Re: Petra beat Venus in Tokyo, playing Angelique in the final
Nice victory by Petra.
Even though, I felt she could have moved forward, hit more off speed balls more often (IMO); Petra played well, and it was a nice victory.
I know a lot of people here, love Petra as a Person. I do not (though she seems like a fine young lady). I actually enjoy watching Petra play good tennis, more than anything else. Unfortunately/all too often when Petra loses; Kvitova plays horrible or disappointing/not up to her standards tennis, leaving many lost for words. In this match however: Even if Petra would have lost, I wouldn't have minded as much, cause at least she gave it a good effort against a older, but clearly "GAME" Champion/Intimidating player. It was fun to watch.
Venus, was very aggressive. Sometimes this appeared to throw Petra off. Kvitova appears a little intimated by the Venus Williams mystique (going off last year in Miami, and the first set of this match) as well, by not making her pay--with her variety--with Williams playing inside the baseline so often against her. That could have unnerved Petra a bit.
Nonetheless, Petra figured it out, and persevered. And I really hope she demolishes Kerber in the final. Cause she should. Please, no flashbacks from Cincinnati. Only clear thinking Petra!
You owe Kerber a final, semi-final when you're fit and ready!! Now, handle your business!!