Agree so much, Emma.
They kill me ignoring Azarenka who is a much better competitor than Sharapova. Sure Sharapova can hang in there with lesser players, but when the rubber meets the road and she's playing Serena or Vika, more often than not, she loses. The Macs are manipulators, but I fault those who allow themselves to be manipulated more.
So, they can save those asinine comments for someone else. I'm not trying to hear it.
Also agree about Pete. Pete is so fair, but he's also so comfortable. It's doubtful he will leave his comfortable life to be in the spotlight again. One of his most admirable qualities--he's never needed the limelight.
I wonder if Federer would ever consider a comm position once he retires. Not too far fetch since he loves tennis so much and doesn't mind the limelight. I wouldn't mind it.
Rafa would probably have to opt for the Spanish one since he's not too comfortable with the English language but who knows.