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Collapse AllKennington & Brockwell Parks Singles - Round 53 | Thursday 13 February 2020 to Wednesday 8 April 2020 (Midpoint: Wednesday 11 March 2020)
Group Summary:
There was a lot more tennis left to play in this group before the early bath and several players could still have powered on through to win the group. But good scheduling maximised Brian's on-court efforts, his bonus points taking him a point clear of Tom when the curtain fell. So though Tom edged a win against Brian, it is Brian who takes gold this time! Some lovely tennis played and the group had the makings of something special so hope we can all get back on court again soon!
Final Rankings:
- Brian O'neill 7.1 [W2, L2] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Tom Harvey 6.1 [W2, UF2] 6
- Marcos Fernandez 6.2 [W1, L2, UF1] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- David Jovic 5.2 [W1] 2
- Paolo Giua [W1] 2
- Simon Wood 6.1 [L1, UF1]
- Luke Abnett [L2]
- Thomas Phillips 6.2
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Having played Luke many times & lost our previous match together I knew I had start well & be more aggressive. That worked for the first set and I closed it out comfortably enough 6-2. Luke started to play much better with more consistently & intent in the second set and raced into a 5-2 lead. I dug deep to win the next 3 games to level the match but Luke again took 6-5 lead, i managed to break him once to force a TB in which i raced 4 nil up eventually winning 7-5 in a nervy finish. Sorry Luke about 3/4 let cords too in set 2...... was v lucky with those. Until next time!" -- Marcos
Player Comments:
- "Hopefully third time lucky and we’ll be able to complete the match! " -- Tom
Player Comments:
- "Super close first set. I managed to go 5-2 up but Luke stormed back into it and had me on the ropes at 5-4 with a break point to level the set. I was fortunate to take it in the end and the second set score line was a little bizarre considering how close the match was. Look forward to playing again soon." -- Tom
Player Comments:
- "I knew Simon was a solid player after beating me last time out, and that I had to play well to get a result. Thankfully my game mostly clicked tonight and I was able to get the forehand functioning. I probably benefited from Simon's injury/sabbatical from the league for a couple of seasons too. I expect the next one to be much closer! Thanks for the game" -- Brian
Player Comments:
- "Finally, a game in the sunshine! Good to see Marcos back in division 1 and free from injury. Had a good battle, mostly going with serve, but a break in each set allowed me to snatch the victory." -- Brian
Player Comments:
- "Rain interrupted play which allowed me to regroup and change my tactics after a mauling in the first set. New tactics paid some dividends but sadly not enough to take Paulo to a decider! Next time ;-) !!!" -- Brian
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentTom Harvey bt Brian O'neill (Feb 27) 4-6, 6-1, 6-2Player Comments:
- "Brian took the lead early in the first set and maintained the advantage through out. I managed to get on top in the second. Then the third became a bit of an attritional affair as the balls fell of a cliff. Lots of long points, long games and ultimately a long set. I was fortunate to come out on top but fun hitting as always." -- Tom
Group Summary:
If the group win was simply to be based on quality of match commentaries, Edward would have walked this round. As it is, we suspect Julian would have been impossible to catch even if the round had played out as planned. Not that Julian wasn't made to work hard for the group win, just look at runner-up, Edward's terrific three set challenge. So much good tennis here - thanks for playing and can't wait to renew the challenges once more.
Final Rankings:
- Julian Leichtmann 7.1 [W4] 10 includes 2 bonus points
- Edward Hamill [W2, L3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Benjamin Rose [W1, L1, UF1] 4
- Paul Ruenz [L3] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- Thomas Tredinnick [W1] 2
- Jack Mollart-Solity [W1] 2
- Nick Crowe [L2, UF1] 1
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "We were forced to end the match early by the attendant at Kennington, 2 days before they closed all the courts. Looks like covid will prevent us from finishing at all. A very competitive match. Thanks Ben. " -- Nick
Player Comments:
- "With the global sporting calendar grinding to a halt this fixture took on an even greater sense of importance. Of course the South London tennis faithful would attend in their thousands, but now millions of eyes from around the world tuned in to Kennington Park, court 4 to quench their sporting thirst. No pressure then! There was worry that the players may not rise to the occasion but fear not as they rose more beautifully than a Mary Berry Victoria Sponge. Tasty. The competition on show was marvellous with the drama in several games building to a crescendo that had the fans in raptures. In particular one game was so long that it’s been calculated you could have read most of Homer’s Iliad by the time Nick hit the final winner! Well played. " -- Edward
Player Comments:
- "A close match. Luckily I magaged to win the big points and twice came back late in both the sets. Good fun, good rallies. Thank you Nick" -- Julian
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentJulian Leichtmann bt Edward Hamill (Mar 3) 7-5, 3-6, 6-3Player Comments:
- "A close match with lots of fun rallies." -- Julian
Player Comments:
- "A topsy turvy game with Edward fighting back from precarious positions in the second and third set with some nice serve volleying. Nice to play you again and another 3 setter " -- Jack
Player Comments:
- "A super game. Thoroughly enjoyed the final set with some great rallies!!" -- Thomas
Player Comments:
- "What a weapon! That's just naughty. Can you teach me!? were just some of the cries that could be heard from the capacity crowd as they were treated to Paul's cross court forehand-come-slap for the first time this season. A very belated christmas treat for the tennis ultras of South London and Paul was certainly in a generous mood as his winners were raining down more frequently than we're having winter storms at the minute. Seriously, wind, have a day off! That's not his only trick - with his volleys at the net more delicate than a Fabargé egg treating the crowd to a masterclass that wouldn't have looked out of place at the Louvre itself! The crowd, having taken on this tutorial of tennis left ready for Spring to spring into action. " -- Edward
Group Summary:
We have a new star in Alex, making his debut in the league. In a highly competitive group he powered his way to the top of the group with an unbeaten run that allowed him to keep ahead in the points chase even though he was the only player in the top five not to earn bonus points. An impressive performance that only makes us long for the next round even more!
