Collapse AllHammersmith and Fulham Singles - Round 33 | Thursday 1 December 2016 to Wednesday 8 February 2017 (Midpoint: Wednesday 4 January 2017)
This was a much quieter round of the Hammersmith and Fulham Tennis League and disappointingly less than half of the possible matches were played. Thanks to all those who got involved whatever the weather and we hope to see much more tennis next time!
Group Summary:
A quieter group one than we would have liked, perhaps the winter weather and festive period dampened enthusiasm for tennis this time. Luigi led the way in this round getting on court three times to record two victories and top the podium - well played Luigi! Alejandro sneaks into second place.
Final Rankings:
Pos. | Name | Played | P | Won | W | Lost | L | Bonus | BNS | Total | PTS | Form | |
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1 | Luigi Brambilla | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | WW | ||||||
2 | Alejandro Romero | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | W | ||||||
3 | James Mower | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | LW | ||||||
4 | James Tanner | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | WL | ||||||
5 | Ben Carey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | ||||||
6 | Matthew Spiteri | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | LL | ||||||
7 | Nuno Sena | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | L | ||||||
8 | Adam Al-Attar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Match Results:
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentLuigi Brambilla v Ben Carey (Jan 21) 6-0, 1-6, 3-4 TBCPlayer Comments:
- "Long match in a icy cold day in Brook Green! to be continued, Ben to serve next!" -- Luigi
Player Comments:
- "Very nice match with plenty of long rallies and great shots on both sides. We will play again!" -- Luigi
Player Comments:
- "This match was played out in persistent rain, a major reason why it didn't reach the heights of previous encounters between James and Matt. James adapted to the conditions better, and raced into a 1-set lead. The first game of the second set was a crucial point, James managing to come through despite Matt having break points, before going on to close out the match." -- James
Group Summary:
Matthieu showed no sign of nerves on his debut as he cruised to five victories and a well earned promotion. Charlie combined good scheduling skills with some impressive tennis, including a seesaw victory over Benjamin which saw him claim the runner up position. Well played all!
Final Rankings:
Pos. | Name | Played | P | Won | W | Lost | L | Bonus | BNS | Total | PTS | Form | |
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1 | Matthieu Delas | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 10 | WWWW | ||||||
2 | Charlie Cole | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | LWW | ||||||
3 | Benjamin Hammant | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6 | LWWL | ||||||
4 | Michael Cameron | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | LWL | ||||||
5 | Mark Allen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | W | ||||||
6 | Elliott Clements | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | L | ||||||
7 | Matthias Pfeifer | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | L | ||||||
8 | Nick Jackson | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | LLLL |
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Thanks for this game and the good hitting despite very slippery conditions. " -- Matthieu
Player Comments:
- "Probably my best game so far! Great game, great hitting, great energy! enjoyed my evening:) " -- Matthieu
Player Comments:
- "Hi Mike, a most enjoyable game with some wild swings in fortune, that had both blood and sweat if not tears. Look forward to a return match at ELT in the spring. " -- Benjamin
- "A really great game played at bishops park, which was a fine court, but several incidents of the public walking across the back of the court and two coaches having a chat across our court, but hey these are public courts and we need more of them, so these minor irritations should be put up with. Probably had the best game of tennis in my two years with local tennis league, it was very sporting, competitive, friendly and a lovely afternoon," Michael
Player Comments:
- "Ran out of time. Great match up and hope to complete in less perilous conditions soon" -- Benjamin
Player Comments:
- "Great encounter! Enjoyed playing with Nick and sharing two sets and two pints:)" -- Matthieu
Player Comments:
- "Thanks Nick, tough times on the ice rink. Good close game on a frosty evening. Most enjoyable." -- Benjamin
Player Comments:
- "great game of tennis, we had the whole of Ealing lawn tennis club to ourselves at 2pm in the afternoon. Played in doors, some very interesting shots. My ability to plant a smash in the base of the net has not left me, nicks ability to change hands with the racket at critical moments, needed to be seen to be believed. Played in great spirit. " -- Michael
Player Comments:
- "Score does not reflect all the tight games we had and turned to my benefit. Damp and misty conditions which eventually affected more Elliott than me. Good ball hitting, good spirit, I enjoyed that match. Would be a different game in the summer:) PS: remember to pay for parking at Chiswick House Gardens... " -- Matthieu
Player Comments:
- "great game, fantastic fair play and great spirit. Played at Ealing Lawn Tennis Club under the flood lights. I was no match for Matthieu, but none the less it was a good game. " -- Michael
Match of the Group:
Charlie Cole bt Benjamin Hammant (Dec 3) 6-4, 2-6, 6-2Group Summary:
Pawel was determined not be caught in this round building up a bigger lead with every match played. Adam and Alain tried their best to put up some resistance but it was not quite enough defeat the champion. Francesco moved into second place his win over William.
Final Rankings:
Pos. | Name | Played | P | Won | W | Lost | L | Bonus | BNS | Total | PTS | Form | |
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1 | Pawel Rados | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | WWWW | ||||||
2 | Francesco Diurni | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | WWL | ||||||
3 | William Howard | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | LLLW | ||||||
4 | Alain Gaudeau | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | W | ||||||
5 | Fil Pollara | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | WL | ||||||
6 | Adam Rolston | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | LLLL | ||||||
7 | Philippa Seal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Well played Francesco and good to meet you" -- Adam
Player Comments:
- "waiting for final set " -- Pawel
Player Comments:
- "Very good match. Francesco play very good tennis. thanks " -- Pawel
Player Comments:
- "This was a really difficult match with Adam. Adam played very good tennis. in the second set I had a lot of luck because I lost 5: 2 and I managed to equalize and win 7: 5. conditions on the court were very bad. High humidity is the cause of tennis was like an ice rink. Thank you Adam for the game it was a big pleasure and the struggle of the two sides." -- Pawel
Player Comments:
- "good match" -- Pawel
Match of the Group:
William Howard bt Adam Rolston (Dec 3) 7-6 (8-6), 6-4Group Summary:
Group four proved to be a hardy bunch, making it onto the court despite the drizzle. Stephen was the only player to beat Anand but didn't play enough matches to to trouble Anand's win and points tally so Anand takes the gold and Stephen the silver.
Final Rankings:
Pos. | Name | Played | P | Won | W | Lost | L | Bonus | BNS | Total | PTS | Form | |
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1 | Anand Sinha | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 | LWWW | ||||||
2 | Stephen Wan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | WW | ||||||
3 | Don McGill | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | WL | ||||||
4 | Georgina Cartwright | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | LL | ||||||
5 | Vivek Kumar | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | LL | ||||||
6 | Mary Ubah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Match Results:
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentStephen Wan bt Anand Sinha (Feb 12) 6-3, 6-4Player Comments:
- "It was a pleasure to play Anand - he was very organised in reaching out for a match and was accommodating in rescheduling at the last minute. The match had lots of great rallies with a good variety of shots. Would definitely be up for a having a hit again!" -- Stephen
Player Comments:
- "It was a pleasure to have a game with Vivek. Good to get the cobwebs off the racquet for the new year and there were some good rallies!" -- Stephen
Player Comments:
- "This was the alternative Australian Open final, not quite Rafa and Federer but a very enjoyable game, thanks Vivek! All games were very close and we just managed to complete two sets before the rain started." -- Anand
Player Comments:
- "A fun match played in a constant drizzle, thanks for the match Georgina! D" -- Don
Player Comments:
- "Good game despite the drizzle!" -- Anand
Player Comments: