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Post by Annie on Sept 13, 2004 0:21:52 GMT 3
Yeah, I was pointed to that safinator post, so I babelfish-ed the original article and I was even more confused. The safinator post makes it sound like this is a recent interview, where he's talking about Dasha and their relationship. But the babelfish version looked like the journalist had just copy-pasted Marat's comments about Silvia at Hong Kong 2001 into the article, with some other ancient comments (about 'beautiful male tennis players' etc) and 'faked' a recent interview, in which there is actually very little new stuff, if any. And I couldn't find Dasha mentioned specifically by Marat in any of the comments.....  Is this just a typical babelfish thing, or is the safinator translation a based on a misreading of the article?? |
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Post by sirius on Sept 13, 2004 3:14:43 GMT 3
Chun from Safinator forum translated some parts from some article. Pretty funny. on.starblvd.net/cgi-bin/bbsmsg?marat_safin&tr=1839sports.sina.com.cn/s/2004-09-12/1003364211s.shtml here's a very nice article abt marat. but unfortunately it's in chinese. the reporters asked marat to rank 'family, tennis, frds and beer', marat said he'll put family to the 1st place, including his current girlfrd, dasha, and then frds, tennis and beer. marat also mentioned that he treats every relationship very seriously, so he felt very sad after his broken-up with silvia and that's why he treasures his relationship with dasha very mumch. he also said that he may retire if he has family and children coz actually he wants a simple life and being with his family only. marat also said that he feels thankful for his fans, but at the same time he's worry as well coz he's afraid that dasha will feel jealous lol~~~ he also asked the reporters whether they think he is handsome. of cuz the reporters said ' yes ' and they asked him to look into the mirror if he doubts it. i've tried my best to translate the parts i think they are the most interesting, but very sorry that my english still sux!!! PS: Jiat, I don't want to give you any more translating work but... don't worry vass... andrea beat u to asking for help lol. so it's not u this time. as i've told the ppl on mtf, it's hell right now in my academic and extracurricular life, so it'll take a while for me to get that translated. but it'll come. u just have to wait... for a bit...hopefully not too much. ;D oh yes, i forgot...from mtf, who got it from ds.com...VIDEOS!!!!! webconf.news.sohu.com/sports/ATP/320/0912e_320.htmlwebconf.news.sohu.com/sports/ATP/320/0912g_320.html*ahem....subliminal message to mieke.....are u gonna rip it??* pweettttyyy pleaaasssssseeee.... |
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Post by sirius on Sept 13, 2004 5:18:02 GMT 3
guess what guys... i did it!!! here's the full article! and now, i'm off to school. warning: LOOOOONNNNNGGGG article (oh yeah. my comments in brackets)
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“A Kid in one hand and a Beer in the other – Sensitive New Age Guy Safin declines to discuss about the tournament”
With the help of a translator, the affable Safin displayed his true, inner self to this reporter. Throughout the discussion, this reporter strongly felt that the Safin sitting in front of him was definitely not the notorious “barrel of dynamite” who tosses his racquet on court to let off steam, but is a person who has high hopes for life and a very good “catch” for the girls.
“I’m really touched by the Chinese fans’ enthusiasm.”
In November last year, Safin, at the invitation of the tournament organisers, travelled to Beijing with Thailand’s Srichaphan for a promotional event. The two players were also the earliest amongst the superstars to commit themselves to this year’s edition of the China Open. Returning to Beijing this year, Safin confesses that he is like before, very excited and that touring the snow covered streets of Beijing last year is an event that still brings back fond memories.
Safin says, “Last year, I had a lot of fun here in Beijing with Srichaphan. The beautiful city also left a deep impression in my mind. During my visit last year, I was surprised to discover that I had so many fans in China. Arriving at the airport today, there were also many fans receiving me and I’m really touched by that. The field is very strong at this year’s tournament, and I cannot guarantee that I can achieve great results but I hope that I can put up an exciting performance for the fans.”<br>
“Would sacrifice tennis for family.”
As many fans would know, there was once a beautiful lady by the name of Silvia by Safin’s side. However, the two broke up last year (is that right? Hmm. Thought it was earlier then that. Anyway, doesn’t really matter), which left Safin dejected for a while. However, at this year’s Australian Open, the tennis world suddenly discovered that another Russian lady had joined Safin’s entourage – Dasha.
Under a reporter’s persistent questioning, the 24 year old Safin admitted to dating Dasha (oops. Almost typed Sasha. Haha) At the reporter’s request, Safin also ranked the 5 most essential things in his life – family, tennis, friends, beer and girlfriend. Safin slyly replied, “First would be my family, which includes my girlfriend. Next would be my friends, followed by tennis and finally, beer.”<br>
Safin confesses that he is very serious about his relationships and so, was upset after his split from Silvia. This also caused his to cherish his current relationship. However, Safin also professes that if he were to start a family and especially if he were to have children, he would most probably choose to retire from tennis and end the frequent travelling, to enjoy his life. “Marriage and children. I think I’d like to have at least 2 children,” Safin admits his “ambitions” truthfully, “I like the idea of enjoying family life.”<br>
“More good looking male players than female player.”
Whether oncourt or offcourt, the good looking Safin has always caught the attention of female fans and he is often surrounded by huge crowds of passionate female fans. (rotflmao) Towards this fact, Safin is very touched but at the same time is afraid that his girlfriend might get jealous (awwww…) During the interview, Safin even asked the reporter, “Do you think I’m good looking?” The reporter replied in the positive and also advised Safin to take a good look in the mirror. Safin smiled and retorted, “Goodness, how can guys look in the mirror, only women do that!” (heeeeeyyyy!!! *indignant look*)
Returning to serious business, Safin replied, “I feel that there are more good looking guys than girls in tennis. There are too few beauties on the WTA tour. In contrast, there are a whole bunch on the men’s tour, including Haas, Hewitt, Roddick and Philippoussis.”<br>
When asked by the reporters if he would do an Anna K and earn big bucks outside of tennis, Safin said, “I will definitely not do this. I have been approached by many people to be their spokesperson but I’m not interested. I’m only interested in tennis and beer (rotflmao). I yearn for a peaceful life, which is also why I strive to be like Sampras and not Agassi, because Sampras is also one who yearns to be away from the spotlight.” (yeah right… suuuurrrreee, whatever u say marat.)
“A Kid in one hand and a Tsingtao in the other.” (tsingtao’s the Chinese beer. My Dad says it’s quite potent. Lol)
If racquets were alive, they would definitely not want to land in Safin’s hands, because he is notorious for destroying several a year. Safin confessed during the interview that he has no desire to change this habit and is also incapable of doing so. “But each racquet costs a lot!” the reporter protests. To this, Safin slyly retorts, “It’s sponsored anyway.” (I think this entire part was ripped off every other interview that asked about the racquet tossing. Geesh.)
Safin’s other habit is beer drinking (haha). Especially Tsingtao (anyone feels that he’s just being nice? He has done this local product endorsement before hasn’t he? But once again, me dad says the beer’s not bad. So maybe it’s true? No idea. Any Chinese fans out there?) A few years ago in Hong Kong, he was introduced to the beer and was immediately hooked and thus became a loyal Tsingtao supporter. “Many people have urged me to give up drinking. Initially, I was also apprehensive but later, I discovered that drinking beer doesn’t change my physique (guess he implies he doesn’t develop a beer belly…hahaha) and so I developed the habit drinking beer everyday.”<br>
“I really enjoy tennis because it brings about extreme emotions and allows me to fulfil my dreams. At the same time, it also brings about financial security. But I do not merely yearn for such a life. I’ll let you in on a secret. My greatest dream is to be able to carry a kid in one hand and hold a Tsingtao in the other. Maybe if that day comes, I will finally be able to enjoy life fully.”
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Post by Tatiana on Sept 13, 2004 10:09:16 GMT 3
We're not the only ones, Tatiana  There's quite a few Marat-fans-who-secretly-love-Leonid around here  Want me to put you on the mailing list?! *LOL* Hehe, I'm sure there are pleeently of ppl! And why wouldn't there be, both Marat n Leo r so hawt ;D |
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Post by me on Sept 13, 2004 12:05:20 GMT 3
LOL, already did it!!! ;D ;D ;D btw if you replace the "320" part with "640" you get the bigger vid Jiat, thank you so much for translating the article, sure reading the babelfished version is funny, but this was it actually makes sense! thank you!  |
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Post by Vassily on Sept 13, 2004 12:13:25 GMT 3
Hehe, I'm sure there are pleeently of ppl! And why wouldn't there be, both Marat n Leo r so hawt ;D Don't want to spoil the light hearted mood, but many people in Russia don't like Leonid, because of his.... Jiat>>> Thanks a load for that translation! |
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Post by Annie on Sept 13, 2004 13:26:34 GMT 3
Thanks for the translation Jiat! Yep, babelfish wasn't foolin'.... that article is a carbon copy of his HK 01 interview re: Silvia.... so either Marat is word-for-word repeating himself or the journo took the easy route and 'faked' a new interview based on old quotes and stuff... *tut tut* Vass >> I don't understand what you mean 'because of this...' |
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Post by Vassily on Sept 13, 2004 13:55:54 GMT 3
Vass >> I don't understand what you mean 'because of this...' Oh never mind. They have their reasons, my reason is mostly based on their reasons and I don't want to write them all down here.  |
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Post by Annie on Sept 13, 2004 14:09:15 GMT 3
Ok, you've totally confused me now! Maybe you can PM/email me about it, Vass, cos you've made me really curious ;D
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Post by kasey on Sept 13, 2004 14:29:07 GMT 3
hey guys im a newwie, umm mite sound like a stupid question...but whose Leonid?? I'm curious to find out  |
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Post by Annie on Sept 13, 2004 14:44:42 GMT 3
Hi Kasey! Nice to see you here Welcome to the board! Leonid (Nerushenko) is one of Marat's close friends. He's kinda semi-famous in Russia, was in a boy-band, presented MTV for a while...stuff like that. You can read a little about him here: www.theguyfromrussia.com/friends.htm (He's also the guy next to Marat in my signature photos ;D) OK....I'll get back on topic now, I promise ;D |
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Post by sirius on Sept 13, 2004 15:14:06 GMT 3
LOL, already did it!!! ;D ;D ;D btw if you replace the "320" part with "640" you get the bigger vid Jiat, thank you so much for translating the article, sure reading the babelfished version is funny, but this was it actually makes sense! thank you! i knew that miek... the 640 thing. but i figured, since we'd all probably have problems getting a decent show of the 320, doing a 640 would kill the comps so i thought i'd recommend the smaller one. what ripper do u use? |
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Post by sirius on Sept 13, 2004 15:18:03 GMT 3
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Post by Neo on Sept 13, 2004 15:26:46 GMT 3
Thanx, Jiat! They're like "Look how high up I can lift my leg... beat this!!!"  ;D And... LOL at Marat's looooooong legs ;D |
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Post by Magda on Sept 13, 2004 16:10:39 GMT 3
Jiat, thank you so much for the good work!! and so I developed the habit drinking beer everyday.”<br> Oh man, now I can imagine all jurnos, commentators and other people rambling that he's an alcoholic OK....I'll get back on topic now, I promise ;D tsk tsk... ;D Vass.... you know that I'm a curious girl... ;D soooo.... if you tell me aboud Leonid, I will DEFINITELY forgive you this what I was to forgive you... I know that I told you that I've already forgiven you but I was kidding and I didn't forgive you, so if you send me a PM I will DEFINITELY forgive you now ;D ;D And welcome to tgfr Kasey!!! Okay, we're off topic...so... ummm... oh yeah, Marat is playing tomorrow (yeah, like you didn't know that already , but at least I'm back on topic ) |
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There's quite a few Marat-fans-who-secretly-love-Leonid around here 
Want me to put you on the mailing list?! *LOL*
;D