Final Rankings:
- Alex Bhattacharya 10.1 [W5] 10
- Thomas Odulate 9.1 [W3, L1] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Patrick Drysdale 9.2 [W2, L2] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Vincent McGann 8.2 [W1, L2] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Lito Juria 9.1 [L3] 2 includes 2 bonus points
- Alex Wright 10.2 [L1]
- Robert Archer [L1]
- Tom Morris 9.1 [L1]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Thanks for the match Thomas, really enjoyable game in good conditions. Very competitive, the score is generous! Have played sets quicker than that first game of the 2nd set haha! " -- Alex
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentAlex Bhattacharya bt Patrick Drysdale (Mar 21) 6-1, 3-6, 6-3Player Comments:
- "Very competitive match in horrendously windy conditions at Brockwell this morning! Definitely not a true reflection of each players ability... Thanks for the match Patrick, hope to play you again in better conditions soon!" -- Alex
Player Comments:
- "Nice evening for a game! Some really long rallies where Robert was chased every ball! Cheers for the match mate, all the best!" -- Alex
Player Comments:
- "Lito and I battled the elements as much as each other! A bit wet for tennis but we persevered! We had some good rallies and long games, definitely not as one sided as the score line suggests..! Thanks for the match Lito, hope to play you in the sun next time! " -- Alex
Player Comments:
- "If the wind died down a touch almost a perfect day for a game of tennis. Well played Vincent. " -- Thomas
Player Comments:
- "Stopped raining for the game but still very challenging winds. Well played Patrick. " -- Thomas
Player Comments:
- "Nice conditions to play in! Good match with some really good points, second set was very competitive! " -- Alex
Player Comments:
- "Nice to play Vincent again but very blustery conditions! " -- Patrick
Group Summary:
Group 4 had really only just begun, but Andrew, the only unbeaten player this far, can take a fair amount of pride in topping the group. Nathan, up a set in his match against Andrew, might well have caught him, but that, like so much in the group, will now be the start of a new tennis story and a future round!
Final Rankings:
- Andrew Mackenzie [W2, UF1] 4
- Nathan Da Costa 9.1 [W1, L1, UF1] 4
- Ato Andoh [W1, L1] 2
- Glen Campbell [L1] 1
- Ratuja Reddy [L1]
- Daniel Orija 9.1
- Glen Haddon
- Ogden Salillari
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Tough game and lots of fun. But after an extreme downpour and some slipping and sliding we decided we had no choice but to postpone. " -- Nathan
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentNathan Da Costa bt Glen Campbell (Mar 8) 6-3, 1-6, 6-1Player Comments:
- "Great match to be a part of with both players going for their shots despite the swirling winds and roaring of helicopters going over head. Played in great spirits and really enjoyable. Thanks to Local Tennis Leagues for making it happen. " -- Nathan
Player Comments:
- "Very good game in very windy conditions! A close first set and some very good rallies." -- Andrew
Group Summary:
Sophie, Sophie they have been chanting from the KB terraces as the newcomer put in one of those debut performances that really catches the eye. Deprived only of a clean sweep of matches by the early end to the round, she nevertheless won all her five matches and earned her bonus points. These were tough matches, and not least her three-setter with runner-up Christopher. There was so much good tennis in this group and we can't wait to see everyone on court again soon.
