Badge, Club News /by RobThe Badge season begins this Saturday April 30 with 5 teams playing at home.
At noon Manly 4 Mens Team which includes our 2 promising juniors, Matthew and Bede will play their first match in Badge. Everyone wishes them a long and successful career with Manly Lawn. Also Men’s 5 Team plays at noon.
THIS MEANS SOCIAL TENNIS WILL BE FROM 11.30AM TO 2.30PM ON COURTS 3 AND 4.
Then at 2.50pm Mens 1 will play on courts 1and 2. Ladies 2 and Mens 6 also play at 2.50pm.
Good luck to all teams this season and hopefully a big crowd will be in attendance to watch the opening round.
All matches need to be finished by 6pm as MTC has a tennis/social – ‘Drink-Play-Graze’ from 6pm with live music from 7.30pm.
All members are welcome to stay around the bar for drinks if they wish. If you would like to play in the MTC function – please contact Scott or Carmela by tomorrow (Thu) at the latest.
Denis Crowley
Virginia
MLTC Secretary
www.manlylawn.com.au
SUPER SENIOR WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS, FLORIDA 2022
/in Ask the Pro, Goss /by RobPalm Beach Gardens, FL April 23, 2022
Women’s 65, Kitty Godfree Cup
Women’s 70, Althea Gibson Cup (scroll down to see draws once posted)
Women’s 75, Queen’s Cup (scroll down to see draws once posted)
Women’s 80, Doris Hart Cup
Women’s 85, Angela Mortimer Cup
Men’s 65, Britannia Cup
Men’s 70, Jack Crawford Cup
Men’s 75, Bitsy Grant Cup
Men’s 80, Gardnar Mulloy Cup
Men’s 85, Lorne Main Cup (scroll down to see draws once posted)