When I played, we all had strengths and weaknesses, and we tried to exploit them. He is quite loud, often drowning out his co-broadcaster, and over-uses his own knowledge by commenting on and analyzing every single aspect of a game. I didnt have a big serve, so I needed to think my way through matches. It is always fun to see him and Andy Roddick crack jokes at each other and to watch him discuss strategic outlooks on matches. After that, though, it came naturally. is also the kind of survey where you somehow need more than one vote since there are so many deserving. Jim Lampley-the guy doesn't know **** about tennis. I would frankly just rather watch the match and listen to the crowd than have her comment. But while were familiar with many of them from their playing days, what have they learned about the sport up in the booth? Pam Shriver was, and still is, the worst. You're lucky you don't have him in the US. It was obviously coming and I dont think anything could have stopped it said el-Noor. Is it just me or does anyone else feel the same? She breaks down strokes and talents like no one else is capable of doing. Aaaaaaaaaagassiiiiiiiiiiiiii.the only match I remember him commenting was the Roddick Fed 07 USO semi and he was probably the best commentary I've ever heard. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Now the weaknesses arent as obvious, but I still think players could do a better job of going after them. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Tim McCarver shows why over-analysis makes bad sports announcers. Anyway the crowd wasn't there. I was totally expecting that there will be an explosion, [and] knew that if it was going to erupt anywhere it would surely be in Khartoum I just wasnt sure about its level, el-Noor said. With attendance limited, tennis commentators are more essential than ever. Here is the list of the 20 worst announcers in sports. Business as Usual: Alcaraz Shines, Sets Zverev Swiatek Breezes Past Pera in Madrid for 50th Ca Tsitsipas Edges Thiem in Final Set Breaker at M Sabalenka Pushes Past Osorio to Reach Round of Medvedev up and Running in Madrid with Win over Rune Tops Bublik from Match Points Down, Ruud T Swiatek Eases Past Grabher in Madrid Opener, Alcaraz Roars Back Against Ruusuvuori in Madrid. Federer Roddick USO Semi 07 w/Andre's commentary for anyone interested: Best: lucky to get the Aussies commentate during the slams so former and current players like Hewitt, Millman and Groth offer an amazing insight that the older commentators don't have. Any ex pro who is not trying to talk too much is fine by me. I was nervous, and self-conscious about having a nasally Buffalo accent, so I lowered my voice a little. Just days before the fighting broke out on 15 April, the US secretary of state, Antony Blinken, spoke again to Fattah al-Burhan as part of frantic efforts to avert a looming clash and received further assurances. If you've ever heard his commentary, you'll understand. He's simply not professional, and it shows. Complete Idiots!!!!!!!! There's something invaluable about having a commentator who has played against both opponents in a match he's calling. Archived post. just curious has anyone here ever heard Austin commentate or is it just me she annoys. Four days after, Why violence has broken out in Sudan video explainer, Sudan: evacuees brave 'risky' travel as fighting intensifies video report, UKgovernment extends Sudan evacuation with additional flight, Sudanese army blocks Britons from boarding last rescue flights, Deadline for British nationals to reach evacuation airfield in Sudan passes, NHSmedics and UK nationals faced risky route to Sudan evacuation point, Britons in Sudan have until midday on Saturday to fly out, ministers say, Fighting surges in Sudan even as ceasefire is extended, Pregnant woman and child stranded in Sudan due to Home Office delays, says husband, Sudan street battles threaten fragile ceasefire as Turkish plane shot, Saudi Arabia working for Sudan ceasefire and restoring civilian rule, The cost is crazy: fighting in Sudan sends food prices soaring. Stuart Scott isn't awful or abrasivehe is simply boring. This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast 63 35 Tennis Sports Professional sport She's quite irritable and shady. Ive tried to memorize things beforehand, and I was terrible. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. You are using an out of date browser. Alcaraz Tops Tsitsipas i. I like the slower courts, because I like rallies. I wish just once, one of the announcers on Network TV during a final when they promote their other shows would say: "What, I can't believe they made such a crappy sitcom. I've come to the conclusion that there are just too damn many to choose from. You may not be a great commentator, but we'll always love you anyway. Its what viewers expect. Sometimes a players coach might ask me, Why are you so negative? Usually, though, the players like me after I meet them. To each their own, though. But how much do you know about the people speaking through your screens, and how they do their jobs? Every so often, though, Ill sit down and watch some of my win over [Steffi] Graf at the WTA Championships in 88. His jokes, which sound hilarious coming next to Mike Wilbon in the familiar confines of his studio, usually fell flat during the football broadcast. I often dislike it when commentators speculate on a player's current state of mind and say it like it's true. ET for Sunday's race. I have never been a big fan of Henman but I have to say I was put off him more