the next big thing

i was kinda disappointed at Marat's early exit in the sony ericsson open. i was hoping pa naman that he'll make it through to the quarterfinals at least. he said in his web site that it was because of the windy conditions that's why he lost. i just hope he'll get his game back before he plays davis cup next month and before the clay season begins. good luck, marat.

aside from marat, i also root for novak djokovic, the young and talented serbian who is showing the tennis world that he's in to win. he is really good, very promising. i think he will be the next big thing in tennis if he continues to play well. i like his game--good serve, big forehand, beautiful backhand, and impressive shot selection. he seems very determined; you can sense the passion in his game. he's young and he wants to win. he was just awarded most improved player of 2006, and he's into the quarterfinals of the sony ericsson open. i hope he'll win the tournament, now that roger is out. best of luck to you, novak.