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Post by lena on Apr 9, 2008 10:49:06 GMT 3
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Post by happy on Apr 9, 2008 10:49:23 GMT 3
Thanx Patxy for the other pic! Love what I see!!!!
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Post by Annie on Apr 9, 2008 11:32:56 GMT 3
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Post by Annie on Apr 9, 2008 14:08:04 GMT 3
Tarpi LMAO ;D  |
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Post by justsafin on Apr 9, 2008 14:29:38 GMT 3
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Post by annie on Apr 9, 2008 14:32:58 GMT 3
WOW!! wonderful pics, great articles...i don't know about the zany translations but, sounds like fun...thanks to all for all...
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Post by Dina on Apr 9, 2008 15:56:36 GMT 3
I thought it's the right thread to post it!
ITF and ATP announce dates and ranking points
The ITF and the ATP today announced Davis Cup by BNP Paribas dates from 2009 through 2013 and that South African Airways ATP Ranking Points will be awarded for Davis Cup from 2009. This is the first time that ranking points will be awarded for singles and doubles rubbers played in the elite World Group and World Group Play-off Round.
The ITF and ATP announcement means that Davis Cup dates are stabilised through 2013 with the support of the top players whose views were considered during the decision-making process. The addition of ranking points for all live singles and doubles rubbers is an added incentive for players to represent their nations in Davis Cup by BNP Paribas.
“This is a win/win situation for Davis Cup by BNP Paribas and the ATP,” said ITF President Francesco Ricci Bitti. “The calendar is stabilised for the upcoming years in the model that the top players requested and, for the first time in history, Davis Cup players will receive well-deserved ranking points for their performance in the competition.”
“We are delighted to award South African Airways ranking points for Davis Cup starting in 2009,” said Etienne de Villiers, ATP’s Executive Chairman. “The new ATP tour structure for 2009 is about providing fans, broadcasters and sponsors with the very best circuit possible. Like the tour, Davis Cup is a key component to the growth and future of tennis. We look forward to an exciting and memorable season to come.”
Editor Notes
Davis Cup Dates 2009-2013
From 2009-2011, the dates are as follows:
First Round - Week before Indian Wells
Quarterfinals - Week after Wimbledon
Semifinals - Week after the US Open
Final - Week after the ATP Tour World Championships
In 2012, the dates are as follows:
First Round - Second week after Australian Open
Quarterfinals - Week after Miami
Semifinals - Week after the US Open
Final - Week after the ATP Tour World Championships
In 2013, the dates are as follows:
First Round - Week after Australian Open
Quarterfinals - Week after Miami
Semifinals - Week after the US Open
Final - Week after the ATP Tour World Championships
South African Airlines ATP Ranking
Davis Cup will be awarded ranking points under the following structure:
a) Accumulated points over the preceding 52-week period for the 4 rounds of Davis Cup and the play-off round will count as one result. For 2009 onwards, this will be one of the tournaments in the new premium tier 500 category, the best of which count towards a player’s ranking.
b) Points will not be awarded for dead rubbers.
c) Players who don’t play a round of matches will be awarded points based on the immediately preceding round (i.e. a player who doesn’t play the first round but plays the second round will earn 40 points for each singles match won in that second round).
Singles Ranking Points
Points per live singles match
Per Match Won Per Match Lost (1 per round) Team Bonus Performance Bonus Wins Cumulative
Playoff Round 5
Playoff Round 10
1st Round loss 10
1st Round 1 40 40
1st Round 2 40
80
Quarterfinals 3 65 145
Quarterfinals 4 65 210
Semifinals 5 70 280
Semifinals 6 70 350
Final 7 75 425
Final 7 75* 500
Final 8 75 125** 625
500 625
* Team bonus awarded to a singles player who wins 7 live matches and his team wins the competition
** Performance bonus awarded to a singles player who wins 8 live matches
Doubles Ranking Points
Per Match Won Per Match Lost Team Bonus Wins
Cumulative
Playoff Round 10
1st Round loss 10
1st Round 1 50 50
Quarterfinals 2 80 130
Semifinals 3 90 220
Final 4 95 315
35** 350
315 350
* Team bonus awarded to a doubles team who wins 4 matches and his team wins the competition
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Post by davis on Apr 9, 2008 16:25:21 GMT 3
Ranking points for DC matches - what bullsh...  |
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Post by lena on Apr 9, 2008 16:42:16 GMT 3
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Post by Alya10 on Apr 9, 2008 17:02:45 GMT 3
I don't think it's a bad idea...
Might induced players not usually available for DC to play it and rewards those who do play it.
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Post by Anne on Apr 9, 2008 17:08:52 GMT 3
I don't think it's a bad idea... Might induced players not usually available for DC to play it and rewards those who do play it. Yeah definetly. I mean, you want/have to win anyway. Getting points is a good thing then! |
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Post by helloticky on Apr 9, 2008 22:01:20 GMT 3
Joke of the day: Marat won a tie-break against Mitya and someone shouted out: "FINALLY! A breakthrough after Australia!!!" LOL They had a good laugh  ;D ;D ;D.....so totally finally he will win again&agin for his team on friday  & Annie & all you guys thanks for all practice pices .... ;Dgonna be great on friday  |
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Post by maryb on Apr 10, 2008 1:01:58 GMT 3
South African Airways ranking points? What the ....
I'm kinda of the old school. Well, not kinda ... I am. You should be proud to play for your country. Davis Cup is not about self glory, or money! Bloody tv schedules will be dictating this as well. Phht. Who gives a toss if it encourages more players to take part? The Davis Cup stands for something outside of self interest. Phht. It always brings a smile to my wee face that the Big Yin rises to the occasion for DC. Bless him. He ain't participating for self glory! Pandering yet again to tv schedules and selfish interest.
Leave DC be. I really am becoming a greetin' faced old bas**** in my old age.
Excellent!
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Post by SAFINNO1 on Apr 10, 2008 1:21:22 GMT 3
You should be proud to play for your country. Davis Cup is not about self glory, or money! Davis Cup stands for something outside of self interest. Phht. It always brings a smile to my wee face that the Big Yin rises to the occasion for DC. Bless him. He ain't participating for self glory! Mary i couldnt agree so more with you. Ranking points are a load of waffle IMO - even though it will attract the top 10 its giving into them about what matters more to them country or singles ranking this way just accomadates from them however i am glad to hear for the players sake they are scheduling the DC alot better from next year and we may not have so many people moaning about the schedule. Anyway enough bull from me - some Maratski pictures!   Tarpi again with the legs - he needs to give his crotch some air LOL  Well tomorrow is Draw Day - i think we will see Marat in the team possibly at Kolya's expense this time due to his success in Miami and the transition period but i do think Misha and Igor will be the singles with Dimarat teaming up. Cant wait for the draw pictures/comments. COME ON RUSSIA! |
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Post by Anne on Apr 10, 2008 10:13:35 GMT 3
What time will the draw be made? On what time do we know if he is going to play?! kisses  |
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