steenkash Mar 21, 2021 1 2 Next steenkash Hall of Fame Mar 21, 2021 #1 1) Best: Jmac 2) Worst: that south African one swordtennis G.O.A.T. Jim Lampley-the guy doesn't know **** about tennis. Dean Treml/Getty Images. Billy Packer was famous for bringing an angry old man's attitude to the most fun event in sports, the March Madness NCAA tournament. after a good shot, has a British (I believe) accent, and absolutely worships Federer. Gilbert: I love it. Most knowledgeable with insights to learn from: I couldn't be bothered to list the best commentators because they vary greatly from day to day. I see the one you are talking about I think, I can't stand him. Most annoying commentator characteristics to you? : r/tennis - Reddit Another charge may be a failure to address the concerns of both Fattah al-Burhan and Hemedti for their own personal safety if, somehow, they were convinced to step down. No matter how bad someone is or how little they know, nothing comes close to PMAC's Roddick worship. For more information, please see our Senility catches all of us but Musburger took it to another level when, during a USC-Nebraska game in 2008, he actually revealed the meaning of a hand-signal as the game was playing. He's SO smug and arrogant. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Arias: As a kid, I was sure I was going to be the No. Robbie Koenig is the worst tennis commentator I've ever heard. Sometimes if you are lucky you get a no commentary option. Shiras: I cant believe how well everyone hits the ball now. I still feel lucky after 20 years to be doing what Im doing. But this :? His understanding of the college game is unparalleled, and it's great to get an opportunity to hear his thoughts on talk shows. not if i'd actually care that much about ESPN-commentators and their agenda :shrug: Is Pam Shriver the worst commentator right now? And I do think he's entertaining from time to time. She's quite irritable and shady. I especially hate how she feels the need to mention Serena's losses every 5 minutes. Was there no warning, one staff member asked? I'm sitting trying to watch the Nole-Zverev match right? Who is the WORST commentator?? | Page 7 | Talk Tennis Sadly, he was as overrated as an announcer as he was underrated as a player. 'Oil painting of a backhand/tennis from another dimension' guy is the worst. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. JavaScript is disabled. But I hope Im still doing this when Im 90, because it feels like a dream to be courtside for the epics: Those times when both guys are cracking the ball, and youve got sweaty palms because you dont know whats going to happen. As nostalgic as the experience is, Caray needs to learn to get the calls right. But yea, Chris Evert is the WORST tennis commentator on TV. I was referring more to his ridiculous phrases he comes out with. It took me awhile to really let go. The message from the senior United Nations officials to their staff was honest if unapologetic. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. steenkash hey! Theyre calling history as its happening.. I'm just dreading them spending all Miami Open talking about the Big 3, who won't even be there. Johnny Mac is so much easier to listen to on NBC than anybody on ESPN or Eurosports, the guy OP is referring to is ok but man he can get annoying. Insightful? Being from England, I cant comment much on the US tv commentators, but virtually all the 45+ British commentators just do my head in over here! I bet he was great. Most tennis commentators are either bad or awful. Please get rid of Mark Petchey he is the worst tennis commentator ever and just never SHUTS UP! Especially regarding Serenas greatness! I've come to the conclusion that there are just too damn many to choose from. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. After that, though, it came naturally. LOL! Carlitos the Defender! Whoever is on ESPN + is even worse than our American ESPN people. Tennis commentators must have gone to the same schools that stock market analysists went to. I've heard her pretty often and thought she's fine. The Best TV Commentators in Tennis - Bleacher Report She eventually retired and is now carrying out the same characteristics in commentary for the sport. Almost everything he says is just a reiteration (stuttering included) of what the current scoreline is. jimbo mack said: She was much better at tennis imo. W ( 1977) Wimbledon. I love JMac, he says what he is thinking about whoever is playing the match. Mary Carillo Votes: 204 57.6% P Mac Votes: 37 10.5% Mal Washington Votes: 19 5.4% Barry Mackay Votes: 23 6.5% Jim Courier Votes: 15 4.2% Luke Jensen Votes: 56 15.8% Total voters 354 1 2 3 8 Next Shaolin G.O.A.T. He's total *********-iness is matched only by Chris Fowler. All these old foggies just have a ridiculous obsession with Tim Henman (and I should think Murray in years to come) that means they complement them and only them in every point. Aug 26, 2019, 8:43 AM PDT. Jimmy