Final Rankings:
- Sophie Watson [W5] 12 includes 2 bonus points
- Christopher Burkham 9.1 [W2, L3] 9 includes 2 bonus points
- Terry Hayes 8.2 [W3, L2] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Mark Fleming 9.1 [L3] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Marco Bolgeri 9.1 [W1, L1] 3
- Jason Oddy 10.2 [W1, L1] 3
- Christopher Pluck [W1, L2] 2
- Javier Pordomingo [L1]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Nice match on a sunny day, really enjoyed it. Lots of close games and good rallies." -- Marco
Player Comments:
- "Tight match completed over 2 encounters. Difficult weather conditions on the second one with wind and drizzle, well done Chris for adapting the style of play and overcome conditions to complete a winning comeback. Would love the chance for a rematch!" -- Marco
Player Comments:
- "Tough match with some great little battles going off on court. Hopefully get to hear some decent Jazz in the near future as welll...! Cheers Mark. " -- Terry
Match of the Group:
Sophie Watson bt Christopher Burkham (Mar 1) 3-6, 6-3, 6-4Player Comments:
- "Thank you for making the effort to get this match played in less than ideal conditions javier. Nice one. " -- Terry
Player Comments:
- "A titanic three-hour battle, with a numerous deuce games that ended in a deserved victory for Jason. An exceptionally enjoyable, tough and well-balanced match ... I look forward to the next time we lock racquets! " -- Christopher
Player Comments:
- "As ever, playing Mark is a tricky business – he should have a stall on Roman Road Market selling kitchen utensils, as he does so much slicin' and dicin' ... add the blustery wind to the occasion, and it made for a very tough and enjoyable match." -- Christopher
Player Comments:
- "Great match played in a fair spirit by both players. Lovely to play in. " -- Terry
Group Summary:
Michael may well have thought it would only be a matter of time before he caught Pete in the points table. Having won their head-to-head he only needed one more win to top the group (unless of course Pete had managed another win too). But these are cruel times! Pete is rewarded for his scheduling efforts, playing and winning more matches than anyone else. Well done to him for winning the gold!
Final Rankings:
- Pete Keenlyside [W3, L1] 6
- Michael Chin 8.2 [W2] 4
- John Macdonald 9.2 [W1, L1, UF1] 4
- Joseph Henry 8.2 [L2, UF1] 1
- Sam Ashken 9.1 [L2] 1
- Charlie Blanch 9.1
- Laura Ford 9.1 withdrawn
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Really fun, long game with plenty of twists and turns. Cheers John!" -- Pete
Player Comments:
- "Joe to serve " -- John
Player Comments:
- "Fun game with a few great rallies, despite the slippery conditions, and a welcome distraction from the news. Thanks a lot Joe!" -- Pete
Player Comments:
- "Tough game with a bit of wind, thanks a lot Joe." -- Michael
Player Comments:
- "Interesting game that swung back and forth. Cheers, Sam!" -- Pete
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentMichael Chin bt Pete Keenlyside (Mar 8) 6-4, 7-5Player Comments:
- "Fun, tricky match that I struggled to close out! Thanks Pete" -- Michael
Player Comments:
- "Great to play San again after a couple of years in a match which was closer than the score indicates. Some great long rallies and decent shot making from both of us. Look forward to the next one. " -- John
Group Summary:
There was more tennis to be played here, but perhaps we did witness what would have always been the defining battle - Lucas v Mike. This was Lucas' chance to halt Mike's run and grab the lead for himself, but great though the match was, it was Mike who won through. Well done champ!
Final Rankings:
- Mike Begent 8.2 [W3] 6
- Lucas Mackie 9.2 [W2, L2] 5
- Brian Logan [W1] 2
- Charles Holroyd 10.2 [L1, UF1] 1
- Elinor Wakefield 8.2 [L2, UF1] 1
- Suzanne Bend 8.2 [L1]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Lots of good rallies, windy conditions proved a challenge as well" -- Lucas
Player Comments:
- "A fun match. Sadly the lockdown prevents us completing the third set." -- Charles
Player Comments:
- "In between a bit of dodgy serving on both sides there were some great rallies. Looking forward to playing again!" -- Lucas
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentMike Begent bt Lucas Mackie (Mar 17) 2-6, 6-2, 6-4Player Comments:
- "Lots of back & forth of momentum, some great rallies & great running passing shots from Lucas! Nice to play on some empty courts for once! " -- Mike
Player Comments:
- "A closely fought contest, lots of deuce games and a few marathon rallies. " -- Brian
Player Comments:
- "I was lucky to play Suzanne for her first match back after a winter off, the more competitive second set predicts I would struggle in a rematch! This was a really fun, if a little blustery match! " -- Mike
Player Comments:
- "Great to play Elinor as always! " -- Mike
Results
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The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Kennington & Brockwell Parks.
Scoring Information:
You earn one point for every set you win. Players who complete three or more matches by the mid-point of the round receive 2 bonus points, and a bonus prize (typically a free can of HEAD tennis balls). Bonus prizes must be claimed within 28 days using the link posted to the player's Account page. The link is also emailed to players.