by the ridiculous commentary that he gets with the constant 'Tim Lovin' over here. Senility catches all of us but Musburger took it to another level when, during a USC-Nebraska game in 2008, he actually revealed the meaning of a hand-signal as the game was playing. But how much do you know about the people speaking through your screens, and how they do their jobs? He acknowledges the great movers and base-liners of today's game. Others, such as Stefan Dercon, director of the Centre for the Study of African Economies, University of Oxford and development adviser to successive Conservative foreign secretaries, said they thought the UK had been unrealistic. After PMac became DC Captain, I just put him on mute. I'm completely shocked by the survey and a lot of your guys' comments. That required believing the leopard had changed its spots. Arias: Everyone hits and moves great. On Friday [14 April] evening we thought that de-escalation had begun We were wrong, Perthes said to UN staff in the internal meeting. But others disagree, saying that governments and international organisations should have been much better prepared for the crisis. Shriver: I understand the importance of the mental game more. Jimmy Arias (Tennis Channel): After I retired, I started a junior academy, but I hated it. Pam Shriver, for all the reasons previously mentioned. I was referring more to his ridiculous phrases he comes out with. Anyone? This man's outrageous outfits are indicative of the way he speaks about tennis. I thought she might have been alluding to the one who does not read her e-mail. In spanish Corretja is really good. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. People like John L. Something went wrong. 1 player in the world. But Patrick? Its his easy amusement, lack of insight and worship of winners/any rally exceeding the length of a serve that irritates me about him. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I don't mind his voice, its actually kind of characteristic. She's self consumed and never has anything relevant or analytical to say about the matches. Please get rid of Mark Petchey he is the worst tennis commentator ever and just never SHUTS UP! You must log in or register to reply here. I agree that Cliff Drysdale is the worst commentator. Gilbert: I love it. He wasn't worth 100th of what they paid him. Right question, wrong setting. Even baby Novak who Fed played in the final this year was much harder to beat than Roddick by virtue of how much more solid his game was. Grand Slam mixed doubles results. jmac and pmac are both pretty good too. The viewer gets a different perspective, and it helps makes matches more competitive. I applaud your genius in helping me expose these TV know it alls. I think his name is Pat Ryan or something. Sorry, can't remember their names. He helps you see or be aware of many tiny details of both technique and tactics, and also has a million anecdotes. Here is a list of the best tennis commentators who are still currently broadcasting for television networks. The UK special envoy for Sudan and South Sudan, Robert Fairweather, told a recent meeting of Sudanese lawyers in London that in his discussions with Fattah al-Burhan and Hemedti both expressed their worries about what would happen to them the next day if they were to relinquish power. Successive efforts to establish a ceasefire have failed since and most countries are rushing to evacuate first their diplomats then their citizens from Khartoum. He says what everybody else is afraid to say, and he adds an interesting flavor to it as well. He always says "Heeelllloo!" So I wasn't missing the intensity. Rubin: Playing and analyzing are opposite skills in some ways; in the booth, your job is to say what you think, and a players goal is to think as little as possible. My ears bleed at the sound of her voice. Millman is great to listen come Aussie swing, Goodall for all time. Dr Hannah Waddilove, a Foreign Office east Africa analyst, said western influence had declined from a high point in the early 1990s. He also made fun of Mac's serve speed (to his face) which made for extra amusement. He brings absolutely nothing to the experience (in fact I find that he detracts from it significantly). not on the listWHY? Was that Nick Mullins? It may not display this or other websites correctly. Cris Collinsworth suffers so strongly by comparison that he ranks as one of the worst announcers ever in sports. Arias: I knew there were some guys who thought I was good, and others who didnt think so. . When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. :shrug: I don't care for ESPN commentators in general (except BG), but I love when Chrissie shades her on air. I like them, they can't even be compared to the stupid and clueless comments made by Pam Shriver and Cliff Drysdale (when will he retire?). Not really. There were signs of tensions building between RSF and SAF but . Chris evert is by far the worst commentator. In 1999 Stevenson qualified and ultimately reached the quarterfinals at Birmingham, a grass warmup to Wimbledon, before withdrawing to Magi Serna because of a stomach muscle pull. From the television side, Id like to see more innovation. Commentators: The Best, The Worst, & The Average Who is the GWOT (Greatest waste of talent) on the ATP. Sorry, but I have to disagree with all of you. Most players were lucky to get on TV at all. It may not display this or other websites correctly. And the constant sucking up to Pmac and Roddick is really disgusting. When fans are looking for occasional, spot-on analysis