Arias (Tennis Channel): After I retired, I started a junior academy, but I hated it. So its hardly a surprise that fans love to discuss their relative merits. French Open. ~Surface Variety and Marketing Gang~ Venus Serena Shuai Z. Su-Wei Danielle. The girl announcers were making fun of the power shreek (I know some think that is annoying.I think its sounds like sexy times). Tracy Austin (Tennis Channel): I was the second seed at Wimbledon in 1983, but I had to pull out with a stress fracture. I am happy that he is no longer a main commentator, and I will definitely not be reading any of his books in my lifetime. Cahill has coached; Lleyton Hewitt, Andre Agassi, Fernando Verdasco, Daniela Hantuchov, Andy Murray, and Ernest Gulbis; so if anybody knows to analyze a tennis match it would be Darren. The major networks usually feature men, but Navratilova was and will always be one of the brightest thinkers in tennis. I agree that Cliff Drysdale is the worst commentator. I don't know about you, but when I hear Chris Evert (luckily, it's not frequent) speak, I immediately feel the strong urge to administer a dope slap. Very boring with the same mono tone voice all the time. Both factions had been mobilising for a struggle, stockpiling ammunition, accelerating recruitment, bringing in extra fuel and medical supplies, even blood. The Loons and Dallas played to a scoreless draw. From the television side, Id like to see more innovation. One day I was at IMGs offices and saw Jim Nagelsen, brother-in-law of Mark McCormack, who ran the company. I know I did some boneheaded things as a player, so I try to come in with that perspective, that no one is perfect. ET for Sunday's race. Unless, of course, he is busy on a tangent about Britney Spears during overtime of a major college football game. Now, I think Jim Courier is definitely THE WORST tennis commentator we have. Talk about reviving a very old thread. Saturday Dover Xfinity race: Start time, TV info, weather Sometimes a players coach might ask me, Why are you so negative? Usually, though, the players like me after I meet them. And, despite the fact that he's being covering this sport for the better part of a decade, he has managed to learn nothing about it whatsoever. He helps you see or be aware of many tiny details of both technique and tactics, and also has a million anecdotes. JavaScript is disabled. Who are the ESPN+ commentators?? | Tennis Forum Best: L. Hewitt - Many on here from North America and Europe probably never heard Hewitt commentating, the guy is really something. We've convened a roundtable of U.S. commentatorsTracy Austin, Brad Gilbert, Jimmy Arias, Leif Shiras, Pam Shriver, Chanda Rubin and Mark Knowles to give us a glimpse into life on the other side. Who are the Best and Worst Commentators? The best part about her is that she recognizes hidden talents in fairly unknown playersparticularly the recognition of when to approach the net and how to outmaneuver the opponent. Nothing worst than forced fake hype. Plus it always helps to have someone in the booth whose actually played the guys on court. The way Gimelstob talks is easily understandable by the people and makes the most sense to non-tennis fans. NBC asked if I wanted to try commentary, and I said, Sure, lets do this. Id always loved breaking the game down. Also, if I hear him give the run down on Blake's injury and dealing with his father's death one more time, I'll vomit. But he is also usually found suggesting that players move in to the net, which is characteristic of the way he played. Andrew Castle, hands down. At the time, I think a lot of people wondered about my game, because I had a different style, and I wasnt the biggest guy. Successive efforts to establish a ceasefire have failed since and most countries are rushing to evacuate first their diplomats then their citizens from Khartoum. Behind The Tour: Commentators. Kahill, Drysdale, Fred Stolle, Barry MacKay are all good to listen to. Jun 5, 2009. Here is a list of the best tennis commentators who are still currently broadcasting for television networks. also cliff is not good, and why does mary c always do mens matches and then for womens matches they bring in some other women? Alexandra Stevenson - Wikipedia When I played, we all had strengths and weaknesses, and we tried to exploit them. yelling out of my head. The green flag is scheduled to wave at 1:11 p.m. Shiras: Ive learned so much working with legends like Jimmy Connors and Martina. Did I call it before or what?! Here is the list of the 20 worst announcers in sports. The constant disrespect of Karatsev from the McEnroe bros was worse. I start to feel as though I'm sucking on lemons during her quiefs. When Novak was down a break in the first set, they were saying "is he having physical issues". People like John L. Something went wrong. The only way I can do the job is just to say what I think. Others I can't stand are Pam Shriver(too into Venus and Serena), Chris Evert (same as Pam), Luke