Please note, while matches tied at one set all may be completed with a match tiebreak, singles matches completed to this shortened format, do not count toward bonus points.
Understanding the current rankings display:
Player name, [LTA rating - if known], W - tally of wins, L - tally of losses, UF - tally of unfinished matches] 'n' - points won (if bonus points have been won a note to this effect is added)
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Collapse AllKennington & Brockwell Parks Doubles - Round 27 | Thursday 30 January 2020 to Wednesday 8 April 2020 (Midpoint: Wednesday 4 March 2020)
Group Summary:
A convincing win for group champs Alberto and Gherardo who won three matches without dropping a set and got their bonus points to boot! That made it hard for David and James to catch them, but they had a good run to finish runners up. It was a shame Jesus and Paolo played one match only and that Russell and Nick didn't get going (hope you are ok), but we know doubles is hard to arrange and of course this round was cut short a couple of weeks early.
Final Rankings:
- Alberto Silvestri & Gherardo Zarattini [W3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- David Morley & James Smith [W2, L1] 4
- Jesus Garcia Gomez & Paolo Giua [W1] 2
- Olivia Bowden & James Fulton [L3] 2 includes 2 bonus points
- Rajendra Khokher & Chris Lock [L2] 1
- Russell Lamb & Nick Finney
Match Results:
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentDavid Morley & James Smith bt Olivia Bowden & James Fulton (Mar 2) 6-3, 6-2Player Comments:
- "A great fun match with plenty of really enjoyable rallies. James F smashed home a stunning ace, Olivia crushed a forehand across the court, Dave smashed home a backhand volley and I had fun jumping around at the net. Nice to play in good conditions. " -- James
Player Comments:
- "Fun match!" -- Jesus
Group Summary:
There was a nail biting finale between the eventual champs (Ynda and Adrian) and runners up (Oliver and Simeon) at 4-6, 6-3 and 7-7 in the tie break. It does not get much close than that. It took 8 more points but Ynda and Adrian won 12-10! It was their third three setter in this closely fought group and they needed their one extra win (against Callum and Sally) to clinch the group. Many congratulations to them. Oliver and Simeon were just one point behind.
Final Rankings:
- Ynda Jas & Adrian Yip [W4] 8
- Oliver Husbands & Simeon Johnson [W2, L1] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Andrew Mackenzie & Rachel Mackenzie [W2, L2] 5
- Callum Hudson & Sally O’Brien [L3] 2
- Charles Holroyd & Sital Gandesha [L2] 1
- Giulia Puccini & Sarah Griffin
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Good, competitive match squeezed in just before tennis was made illegal!" -- Andrew
Player Comments:
- "Really good game, closely fought throughout with lots of good points." -- Andrew
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentYnda Jas & Adrian Yip bt Callum Hudson & Sally O’Brien (Mar 15) 4-6, 6-4, 6-3Player Comments:
- "Another long three setter. The match was pretty tight for the most part with breaks and holds traded and slim margins deciding the first and second sets. Throughout, we had some great rallies and all-court play with varied shots and good shotmaking!" -- Ynda
Player Comments:
- "Fun match - we had some nice rallies and both Charles and Sital's serves proved challenging to return/attack." -- Ynda
Player Comments:
- "Conditions were a little wet and windy, but luckily relatively calm for most of the match. A very close one with some good, varied play on either side. Both teams won points off solid serves, strong grounstrokes and (often short) slice balls. Except for 3 or 4 quick service holds and a couple of brisk breaks, most games were tight. The same was true of the match tiebreaker - played due to time limitations - in which Adrian and I took an early lead 4-1, but Oliver and Simeon fought back. At 7-7, the match was anyone's for the taking, but we eventually came through 12-10." -- Ynda
Player Comments:
- "While at times we were all competing against the wind and damp balls more than the team on the other side, we battled through it with some good rallies, serves and varied shotmaking. The conditions made it difficult to build and maintain a rhythm, but we crafted a close, competitive contest nonetheless!" -- Ynda
Results
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The results listed here include the current and previous round of Doubles matches for Kennington & Brockwell Parks.
Scoring Information:
You earn one point for every set you win. Players who complete three or more matches by the mid-point of the round receive 2 bonus points, and a bonus prize (typically a free can of HEAD tennis balls). In doubles, matches tied at one set all may be completed with a matchtiebreak and still count toward bonus points. Bonus prizes must be claimed within 28 days using the link posted to the player's Account page. The link is also emailed to players.
Understanding the current rankings display:
Players' names, W - tally of wins, L - tally of losses, UF - tally of unfinished matches] 'n' - points won (if bonus points have been won a note to this effect is added)
Comments:
Reporters of results are encouraged to leave a comment on the "Report Your Score" form. Additional commentaries may be added by submitting a result revision (see the pencil icon next to your results)
Player Comments: