Nathan Lifska It only depends on the type of young player. Venus when conditioned can go toe to toe with any power hitter(mugu, penko, Petra, Osaka) she beat them all last year. But against young retrievers (Sloane, Kerber, Daria, Svitolina) she'll have trouble.
Bobby C Yeah, I was going to say powerful players ho can also retrieve the ball, like Stephens and Kerber. They’ll make the rallies long but will still blow her off the court if they need.
It’s amazing the level Venus can still produce this level, tactically she covers everything ‘age’ has taken away from her, but that forward moving forehand is probably the most brutal shot in women’s tennis still, it just really stunning and demoralizing to her opponents
This is 2018 and it's Venus, so right when I clicked this video, I was like: "She's obviously won this, but not before losing a set she has no business losing" lol
Heather needs a sports psychologist (like Konta had) - constantly loses focus in big points. Shame, because she has such amazing skills. She also has too open a body stance on the forehand.
Why does heather Watson deem to play better.in early season,and late season,the talent is there,she is junior grand slam champion,and senior grand slam champion.she need to believe it herself,so frustrating,she should be in the top twenty
Good match ladies, Watson should have stayed back in the third & tried more drop shots instead of coming to net so much. Play defense in the third set, let your speed and athleticism & youth work for you as the match gets longer but stay aggressive with your shots & serve. Drop City baby!
It’s a great shot but any good net players would’ve gotten to the position or even just chose not to attack the net at all, not sure why Watson did, she should’ve gone only halfway expecting the weak reply but also Incase venus did what she did. I play tennis and I’ve done the same shot many times, it’s actually quite easy to execute as long as you pick a big target, you can’t aim small. I generally aim cross court because net clearance, it’s just hitting a forehand but running backwards, hard but sort of easier than you think, especially the poor net skills from Watson. I though Watson behind the back smash/volley would be a contender but I haven’t seen the other matches either.
This match showed Venus still has her speed. Might not be as fast as she used to be, but her speed is still great. It sucks because she has to limit using it because of stamina
British announcer is annoying with his warped view of the match. Heather wasn't hitting any good returns and everything was short. Also Venus wasn't neutral during any of those points. Her rally shot had Watson on her toes. Venus was being purely aggressive and the announcer wasn't calling Heather out on her faults. He wanted her to win so bad and no she didn't play a good match. She got bageled in the final set.
"Nothing really surprises you about Venus Williams' ability to turn matches in her favour. We've seen it countless times." Sounds like credit where it is due to me. Heather took a set off and lost a close first set to an all-time great, so it was a good overall effort on her part. I'd say the announcer was knowledgeable and far fairer than most American commentators who root openly for the American player.
This match was really high quality. I’m glad Venus was able to raise her game 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 LETS GET IT VEE ❤️
just want one more GS win for Venus before she eventually retires! 2018 US Open pls!
pmorallos 7 we all do!
pmorallos 7 I pray all the time for it !!!!!
Too many younger players now, Keys, Kerber, Stephens, they’ll all just blow her off the court unless Venus does before them.
Nathan Lifska It only depends on the type of young player. Venus when conditioned can go toe to toe with any power hitter(mugu, penko, Petra, Osaka) she beat them all last year. But against young retrievers (Sloane, Kerber, Daria, Svitolina) she'll have trouble.
Bobby C Yeah, I was going to say powerful players ho can also retrieve the ball, like Stephens and Kerber. They’ll make the rallies long but will still blow her off the court if they need.
I didn't expected this match to be this entertaining!!
It’s amazing the level Venus can still produce this level, tactically she covers everything ‘age’ has taken away from her, but that forward moving forehand is probably the most brutal shot in women’s tennis still, it just really stunning and demoralizing to her opponents
Heather Watson is always so gracious at the net, other players should take note.
That was INCREDIBLE.
wow venus is playing amazing for her age
thank you
Venus' crosscourt shots have always been pure elegance.
I hope she wins this tournament
I Love Venus
You go Venus Williams! Congratulations!
Congratulations 🍾
Come on V, get that title!
Good game, I was concerned about Venus' elbow
I was there!!!!! 😁😁😁😁
This is 2018 and it's Venus, so right when I clicked this video, I was like: "She's obviously won this, but not before losing a set she has no business losing" lol
😚😚😚😚💪💪💪💪👏👏👏👏👏go vee.
6-0 in the third set? Madame, that's just exceptional.
Heather needs a sports psychologist (like Konta had) - constantly loses focus in big points. Shame, because she has such amazing skills. She also has too open a body stance on the forehand.
Nathan Constable This wasn’t a loss of focus. She was playing Venus who could take away everything from her. It was obvious in that 3rd set
Jayy D I'm talking about in all of her matches. Look at her career - I basically watch all of her matches.
Heather is sooooo cute! She's the cutest tennis player out there along with sloane!
I know right? She's adorable!!!
5:57 come onnn!!
Congratulations to venus
Why does heather Watson deem to play better.in early season,and late season,the talent is there,she is junior grand slam champion,and senior grand slam champion.she need to believe it herself,so frustrating,she should be in the top twenty
Come onnnnnnnnn
Good match ladies, Watson should have stayed back in the third & tried more drop shots instead of coming to net so much. Play defense in the third set, let your speed and athleticism & youth work for you as the match gets longer but stay aggressive with your shots & serve. Drop City baby!
5:15 shot of the day ?
probably shot of the tournament :)
It’s a great shot but any good net players would’ve gotten to the position or even just chose not to attack the net at all, not sure why Watson did, she should’ve gone only halfway expecting the weak reply but also Incase venus did what she did. I play tennis and I’ve done the same shot many times, it’s actually quite easy to execute as long as you pick a big target, you can’t aim small. I generally aim cross court because net clearance, it’s just hitting a forehand but running backwards, hard but sort of easier than you think, especially the poor net skills from Watson. I though Watson behind the back smash/volley would be a contender but I haven’t seen the other matches either.
Nathan Lifska That hypothetical you’re talking about happened at 6:54... Venus would’ve still gotten the point
This match showed Venus still has her speed. Might not be as fast as she used to be, but her speed is still great. It sucks because she has to limit using it because of stamina
Venus making a comeback
Venus hasn't been the same since this match.
No win for heather but she played well🇬🇧
Wrong strategy by Heather in the third set!
This is Venus's last year I think
Venus NEED a new coach, she's so talented she needs to evovle in her game. She's staying behind with the years.
British announcer is annoying with his warped view of the match. Heather wasn't hitting any good returns and everything was short. Also Venus wasn't neutral during any of those points. Her rally shot had Watson on her toes. Venus was being purely aggressive and the announcer wasn't calling Heather out on her faults. He wanted her to win so bad and no she didn't play a good match. She got bageled in the final set.
"Nothing really surprises you about Venus Williams' ability to turn matches in her favour. We've seen it countless times." Sounds like credit where it is due to me. Heather took a set off and lost a close first set to an all-time great, so it was a good overall effort on her part. I'd say the announcer was knowledgeable and far fairer than most American commentators who root openly for the American player.
Say NO to doping! Keep tennis clean.
I don't think it ever will be clean, there will always be the odd few. Sad that they gave other players who are clean a bad name though!
FIRSTTTTTTTTTT...!! :)
Doberman.! lol
Venus stop doing those 3 sets ..We r really really bored