Jensen, Pat McEnroe, Dick Enberg. If Im playing Nadal, Im swinging my serve to his backhand in the deuce court and coming in. Although Pam Shriver is a pretty bad commentator there aren't very many people that are substantially better. McCarver knows baseball as well as anyone around the game and is a pleasure to listen to in post-game analysis or talk show breakdowns of major sports events. It was obviously coming and I dont think anything could have stopped it said el-Noor. I applaud your genius in helping me expose these TV know it alls. Gott Sei Dank !!! I love it as much in the booth today as I did on the court 40 years ago. His comments are quite general and never lead to any genuinely interesting interplay with the other announcers. I watched yesterday's match and today's (3 hours yesterday in which to indulge in the subject), and the only thing I noticed was when Cliff asked Pam who were the best ROSers in the women's game, and Pam said she'd stick to active players. Could somebody explain to me why Chris Evert is being so I like them, they can't even be compared to the stupid and clueless comments made by Pam Shriver and Cliff Drysdale (when will he retire?). I was aware of the pressure between the RSF and the army and certain that [it] could at any time escalate into an unwanted [violent] situation. I would mute them but i like hearing the ball hit back and forth haha. You are using an out of date browser. Commentators: The Best, The Worst, & The Average Who is the GWOT (Greatest waste of talent) on the ATP. It's the combination of the whiney thin nature of her voice with her superior air that just gets to me. If it isn't that, it is him "analyzing" players' strokes in slow motion, where he seems to make up many facts about the given dynamics. I think Marie Carillo is definitely the best one of all of them. She's pressed her singles career could never go further than Memphis MM. I've always thought Malavai Washington wasn't that bad, at least he doesn't drool over someone of the same sex, even if his comments are somewhat mediocre and uninteresting. Sadly, those announcers are few and far between. Talking a good game: Commentators are more essential than ever Then Malvai WA - he might be a nice guy but I don't care when the camera is on - his insight is bland and he's not very professional in delivery. And you have an opportunity to bring the audience inside. JavaScript is disabled. But he still can't analyze a basketball game. Could somebody explain to me why Chris Evert is being so Ahmed Soliman, of Londons Chatham House, said: There were a lot of different visits, a lot of envoys There are plenty of actors who are keen on a military authoritarian regime in Khartoum and much less keen on a civilian government spreading democratic values in the region.. So I feel like I can relate to the confidence and doubts of players. Here is a list of the best tennis commentators who are still currently broadcasting for television networks. Even if an innocent man was sentenced to life, there was, uh-oh, a racial. He could have arguably won the first set if not for his inexperience with the situation. Sorry, can't remember their names. I was shocked the main thing we kept focus on with other embassies was transitional justice, gender empowerment and parliamentary things when the basic deal had not been done in the country, including the economic deal, Dercon said. Can Pam Shriver please never commentate again? : r/tennis - Reddit But Patrick? His constant gripes about players' actions, mid-major performances (even as they became ever better), and the energy surrounding his games finally got him booted into retirement. Russian commentators are hands down the worst. Ive tried to memorize things beforehand, and I was terrible. JavaScript is disabled. He wasn't worth 100th of what they paid him. Come join the discussion about players, gear, matches, scores, guidelines, and more! She provides insightful commentary and I think her digs are hilarious. I usually agree with her it's just that she makes her points in the most obnoxious ways possible. The viewer gets a different perspective, and it helps makes matches more competitive. I think availability was my strongest suit, because I usually lost early (laughs). He was bearable before that though. :shrug: I don't care for ESPN commentators in general (except BG), but I love when Chrissie shades her on air. I'm completely shocked by the survey and a lot of your guys' comments. You need to be a chameleon; you need some variation in your game. #1 The worst part of watching tennis on TV is the commentators.especially the female ones. Keep smiling Magic. Residents and regional experts say governments and NGOs should have been better prepared for violence. He asked what I was doing, and I said, Nothing! Then he asked, Do you want to do TV? and I said, Sure! A few days later I got an offer to commentate for ESPN International. One morning, ABC executives woke up with the bright