while they enjoy the game, Morgan provides a constant stream of drivel. ~Surface Variety and Marketing Gang~ Venus Serena Shuai Z. Su-Wei Danielle. Is he on the payroll like others? Was making that switch the worst decision by a video game maker in history? Mini Arkou Minawi, the governor of Darfur and the head of the Sudan Liberation Army a former rebel group that joined the government in Khartoum in October 2020 after fighting for about 18 years said he had warned from March that war was coming and had urged both factions involved not to fight in the cities among women and children, we used to go and fight in the mountains. Laura Robson seems newish here. I love Magic. I think being a parent helps [Shriver has two sons and a daughter in their teens]. Others I can't stand are Pam Shriver(too into Venus and Serena), Chris Evert (same as Pam), Luke Jensen, Pat McEnroe, Dick Enberg. The message from the senior United Nations officials to their staff was honest if unapologetic. I've never been impressed by her but she's never particularly annoyed me either. I think availability was my strongest suit, because I usually lost early (laughs). I know I did some boneheaded things as a player, so I try to come in with that perspective, that no one is perfect. ago Swiatek - there's no 'n' in her last name. They have been recruiting and increasing their forces from six to seven months ago Neither of them wanted [the fight], then they brought thousands of their troops to Khartoum, he said. For more information, please see our If it isn't that, it is him "analyzing" players' strokes in slow motion, where he seems to make up many facts about the given dynamics. I've heard her pretty often and thought she's fine. gaia1702 1 yr. ago It was a female commentator, I'm not sure which one. Tennis commentators must have gone to the same schools that stock market analysists went to. if I sit down to watch a good match and then hear his voice, I feel like the match is semi ruined and i have to either mute him or feel annoyed throughout. Almost everything he says is just a reiteration (stuttering included) of what the current scoreline is. Every time I see him on the sideline, I wonder: How does someone that large go up and down a football field? ago Shapovolovolov 2 science2finance 5 mo. He also seems very full of himself. He's total *********-iness is matched only by Chris Fowler. Hard to understand over the television, Russell also often bumbled lines and never delivered punchy analysis on cue. The way Gimelstob talks is easily understandable by the people and makes the most sense to non-tennis fans. He's a college football guy who got shifted over to tennis in the off-season by ESPN. Here is a list of the best tennis commentators who are still currently broadcasting for television networks. Pesonally I have to say Mal Washington right now because, although he doesnt annoy me as much outright like Carillo or P Mac but he does it more passive-aggressively, by NEVER saying anything interesting or useful, and pointing out only the most painfully obviously things. I can't stand Mal Washington, Shriver, or Carilo either. steenkash Mar 21, 2021 1 2 Next steenkash Hall of Fame Mar 21, 2021 #1 1) Best: Jmac 2) Worst: that south African one swordtennis G.O.A.T. Lleyton Hewitt and Alicia Molik have been involved in the coverage for about a decade. We are now in the war and the most scary thing is that it will become a civil war. Billy Packer was famous for bringing an angry old man's attitude to the most fun event in sports, the March Madness NCAA tournament. At least you don't have Eurosport's Serbs commentating Robbie Koenig is the worst tennis commentator I've ever heard. Wait a moment and try again. The World Health Organization estimated that more than 400 are dead and thousands injured though medical NGOs in Sudan say the true toll is much higher. Chip Caray's voice always reminds fans of his beloved grandfather, the immortal Harry Caray. If it wasn't for the fact that I like hearing tennis balls being struck, I'd just put the audio on MUTE. Yesterday, I watched the WTA match with sharipova. To top it off, her voice sounds like nails on a chalkboard! QF ( 1977) Mary Carillo (born March 15, 1957 [1]) is an American sportscaster and former professional tennis player. If you are already a Tennis.com user click the LOGIN button, otherwise create an account and start playing. Also eff the fake crowd noise and the ads that follow in the changeover. Austin: Tennis players are used to doing things by ourselves, but you always have a partner in the booth; its like doubles. What amazes me the most is that the BBC and ITV still roll him out for most major sporting events - is there really that much of a dearth of competent sporting journalists to pick from? Four days after Sudan was plunged into a welter of chaotic violence as two rival factions battled for control of its capital city, the UNs special representative to Sudan answered questions online in a virtual townhall meeting. She talks a lot about the behind the scene stuff that we don't get to hear much about. Just shows they have no idea what they are taling about and just state what is going on right infront of them instead of taking history and other things going on in the rest of tennis to account. and our There is this one commentator who literally whispers instead of saying out things aloud. But they can also be made fun and entertaining by great analysis and comments about the players and the match. Jim Gray may give the worst interviews of any major sports journalist. I