Grigor Dimitrov qualified for the final in Beijing without a game. This happened after his opponent Milos Raonic withdrew.
Yesterday there were pictures of the world №6 had ice on his ankle, and today showed me the reason is partly broken link in the ankle. Raonic tried to come out today on the court for practice, but his staff quickly assessed that the risk to health is too big.
That still does not mean that Raonic will miss the Masters Cup in Shanghai because it rests in the first round and will get some more time to recover. On Friday, world №6 loaded seriously, after playing two games. First beat Malek Jazeera, and then deal with Pablo Karenyo-boost.
So the final Grigor will face Andy Murray, who did not meet difficulties with veteran David Ferrer - 6-2 6-3.
This will be the 11th clash between the two, but the British player leading 7-3 in the total balance.
Saturday, 8 October 2016
Friday, 7 October 2016
Grigor Dimitrov: I did a lot of things the right way today and I'm proud of myself
"I made an excellent match and today I'm just happy," said Grigor Dimitrov after match, which provide him with first win of 8 games over Rafael Nadal 6-2 6-4 in the quarterfinals of the China Open. Bulgarian added that Rafa was one of the greatest sources of inspiration for him over the years and has always managed to learn something new from every collision with the Spaniard.
"I never played well enough in Asia, but now we finally get accustomed to the courts - said Grigor. - In recent days, conditions changed repeatedly played lowered, without it, temperatures fell sharply ... there were so many components that had to take into account.
Nadal is one of the greatest fighters on the court and have enormous respect for him. I am proud of my success today because I managed to keep a high concentration, I am pleased and conditionals respect after several long matches in previous rounds.
"Today I was able to read better serve Rafa, but at the same time there are problems with the way I toss the ball before the kick off. And when you experience difficulty on serve against Nadal, this makes the situation even more complicated. I had a good feeling about the game today, choosing the correct strokes and generally playing markedly aggressive tennis, while control more rallies and I was steady from the baseline. I did quite the right way today.
Efforts finally pay off. The hardest part of the battle against Nadal psychological aspects. Many players fail to be equivalent to a point, but falter for a few minutes, skipped a few beats and suddenly Rafa already has equaled or outcome is far ahead. Against him you know you have to play every point 100%.
At one point the game becomes more a matter of psychological collision. Surely this is one of my biggest wins, but there are those who mean more to me. Of course, to beat Rafa has always been one of my goals, but as I have said many times - if I did not just go back into the Top 10, but to get to №1 in the world, have each week to stand up against these players and to win. At the moment I just want to look at this success as another match.
There were times this season, which definitely was not happy about the game and my training. Many thoughts raced through my head and I wanted to arrange them in a certain way. At one point I said, "okay, you have to do small steps." It is not easy to take such a decision when you were in the Top 10. I had to get back to the basics of the game and give my all, how much I love tennis. "
Grigor commented Milos Raonic, against whom he will face in the semifinals: "He has great service, we have already met several times and the flooring here is comfortable for both of us. Both can not wait to start this game, so let a rest well and getting back on the court tomorrow. "
The meeting between Dimitrov and Raonic is the last program of the Centre Court.
"I never played well enough in Asia, but now we finally get accustomed to the courts - said Grigor. - In recent days, conditions changed repeatedly played lowered, without it, temperatures fell sharply ... there were so many components that had to take into account.
Nadal is one of the greatest fighters on the court and have enormous respect for him. I am proud of my success today because I managed to keep a high concentration, I am pleased and conditionals respect after several long matches in previous rounds.
"Today I was able to read better serve Rafa, but at the same time there are problems with the way I toss the ball before the kick off. And when you experience difficulty on serve against Nadal, this makes the situation even more complicated. I had a good feeling about the game today, choosing the correct strokes and generally playing markedly aggressive tennis, while control more rallies and I was steady from the baseline. I did quite the right way today.
Efforts finally pay off. The hardest part of the battle against Nadal psychological aspects. Many players fail to be equivalent to a point, but falter for a few minutes, skipped a few beats and suddenly Rafa already has equaled or outcome is far ahead. Against him you know you have to play every point 100%.
