Tennis Hard Court Drama 2024 | Part 01 | Challenge! Challenge! Challenge! Challenge! Challenge!

A compilation of drama and controversies that occurred during the early 2024 hard court swing. Featuring Rafael Nadal, Jannik Sinner, Casper Ruud, Alexander Zverev, Benoît Paire, Félix Auger-Aliassime, Yoshihito Nishioka, Luca Van Assche, Dino Prižmić, Botic van de Zandschulp, and more. Enjoy🎾
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[@shobuddy]

Was beginning to get worried till the last segment. Paire did not disappoint.

[@DLundgren22]

Same. Was thinking that if the era of Paire was ending we might need to adopt Nishioka as the new patron saint of Tennis Advocate.

[@got2bjosh]

He often plays UTS these days if you're looking for more of him.

[@MartRavor]

Man, Supervisor is an easy job. They just show up and say "Its the umpires decision!" and leaves lol.

[@a_goblue2023]

BVZ hitting a winner, getting set point, then smashing a ball out of the stadium and getting a point penalty has gotta the the biggest boneheaded thing I’ve ever seen in tennis 😂 what is this man on

[@prestondobber]

Sinner is such a class act, knew the time violation was unfair but didn’t want to argue 👏

[@LouisaReacts]

I like how Casper Ruud addressed that with the chair umpire - made his point, reiterated that he knew it wasn't the chair umpire's fault, but asked for his view to be passed onto the ATP.

[@lc86_65]

Was that in Miami? Wow! So cheap!

[@LouisaReacts]

@@lc86_65 Yes it was. You'd think a 1000 tournament would have better facilities for the players.

[@jeresosa9744]

Ruud wanted everybody to know that Miami M1000 is dead since it´s gone from Crandon Park.

[@geraldiner2527]

@@jeresosa9744 Facts, every player I've seen has said they preferred the old venue. So silly to move

[@Ballz2U2]

it's also made more evident by the fact that players go there from Indian Wells which always wins the prize for the favorite M1000 for players

[@vnbrh7124]

The most common scenario of clip: Umpire: *gives doubtful call* Player: Call the supervisor Supervisor: I cant do anything with that Match: continues

[@pesca922]

I'm beginning to gather that the supervisor is the most useless role in the entire ATP. I cannot recall a time where the supervisor actually did something

[@Xenunt1]

It’s because they’re speaking to the supervisor on a question of fact. They can’t do anything. If the player called on interpretation of the rules that’s different, but they hardly ever do. It’s usually because they don’t like a decision which the supervisor can do nothing about.

[@Funeral_Tango]

Botic van de Zandschulp always looks like he's either about to cry or just really down in the dumps. He's known to choke unfortunately, I hope he overcomes his problems.

[@got2bjosh]

Eeyore of tennis. Let's get him some lithium.

[@KacperWisniewski]

@@got2bjosh haha good comprasion

[@turosfagyi]

Love how these videos always kick off with a harmless little racket smash, just to get us in the mood and start the buildup to the juicy stuff.

[@MarcoSpeaksNadsat]

Nadal thought if he came running back smiling and winking the umpire would let him off lol.

[@Gangrel1fan]

Zverev wanting to challenge when the ball couldn’t be any more in is just so funny to me. 😂

[@Hawxxy]

Could Thompson overrule the umpires decision in this?

[@Gangrel1fan]

@@Hawxxy He probably could’ve told her to let him challenge, but it would’ve been pointless as the ball was clearly in.

[@gabrielametodieva8360]

@@Hawxxynah it’s much better for him to let his opponent spiral down and lose focus on silly things like this haha

[@got2bjosh]

It wasn't really about the ball, it was about TIME. I remember this tournament well & Zverev had a point about the way things were being run. Alas, there was nothing anyone could've done to stop Thompson during that miracle run to both Los Cabos titles.

[@juha1428]

Yeah but the umpire is being difficult for no reason. Thompson hit a shot that ended the rally, Zverev then took few seconds to challenge. Zverev is right that there is no consistency how umpires allow challenges. I've seen so many times players discussing the call with the umpire asking his opinion and then challenge, like wtf?? Sometimes 3 seconds is too long but other times 15 seconds is fine.

[@dre200056]

HES BACK

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@nisalliyanage1281]

@@TennisAdvocate seyboth wild jarry miami?

[@joshc.6706]

Well I can say Sinner has much more patience than me. Definitely different breed to have a preposterous call like that against you and be that respectful.

[@alancosta4760]

If Casper is complaining about ATP saving money on basics for players imagine how the other not stars of show employers are.

