What’s going on here in the Italian capital? A big upset with Roger Federer being dumped out by Ernests Gulbis. Amazing how Roger’s forehand goes AWOL at times. That’s the barometer when he plays badly! The truth is though, I’m not as surprised as the upset yesterday when Giraldo beat Ferrero….For me that came outta left field!
As for Gulbis, he’s a young man with plenty of talent that hasn’t been utilized until this season. Last year he only won back to back matches at two tournaments – that’s simply unacceptable for someone of his pedigree.
Hats off though to Hernan Gumy( his coach) and to Ernests. First to Gumy for getting the Latvian to work harder and buy into serious off court fitness, and secondly and, perhaps most importantly, to Gulbis for taking the advice on board. This year he’s certainly reaping the rewards bigtime!!!
RK