Originally Posted by Dubaiexile (Post 12295498)

On an aside, what was everyone`s thoughts on the use/mis-use of the Royal box this year by it`s various occupants??

Mrs Middleton using her status to cadge tickets as well??

Originally Posted by co durham boy (Post 12295507)

It happens to every great sporting event mate . The whole thing just becomes a charade and media spotlight taking away focus from the real show which is the sport.

There's been more stories on the people attending Wimbledon than actual tennis and there's been some very good tennis , it's a shame but it's the world we live in.

Originally Posted by co durham boy (Post 12295507)

It happens to every great sporting event mate . The whole thing just becomes a charade and media spotlight taking away focus from the real show which is the sport.

There's been more stories on the people attending Wimbledon than actual tennis and there's been some very good tennis , it's a shame but it's the world we live in.

Originally Posted by Dubaiexile (Post 12295518)

It did make me chuckle to see Tom Watson availing himself of the privilege of sitting there, when he would probably rail against the Royals and their privileged status on any other day.....oh the hypocrisy!

Originally Posted by Autonomy (Post 12293362)

As usual, a very well written and informed comment.

I can't see any other winner than Federer. I had him down as eventual winner before the tournament and now with Murray, Wawrinka, Nadal and Novak all out, I really can't see a big challenge to him. He had a restful first half of the year came back and won Halle on grass. He is ultra keen for one more slam and Wimbledon does suit him a lot. The crowd will be 100% behind Fed. The experience and cool head that he has, the others could wilt in the Centre Court pressure...

Originally Posted by Scamp (Post 12292331)

I was actually being positive about it. Grateful that people want to play for Britain and that we have the reach to attract these people. It's a good thing..... You know, upside, optimistic, upbeat, encouraging, constructive etc. But don't let that get in the way of stereotyping or having a pop or gently reminding the entire world you look down on it with disgust.

Originally Posted by Autonomy (Post 12297135)

Read this with disgust and just felt the need to highlight this. This shit is what I was rallying against. I know Scamp's comment was meant in the positive, but this negative crap is something I will never agree with.

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/20...ta-britishness

Originally Posted by Autonomy (Post 12297135)

Read this with disgust and just felt the need to highlight this. This shit is what I was rallying against. I know Scamp's comment was meant in the positive, but this negative crap is something I will never agree with.

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/20...ta-britishness