There is sometimes a reason, not an excuse, for what he does. A few years ago, just after the Stan episode, a journalist told him to crawl back into the gutter he crawled out of. Australia cheered. He was pulled back from the edge. Just. But he lost all his joy
"Courage is grace under pressure is a privilege." - Ernest and Billie 😉
I hope some astute film director will see your post and pic and realize that Aryna would make a very fitting Bond villainess once her playing days are over.
I had to figure out how to sign in to this here Social Media Platform just to say happy birthday to you! First, because it's your birthday, and I too, am a fan! Hope it was a great day. Second, because "I want to eat his hair", made me laugh out loud, and study his hair to think about what flavor it would be? I would be interested to hear your thoughts. And 3rd, the Didion quote. She truly was the last queen standing. Thanks for brightening my day and taking the edge off of the season ending!
It was sad about Kyrgios. A bit of background. From the moment he started being forthright about the need for equality in testing the newly formed 'sinnerfam' began bombarding his socials with that rather sweet photo from four years ago. Without her permission they used it hundreds of times a day goading him about his diminished manhood (my words) in fact they both moved on to happier long term relationships long ago.sinnerfam abused Anna this way until he finally responded and they were delighted. The guy who got the response wrote, Mission accomplished. Took two weeks. Can I go to the pub now please? Whatever Kyrgios said, and I think it was more a jibe at himself, pales next to what they did to him. And Anna. You might consider this context because if he's dropped from comms it will be a sad loss and he is not going to tell you. Thousands of people saw the goading every day and were sickened by it.
"decrepit wooden planks" - haha. So true. Went to the Open with my daughter for the first time this year and that was her first comment...are we going to fall through? :)
Of all the journalism covering the U.S. Open… I find your skills and your perspective on the game, the most enjoyable and unique … Please keep it up…
I love love love your emails, please keep them coming! Thank you and happy birthday!
Agree about Kyrgios. He should be held accountable for his comments (and actions) off screen should not be given such a big platform. It's upsetting.
There is sometimes a reason, not an excuse, for what he does. A few years ago, just after the Stan episode, a journalist told him to crawl back into the gutter he crawled out of. Australia cheered. He was pulled back from the edge. Just. But he lost all his joy
"Courage is grace under pressure is a privilege." - Ernest and Billie 😉
I hope some astute film director will see your post and pic and realize that Aryna would make a very fitting Bond villainess once her playing days are over.
I had to figure out how to sign in to this here Social Media Platform just to say happy birthday to you! First, because it's your birthday, and I too, am a fan! Hope it was a great day. Second, because "I want to eat his hair", made me laugh out loud, and study his hair to think about what flavor it would be? I would be interested to hear your thoughts. And 3rd, the Didion quote. She truly was the last queen standing. Thanks for brightening my day and taking the edge off of the season ending!
It was sad about Kyrgios. A bit of background. From the moment he started being forthright about the need for equality in testing the newly formed 'sinnerfam' began bombarding his socials with that rather sweet photo from four years ago. Without her permission they used it hundreds of times a day goading him about his diminished manhood (my words) in fact they both moved on to happier long term relationships long ago.sinnerfam abused Anna this way until he finally responded and they were delighted. The guy who got the response wrote, Mission accomplished. Took two weeks. Can I go to the pub now please? Whatever Kyrgios said, and I think it was more a jibe at himself, pales next to what they did to him. And Anna. You might consider this context because if he's dropped from comms it will be a sad loss and he is not going to tell you. Thousands of people saw the goading every day and were sickened by it.
Happy Birthday, Andrea! And thank you for this fabulous recap. I’m so glad you are on Substack!
The union of souls
As always it‘s a lot of joy reading of you - even on a Monday! ☺️ Happy Birthday 🥳 dear Andrea!
Question for Sinner in a presser: Just how *do* you fit all that hair under a cap?
"decrepit wooden planks" - haha. So true. Went to the Open with my daughter for the first time this year and that was her first comment...are we going to fall through? :)
Wonderful. Thank you!
Great US Open recap, superb analysis on Navarro and great take on Kyrgios. Happy Birthday 🍻
I look forward to your newsletters every week, this was an especially excellent one. Happy, happy birthday, hope this year is the best one yet!
An excellent read Andrea.
Thoroughly enjoyable.
Happy Birthday too!🎂🍸
Stephen
Happy birthday & thank you Andrea! A perfect Monday read. Can’t wait for next Monday.