How to solve a problem like Maria? Battle of tennis grunters | Daily New York News
Published On: Wed, Jan 25th, 2012
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How to solve a problem like Maria? Battle of tennis grunters

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(dailynewyorknews) – A sound that has become synonymous with the Court’s observation level – the sound of deafening cries and groans that the star players compete to try to recover the greatest sport in the price.

The screams of the large, three-time champion Maria Sharapova and No. 3 worldwide Slam Victoria Azarenka was the source of much conversation in the Australian Open in Melbourne this week – the first Grand Slam year.

“Something About Mary, I mean, what can I say?” eighth-seeded Agnieszka Radwanska said in a press conference after his defeat in the quarterfinals Tuesday Azarenka of Belarus.

“Of course, it’s pretty boring and is just too high.”

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Throughout his career – which included reaching the rank of 1, an advance of 17 years to win Wimbledon in 2004 and two Grand Slam titles – Sharapova has been recognized by the volume of their vocalizations in the field.

“I heard a few times during my career,” said Russia’s 24. “You’ve lived, you’ve seen me play tennis.

“I was the same throughout my career. No one told me important enough to change or do something else.

“Right now there is no change in the rules. Not knowing that there will be, so it does not matter what my answer would be, right? ”

At present, there are no rules prohibiting direct WTA grunts. Women’s tennis body, “however, have rules against obstacles.

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A barrier consisting of involuntary helmet of a player drops a ball from his pocket. In this case, one called and the point is repeated. No obstacles deliberately considered by the referee would result in the loss of a point.

Although the subject of grunts is not mentioned in the year 2012 the International Tennis Federation rules, the WTA said they are trying to form the features of the next generation of players.

“Everyone who looks grunt knows tennis is a part of the game, and we are aware that some fans are annoying,” read a statement WTA.

“We are currently exploring ways to reduce excessive grunting, especially for young players who are new, without adversely affecting the players who have developed their game in the current training

“We believe we have to address the concerns expressed by some fans and have a close look at our policies and educational policies.”

Switzerland’s Martina Hingis withdrew in 2007 after a playing career of 13 years, claims she saw her five Grand Slam titles, including three consecutive victories in the Australian Open between 1997 and 1999.

The former world number 1, which plays in the main event in Melbourne, said the noise is more annoying for the fans and viewers and largely unnoticed by the players.

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However, Hingis admitted to being confused by some noises coming from the opposite end of the court.

“It’s just sometimes when it extends a little more, you’re like,” What are you doing? “The more you have to stretch the higher it got,” 31-year -old said.

“Or sometimes it is as strong and a grunt in the service line and the ball has no weight on it. But I think it’s more of a problem with the audience.”

Due to the volume and nature of calls Azarenka unique number 3 worldwide, the Rod Laver Arena crowd took to its imitation in the second round victory over Casey Dellacqua of Australia.

“Of course I understand. I mean, I’m not deaf,” joked the age of 22. “But it’s okay for me. I mean, I respect the people, what they do. I try to focus on my game.”

Therefore, the training focused on the WTA grunts of the next generation of talent, it seems that the opponents of Sharapova and Azarenka will have to endure the deafening cries for the foreseeable future.

Source: http://edition.cnn.com/2012/01/25/sport/tennis/tennis-sharapova-azarenka-grunt/index.html?hpt=isp_t3

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