know, it's hard to replace John Madden. :shock: THE ALL TIME WORST = PAM SHRIVER!! Worst atrick McEnore (to pro-America; knows little about women's tennis), Ted Robinson (obssessed with Maria Sharapova Jim Courier (argues over nothing, John McEnroe (knows absolutley nothign about women's tennis) His punditry is awful and he seems to amaze the ex-professional co-commentator with his utter ineptitude and poor grasp of the game. Cookie Notice You really want people to understand how much is happening out there. Aug 26, 2019, 8:43 AM PDT. You won't find a more knowledgeable basketball man than Dick Vitale. I think Marie Carillo is definitely the best one of all of them. Did I call it before or what?! Blinken said the US would support efforts to set up a committee to lead negotiations to create a lasting peace. Can't get his 'AWWWWWW YOU'VE GOTTA BE KIDDIN' ME!!!' Thank You Lord !!! Wish he was more of a regular or even guest presence. Is it even possible to create a complete "Joe Buck list" of things he does to make baseball fans mute the television? Folks, don't watch that crap.". The worst, however, may be that guy with glasses who used to be on CBS, but now on ESPN. Out of all the commentators I definitely think she's the most interesting. A Hall-of-Famer, Shriver tries to give fans as much access to the sport and its personalities as she can (Getty Images). Unfortunately, his monotone voice and off-cue delivery on-air make it difficult for fans to appreciate his insights. And the constant references to personal slights dating back to the 1990s? We can settle this once and for all. The major networks usually feature men, but Navratilova was and will always be one of the brightest thinkers in tennis. What I want, and I think fans do too, are good matches. That's not the highest bar. One criticism is that sanctions should have been imposed on Hemedti and the RSF to send a strong signal after they massacred about 200 pro-democracy demonstrators in June 2019 as they moved to sideline civilians and consolidate their grip on power. Stevenson made her professional tennis debut in 1998 as a wild card at the US Open where she lost in the first round to France's Alexandra Fusai. Nothing worst than forced fake hype. It was a disaster for my sanity. When Novak was down a break in the first set, they were saying "is he having physical issues". The most annoying tennis commentators I find are the British ones because they talk about what players should do better to win and what they are doing wrong etc, which really bugs me because these guys never won ANY Grand Slams. Her second divorce probably is what caused her to become this bitter, lonely bitch who thinks her shit don't stink. His humor adds vibrancy to a typically dull television set, and his personality amuses all the time, even if he sometimes seems to cross the line (although I enjoy it). Walton was very difficult to understand and never quite delivered his thoughts at the right moment. I usually have it turned down. You see the players expressions and feel what theyre feeling. Then, at a certain point, I didnt want it anymore. He may fist-bump with players after interviews, crack jokes about anything and make nicknames for every athlete, but he is by far the greatest commentator for tennis, in my opinion. Please get rid of Mark Petchey he is the worst tennis commentator ever and just never SHUTS UP! I see the one you are talking about I think, I can't stand him. Some sportscasters, like the immortal John Madden and Harry Caray, manage to combine interesting commentary with a love of sports that actually enhances the fan's experience. 0. It's all of the above that make Joe Buck the worst announcer in sports. 2. Perhaps it is insecurity because she was Awful Announcing's pick for worst sportscaster on television, but Ward needs to let college football fans actually watch the game without constantly interrupting with her verbal drivel. You need to be a chameleon; you need some variation in your game. Behind The Tour: Commentators. hey! How do these former players see their craft? Johnny Mac was paid a six figure some to come down here for the Oz Open and commentate for Channel 7. Pat Cash is a complete jerk<snip>and he's only interested in self promotion. Even though this post is old I just HAVE TO mention this. Those now manoeuvring for advantage in Sudan and east Africa more broadly include China, Russia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Every time I tune in to a match that hes commentating on, I immediately either mute the volume or find another match to watch. W ( 1977) Wimbledon. I bet he was great. Dean Treml/Getty Images. oh roddick just got broken by routine passing shot, YEAH BUT THATS GREAT PLAY BY RODDICK. With Patrick, there is no middle ground: He either goes on a long, praising rant of a team and its players, or seemingly goes after them for the entire game. Pat McEnroe is so judgmental and boring (terrible combo). Best and Worst (or most annoying) commentator? Kahill, Drysdale, Fred Stolle, Barry MacKay are all good to listen to. In my opinion the worst commentator is Mal Washington. NBC asked if I wanted to try commentary, and I said, Sure, lets do this. Id always loved breaking the game down. Talking a good game: Commentators are more essential than ever, Brett Haber, Paul Annacone, Jimmy Arias bring coaching and playing experience to the booth. He asked what I was doing, and I said, Nothing! Then he asked, Do you want to do TV? and I said, Sure! A few days later I got an offer to commentate for ESPN International.