Monday, July 10, 2006

the epitome of sportsmanship

i sat in front of my television, anxious and excited over the upcoming live broadcast of the wimbledon men's singles finals.. i knew who i supported so avidly.. don't ask me how he could have commanded so much support from one who noes nothing about him other than his tennis game.. or in fact millions..

no more roddick this time.. but the story stays the same.. the display of ultimate sportsmanship, breathtaking tennis and mental strength from them both.. i never really watched a full tennis match before.. and this time made all the difference in that i started to appreciate it as a fantastic tennis match, a battle between 2 great sportsman, rather than plain rivalry.. of course i still truly wanted federer to win.. almost biting off all my fingernails.. haha.. =)

i'm glad he did after the losing to nadal 4 times this year.. it proved to himself and the rest of the world the value of being crowned the champion.. we love you federer! =) but yest changed my view on nadal as well.. and i was just reminded that he's younger than me.. unthinkable.. but totally commendable.. he's made history and he's shown the immense fighting spirit which won him the increased support of many.. i applaud them both for the impressive display of excellent tennis..