[@richieortiz5]

Nishioka hasn’t missed an appearance for a while never thought that’d be the case

[@murgatroidsp]

Sascha was right about how inconsistent umpires are with how long they permit players to take before challenging, but wow why did he sabotage himself like that over a challenge he clearly would have lost

[@Myskka]

Ahhhh Jules Marie fait son entrée, le début de la gloire 😂

[@Tomasticar9203]

Sinner really made the umpire compromise with him there, and avoided any fights, what a legend

[@itsjpanda77]

Jannik is such a class act. More respect to him!

[@burdisdawurd7472]

LETS GO NEW VID!!!

[@itamar8721]

For the next one you gotta put the Garin-Borges match saga it was insane

[@gabrielametodieva8360]

FAA was right about his serve, I watched it in slow motion and it was definitely in. Unlucky

[@matthewbuck5067]

Ruud: ‘I’d like you to speak to your manager please’

[@shangclockmania6168]

Awesome : ) New material, new dramas,... These videos, you just know before watching it will be highly entertaining, as walways ❤

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@cruzthayne9884]

Literally watch these videos everyday pls don’t stop!

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@Ryusevi]

Always a joy to see your videos in the sub box

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@dayostical]

I thought the video was over but Benny made his routine appearance...All is well with the world. Nice!

[@hami-557]

He’s back yesssssss. God bless you

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@polskaontop]

HES BACK 🔥

[@nanouklezaf4273]

1:12 I thought it was Wawrinka in the background

[@snookerstones]

Was wondering when paire would appear then right at the end 😂 the goat

[@SofiaBerrotaran1]

The Paire ending was just superb.

[@paweskibniewski9286]

The way I already forgot Rafael Nadal played a tennis match in 2024.

[@Dre3010]

YESSIR TOOK YOU LONG ENOUGH

[@bushmeyes4372]

Umps like the one in van assches are what annoys me like clearly challenged and even if he didn’t see it he could still give it to him it doesn’t affect the play at all

[@leonstanic3960]

I was almost worried but you saved the goats for last 🤟

[@got2bjosh]

Monte-Carlo: It all started at 2-1 in the 2nd set with questionable lines calls then escalated when Meddy freaked out at Mo Leyhani during the changeover after getting broken by Monfils in the 2nd set at 4-1. "It's OUT!" "I'm playing so good!" "I don't see the time clock..." cursing, etc. I fully expect to see this moment in the clay court drama video. Good close-ups of his face, too. They chatted about it at the end of the match & Meddy was right. Hawk-Eye showed it was indeed OUT. It was an important point that gave Monfils the undeserved break, so Meddy went into lockdown mode & won the next 5 games. 6-2 6-4 1hr 27mins.

[@got2bjosh]

“Who Will Take Action?!” Meddiocre’s Mental Carload, part deux!

[@nonul]

Botic is so interesting! He wins a point to go set point up and then abuses the ball to lose it and then lose the match.

[@sleepymonkey8356]

i like how paire installed just to be here..always))

[@got2bjosh]

So funny how I remember each of these moments as they unfolded & now I can sit back and enjoy the compilations months later. What you omitted from the opening Botic clip, which the commentators expounded upon, is that he actually MADE the shot, but was so scrambled mentally & so down on himself throughout that match that the second violation (ball abuse) was a premature, self-sabotaging, utter lack of self-belief that ultimately cost Botic the tiebreak when he very much could've have won it. It was insane. I hope he never does that to himself again. You must believe in yourself.

[@Pol-jj7my]

Zverev: "Let me talk" - big red flag

[@mattimeikalainen1635]

New video🔥

[@TheoDinu]

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, Let me "Challenge" on this call!!!

[@Dbdbe1]

Zverev with a female umpire? Well at least he didn't hit her...

[@zlomeny]

it's a new year!

[@brandonm8901]

Nadal only played 3 matches this year and still made the list 😅

[@FernandoPerez-ng7jn]

Rafa dropping the kids off at the pool took a little longer than he expected

[@sammyishy.579]

The way I wait for these videos 😂

[@Marc443]

Wie souverän Jannik diese Verwarnung schluckt von diesem Selbstdarsteller-Schiri? Auch eine Größe für sich. Top!

[@pikachude5490]

Had to include paire in there somewhere

[@meieran]

My god, Zverev is either not intelligent enough to understand the simplest rules or he really needs a psychologist. Such an unnecessary and ridiculous outburst, again. Glad that he does not attach the umpire with his racquet. He will never be a true champion. Period.

