CAMELOT FANTASIES

Great choice, Embla,

But I struggle with picking one over the other. Your post reminded me of how great Indian Wells was, and in many ways I agree. Mostly because it was the first time I had seen him looking so aggressive on hard court, but then...

Cincinnati was awesome as well. Playing Isner, who was on fire was a daunting test, not only because of the skill on display, but because when playing Isner there is so little room for error. Not only was John's serve phenomenal, but he was actually making great volleys. I think John would've beaten a lot of players that day, but Rafa stayed so focused and played so well during the tiebreaks that that match became even more significant, but then again...

The USO still brings me the chills. I will never forget the 0-40 and break back that halted Djokovic in his tracks. Then, to go on and put the final stamp on the fourth set so convincingly was otherworldly.

After the USO I was sated. None of those losses bothered me one bit. Rafa overly exceeded my expectations and all I wanted from him was adequate rest so that he could do it all again in 2014.