CAMELOT FANTASIES

I thought of you guys first when I heard the news. I know how it feels. It's so good to see the players we really like in action, isn't it.

And it's a loss for the tournament as well because Rafa is a very big draw. On top of that, I was really looking forward to see all the top guys. Oh well.

Anyway, I still have Andy, Nole, Federer and Nishkori, Dimitrov, Raonic, Cilic, Berdy and lots of others to watch.

herc, USO is still 3 weeks away and Rafa might just recover in time. What do you think?

Thanks for you kind words, Emma. I was a bit taken aback initially, but like Rafa, I am used to navigating unforeseen circumstances. Things have to happen a certain way in order to get the real prize. I remain nonplussed, no matter what comes my way. I think Rafa is the same way.

There will still be good tennis in NY and I plan to enjoy. This may be the breakthrough tournament for my boy, Berdych. I know you're not a fan of his, but I feel he is worthy of a major; for all of his years being behind the Big 4, with an awesome attitude to keep improving. I respect that immensely.