idea to put Dennis Miller on Monday Night Football. Passion is out the window as a motivator, so it must be money. (modern). While he certainly knows the game, the former Cincinnati Bengals star simply lacks Madden's joy and charisma while broadcasting and it shows each and every game. Some sportscasters, like the immortal John Madden and Harry Caray, manage to combine interesting commentary with a love of sports that actually enhances the fan's experience. Not really. Didn't seem like he knew what he was doing or where he was. Cameron Hudson, an expert in US Africa policy at Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, said: There were moments where sanctions could have been used to great effect and could have changed the trajectory Hemedti has been able to reinvent himself as a politician and a statesman and we, the US, allowed that to happen.. Thank You Lord !!! But while were familiar with many of them from their playing days, what have they learned about the sport up in the booth? just curious has anyone here ever heard Austin commentate or is it just me she annoys. Sitting next to him was like sitting next to an analyst every day. if I sit down to watch a good match and then hear his voice, I feel like the match is semi ruined and i have to either mute him or feel annoyed throughout. Chris evert is by far the worst commentator. : r/tennis - Reddit clif drysdale, for every intelligent comment he makes he makes another 30 stupid ones, the guys has these old cliche's that only he understands too. I agree witjh Borisboris. Especially with that raging coke addiction. Worst, fans of the Madden video game series now have to listen to a Collinsworth voice-over instead of their beloved icon. But I do think players miss chances for all-court tennis, to use the forecourt, to play with variety. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Johnny Mac appreciates and accepts the way the game has changed since his era. Even baby Novak who Fed played in the final this year was much harder to beat than Roddick by virtue of how much more solid his game was. Chrissy Evert! Cookie Notice Very insightful and intelligent commentary, obviously a man talking from years of experience at the highest levels of the pro tour. But she won my heart when Blake yelled at her for talking too loud during his match and she kept going. I noticed that, generally ok with Nick Mullins though Name pronunciations of all tennis commentators is pretty bad. Not when Doug Adler and Stephanie Dubois are working! Dieu Soit Lou !!!! She talks a lot about the behind the scene stuff that we don't get to hear much about. I can't stand the commentators and tend to mute them for the most part and analyze the players' moves on my own, so I'm not sure of the guy's name. You cannot be serious! Insight, humor, down to the tone of his voice was all perfect. There's a wonderful argument for everyone that has been mentioned, though. Then, at a certain point, I didnt want it anymore. Other efforts to halt the slide to violence involved the African Unions representative in Khartoum, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, the EU, UK and the UN. Jim Courier is the only one I've heard a lot of in current times who I think tends to avoid that kind of absurd nonsense. Privacy Policy. She is an analyst for Tennis on NBC and a reporter for NBC Olympic broadcasts . I remember whenever Rafter played, he would always, FOR EVERY MATCH mention that Rafter was one of nine children in his family. Tweetle-dee and Tweetle-dumb. The Weather Underground forecast calls for a high of 62 degrees and a 79% chance . ago Shapovolovolov 2 science2finance 5 mo. Jeez shut up already. Yesterday, I watched the WTA match with sharipova. Effing love Killer's commentary. Minawi said a key moment was the conclusion of a UN and US-backed deal late last year, which was supposed to lead to a transition to civilian-led government and security sector reform. I give Johnny Mac a pass (much I like do Chrissie's incessant drivel) because he's an ATG. Anyone? QF ( 1977) Mary Carillo (born March 15, 1957 [1]) is an American sportscaster and former professional tennis player. RenaGOAT94 said: She's quite irritable and shady. he message from the senior United Nations officials to their staff was honest if unapologetic. He remains one of the worst basketball announcers of all time. I often dislike it when commentators speculate on a player's current state of mind and say it like it's true. Weve convened a roundtable of U.S. commentatorsTracy Austin, Brad Gilbert, Jimmy Arias, Leif Shiras, Pam Shriver, Chanda Rubin and Mark Knowles to give us a glimpse into life on the other side of the screen. I would say Andrew Castle is the worst commentator. Chrissy can be a tad annoying once and awhile. 1 player in the world. Every time I tune in to a match that hes commentating on, I immediately either mute the volume or find another match to watch.
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