[@amedeobettinelli6893]

Welcome Back TA!

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@lukegriffiths9645]

RIP OJ, Tennis won't be the same without you

[@jakehitch9821]

Remember when Serena called someone a thief and received a code, but Zverev is cussing up a storm here and yelling at the umpire, saying that they fucked it up, and he got nothing?

[@rhoclouds]

tbf zverev was kind of just talking to himself when he was at his bench. saying it directly to an official’s face is worse. not saying either case is right or wrong

[@anden01]

Well at least Zverev didnt hit the umpire.

[@got2bjosh]

I can't wait for this whole court drama to be over. Everyone from the peanut gallery & TC is constantly looking to take jabs at a situation they're not inside of and lack the legal background to speak on. Good on Zverev for just staying focused on playing excellent tennis. The ATP already conducted their investigation using a third party & the players already nominated and voted for him to be on the Council. The fact that he's going through the stress of appealing instead of paying the fine & merely settling already says a lot. He has his daughter & his girlfriend and has moved on from what was clearly not the best relationship. People are using allegations and cancel culture to preemptively make him out to be the Ike Turner of tennis and then engage in flippant disregard for "innocent until proven guilty". The burden is on the prosecution NOT the defense. Truth is, we don' know anything, so let's just stay out of it.

[@Walkman0007]

indeed, keep hands off women!

[@sushiking56]

😂

[@MistahhMingus]

@@got2bjosh🤓 L

[@got2bjosh]

@@MistahhMingus ?

[@animeoverboys]

I thought you died. So happy to watch more tennis drama!

[@TennisAdvocate]

🤣 🙏💚

[@tagrider1408]

Didn't expect to see Jules in this video... Well somehow expected it because two calls weren't right against him in Tenerife

[@gaspardieu558]

It's impossible to say for sure if FAA's serve was in or out, but it definitely wasn't inside the court like he claims. If it was in it would have just about clipped the line, judging by going frame by frame on video.

[@gabrielametodieva8360]

When I watched it in slow motion it looked bang on the line

[@jockoradic9138]

6:24 oh my god i though its going to be recket break from Riedl that correction is one of the worst i ever seen in my life that is unbelivable

[@CaptaineJunior]

3:07 Ouah Jules Marie ! Mais pas bon pour lui...

[@bushmeyes4372]

That prizmic call was nuts on break point and umpire watching that line mannnn these umps need to be fined or something

[@badboylefou]

Ball was on the line. Just play the video with 0,25 speed, and you will see it ;)

[@lc86_65]

It looks way out... 🤔

[@Stu49583]

It was on the line. It is obvious if you slow it down.

[@badboylefou]

@@Stu49583 totally agreed

[@theophilecharlery4807]

Lol crazy (and not so crazy) how France is over-represented in this video.

[@martinkaras3809]

Finalyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@guilhermelemes7490]

time violation was right if the ball is not good you should say it.

[@MarcoSpeaksNadsat]

How difficult is it for players to immediately shout CHALLENGE. You know instinctively if you see the ball in/out. There is no prolonged thought process.

[@got2bjosh]

Not true. We're talking about split-second reactions. Sometimes you're not sure & everyone is waiting for the other person to provide clarity. If you call for it & you're wrong, you lose the point, but if you don't call in time & you're right, you've lost the point. It can be a real catch 22 mindfluck.

[@Tennis_Siblings]

The downfall of Felix AA is a bigger mystery than Roswell and Bermuda Triangle combined

[@mathis4148]

FRENCHHHH ALLLL PRÉSENTS 🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷

[@kirjava9770]

I love the difference of reaction/behaviour between Sinner who gets an unjustified time violation in the tie-break and Zverev who gets denied the right to challenge a call because it quite obviously came too late at 30-30, beginning of a set, not even on his serve 🤦‍♂️

[@got2bjosh]

Apples to oranges. Zverev was livid because he had lost a crucial point after playing for nearly three hours going past midnight at a lower 250 event worth less money & points. Sinner had been playing for far less time at a Masters event which is worth more money & points & had just won two big tournaments giving him 2.5k points. Easier to take a time violation misunderstanding in stride.

[@antoniobecerro2956]

Nadal and his hip😢

[@VeqasSC2]

0:30 he won the point, wtf?

[@bernardanderson8140]

And people they don’t treat the vets different. The umpire really didn’t want to give Rafa a code, he said “ladies and gentlemen, Rafa was a little bit late returning” 😂😂 13:37

[@got2bjosh]

Baby... Estoril 2024 WILL ABSOLUTELY be in the clay court drama video. Justice for Borges.

