That was the only clear-cut chance created by the Hammers in the first half-hour, though, and their fans were not slow to show their displeasure, greetingevery misplaced pass with loud groans and jeers.
If you've watched him play a match, you've seen him sprint from the net to the baseline after greeting his opponent, recklessly chase five shots headed for the stands and play every point with the intensity of a match point.