At one point the game becomes more a matter of psychological collision. Surely this is one of my biggest wins, but there are those who mean more to me. Of course, to beat Rafa has always been one of my goals, but as I have said many times - if I did not just go back into the Top 10, but to get to №1 in the world, have each week to stand up against these players and to win. At the moment I just want to look at this success as another match.
There were times this season, which definitely was not happy about the game and my training. Many thoughts raced through my head and I wanted to arrange them in a certain way. At one point I said, "okay, you have to do small steps." It is not easy to take such a decision when you were in the Top 10. I had to get back to the basics of the game and give my all, how much I love tennis. "
Grigor commented Milos Raonic, against whom he will face in the semifinals: "He has great service, we have already met several times and the flooring here is comfortable for both of us. Both can not wait to start this game, so let a rest well and getting back on the court tomorrow. "
The meeting between Dimitrov and Raonic is the last program of the Centre Court.
Wednesday, 5 October 2016
Grigor Dimitrov Plays Target Practice Blindfolded
"Our faithful mascot, Chuck the duck, put his feathers on the line as he joined Grigor Dimitrov for target practice. Chuck took one for the team when he came face to beak with the Bulgarian’s powerful serve. For a tennis pro like Dimitrov, serving tennis balls at standstill targets should be a walk in the park. However, host Mayleen Ramey tried to ruffle his feathers by presenting him with a blindfold before the challenge could begin.
When asked if he was confident in his ability to serve while blindfolded, Grigor was sort of optimistic, “I think I’m going to struggle for a little bit, but once I get a rhythm going umm..you know [mumbles]”
Watch to see if the tennis star had a quacking good time or if he was left in the dark. Regardless of the result, Dimitrov went home with a Chuck the Duck of his own. If you want a duck #QuackAtUs by filming your target practice and showing us on our Twitter or Instagram account. The more creative you are, the better!"
Video: http://www.outsidetheball.com/grigor-dimitrov-target-practice/
When asked if he was confident in his ability to serve while blindfolded, Grigor was sort of optimistic, “I think I’m going to struggle for a little bit, but once I get a rhythm going umm..you know [mumbles]”
Watch to see if the tennis star had a quacking good time or if he was left in the dark. Regardless of the result, Dimitrov went home with a Chuck the Duck of his own. If you want a duck #QuackAtUs by filming your target practice and showing us on our Twitter or Instagram account. The more creative you are, the better!"
Video: http://www.outsidetheball.com/grigor-dimitrov-target-practice/
Monday, 3 October 2016
Schedule of play - Tuesday, China Open
Grigor Dimitrov started participating Tournament China Open on Tuesday morning against Steve Johnson. The match is the fourth largest court "Brad Drewett" and is the second program.
Both have 4 American clash, and the most recent is from the quarterfinals of the Masters in Cincinnati, where Grigor defeated 7-6 (8) 6-2.
Earlier in the season, Johnson won again at Wimbledon. In 2015 and had two meetings - Bulgarian triumphed in London, and his opponent at Citi Open.
Court court "Brad Drewett" (starting at 6:30 pm.)
1. Karolína Plíšková - Daria Kasatkina
2. Grigor Dimitrov - Steve Johnson
3. McHale / Peng - Makarova / Vesnina
4. Bernard Tomic - Pablo Carreno Busta
Both have 4 American clash, and the most recent is from the quarterfinals of the Masters in Cincinnati, where Grigor defeated 7-6 (8) 6-2.
Earlier in the season, Johnson won again at Wimbledon. In 2015 and had two meetings - Bulgarian triumphed in London, and his opponent at Citi Open.
Court court "Brad Drewett" (starting at 6:30 pm.)
1. Karolína Plíšková - Daria Kasatkina
2. Grigor Dimitrov - Steve Johnson
3. McHale / Peng - Makarova / Vesnina
4. Bernard Tomic - Pablo Carreno Busta
Saturday, 1 October 2016
Grigor Dimitrov lost in Semifinal in Chengdu
Chengdu Open: Semifinal, Dimitrov v Ramos 6-7, 6-1, 6-7
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