[@lc86_65]

I agree with you this time 😂

[@got2bjosh]

You once again completely bypassed the epic Draper meltdown during the changeover after Leheckyeah went up 4-1 in the final set. COME ON! I swear, when I get my hands on that footage, I'll post it. You included Zverev freaking out during the changeover but continue to protect Draper. I can't... Everyone is working overtime to burnish Draper's image in the wake of British men's tennis returning to council housing. The Andalite lost once again to Hubi at Minty Carload, so there ya go.

[@lc86_65]

And again 😂 Draper was also quite salty at the net, too!

[@RobRossiFan]

why did you type R.CONAS so many times but one - he is R.CONCAS and you know his name for sure))

[@TennisAdvocate]

Thanks for pointing that out. You have good eyes and observation skills.

[@TheShadowHS]

bro really miss your videos

[@TennisAdvocate]

🙏💚

[@aggrofreakanton]

Sadly, full electronic line calling will make this series obsolete...

[@onyx081]

I wouldn't be so sure. These drama queens will always find something to argue and complain about.

[@foreverandalways286]

what about clay though?

[@Zamzummin]

There's still warnings and violations, disqualifications, and clay courts where electronic line calling isn't used. Maybe less content overall but definitely still enough to make 1-2 videos per surface per season. Also the WTA tour is always more salty so plenty of drama to be had

[@aggrofreakanton]

@@Zamzummin i hope so!

[@MarcoSpeaksNadsat]

You mean like VAR stopped all controversy in football?

[@AnthonyGaming69420]

So silly

[@Christopher-ep5tk]

I wanna see a single example were calling a supervisor helped. The are completely useless in my opinion.

[@Megarenegade666]

What a narcissists these tennis players are. I am feeling for poor umpires.

[@ShotgunFlood]

Prizmic is such a child

[@DLundgren22]

Zverev being a baby again.

[@excedrinworldwide]

Never bet against Zverev being a whiny little bitch

[@marc-andregauthier5139]

Helwerth is out of line...if you say I was looking at the other player...it's not the player's fault. No rule says SHOUT "CHALLLENGE".

[@mylenedeleseleuc2078]

Except it is the rule, and it's being repeatedby all umpires before every match: ''If you want to challenge, say it loud and clear''

[@zapata4]

"In order to challenge, a player must show an immediate interest in making a challenge and must do it in a timely manner. The key to the policy is “immediate interest”. The player must also make his/her intention to challenge known to the Chair Umpire either verbally or visually using his racquet or finger. The Chair Umpire will (a) reconfirm with the player his intent to challenge; (b) confirm that the player has challenges remaining; and (c) proceed with the electronic review."

[@elalexis6345]

Auger-Aliassime is such a bad guy

[@user-ex5nt5lu1j]

Yeah no ur stupid

[@magnata187]

Ruud, FAA and Zverev - all spoiled brats crying and complaining about everything. Sinner showing them how to be a real winner.

[@lespaul5734]

Ruud is far from spoiled. Virtually all players have complained at the incredibly poor conditions for players at Miami. It's a Masters 1000 and they have worst facilities than tournaments that aren't televised.

[@Marc443]

Do not like Zverev but in this situation he is right!

[@tmmusic724]

not in the way he went about it screaming repeatedly

[@user-oj7co5wm8g]

He’s lucky he didn’t get point penalties for the dozens of “audible obscenities” he dropped.

[@got2bjosh]

@@tmmusic724 It was super late at night, the match had been going on for nearly three hours by that point and Thompson would just not go away ever since escaping Michelsen. Nobody wants to work that hard at a 250. So many bad bounces on that court, too. Even Thompson was freaking out about it early in the match. Los Cabos ended up being a hot mess for everyone except Thompson who won against ALL odds in singles & doubles. A wild 250.

[@got2bjosh]

@@user-oj7co5wm8g During the changeover, i.e- a commercial break for broadcasters plus it was super late at night outside main hours for Standards.

[@joshc.6706]

I agree based on what we saw he is right. However he could have handled that so much better. Now again they’re 2 hours and 40 minutes in. From someone who’s played matches well over three hours the mental drain is severe. Not an excuse for consistent verbal obscenities after the fact but in the moment do I agree with how he handled it, no, do I understand why it went there, yes. The changeover was way over the line. At this point he’s harping on this way too much

[@Propagandamouth]

Oh poor Ruud, they get hundreds of thousands of dollars to chase a ball on the court, but the tournaments are so cheap that they can't put a comfy chair in his trailer. Poor soul.