So nice to see Mr and Mrs Austin in the stands. Their love for Tracy is palpable. Mrs Austin applauds even when Virginia hits a great shot, applauding Tracy’s effort. Can tell how proud Mr Austin is, he’s proud of Tracy whether she wins the points or not. Both so delighted when Tracy wins, in an admiring way for Tracy. It’s obvious that the parents drive and intelligence were passed on to Tracy. Tracy saw a way to win this difficult trying set.Tracy is a great problem solver, whenever she loses two points in a row Tracy changes her strategy like a battle worn warrior. Can see the champion in Tracy, so impressed by her performance here in this second set. If any one wonders how tough she was they should watch this set.
Tracy robbed the bank in that second set, Tracy had no business winning that second set but her incredibly sharp mind was unbothered by Virginias lead or Virginias power. Tracy is so tenacious. Tracy neutralized the power and forced Virginia to hit more balls than she was able to concentrate through. It’s inspiring for me to watch Tracy hang tough. Tracy never gives in to feelings of doubt she just plods through saying to herself, “ I’ve got this “ Amazing composure for a 14 year old but not just any 14 yr old , this is Tracy Austin we are talking about- a legend.Virginia was a beautiful player who couldn’t mentally stay with Tracy although she played much better than Sue Barker vs Tracy.
No announcers. Interesting. Makes me wonder if CBS televised this match. Too long ago for me, I don't remember if they did or not. Great to see a so very yoing Austin.
I know Ruzici's name because Richard Williams name-checked her as an inspiration but I'd never seen her play. I'm a little surprised at just how much power she has for this era of tennis.
Down the second set point for Virginia, Tracy moon balls to throw the rhythm off and gives Virginia the chance to choke. Virginia chokes by going for too much when her patience runs out. Tracy is smart to give Virginia a lot of balls when she’s anxious during critical points when Virginia is ahead or had set point.
Twice Virginia is up two games Virginia throws the next game away, up 3-1 Virginia throws fifth game away. Up 4-2 Virginia throws next game and up 5-3 throws the next game. Virginia seems mentally exhausted by Tracy’s dogged pursuit of the game when two games down. Tracy is one tough champion.
Que edad tenia Austin ahi?. Parece de 13 años. El tenis que jugaban las mujeres en esa epoca se parece al que actualmente juegan las juniors en la ITF. Enorme diferencia a como se juega actualmente a nivel profesional.
So nice to see Mr and Mrs Austin in the stands. Their love for Tracy is palpable. Mrs Austin applauds even when Virginia hits a great shot, applauding Tracy’s effort. Can tell how proud Mr Austin is, he’s proud of Tracy whether she wins the points or not. Both so delighted when Tracy wins, in an admiring way for Tracy. It’s obvious that the parents drive and intelligence were passed on to Tracy. Tracy saw a way to win this difficult trying set.Tracy is a great problem solver, whenever she loses two points in a row Tracy changes her strategy like a battle worn warrior. Can see the champion in Tracy, so impressed by her performance here in this second set. If any one wonders how tough she was they should watch this set.
I really love your channel. Watch so many of your great videos. Nice to see some women's material from the late 70s!
I can't believe how young Tracy is here and her grounstrokes were amazing.
Tracy robbed the bank in that second set, Tracy had no business winning that second set but her incredibly sharp mind was unbothered by Virginias lead or Virginias power. Tracy is so tenacious. Tracy neutralized the power and forced Virginia to hit more balls than she was able to concentrate through. It’s inspiring for me to watch Tracy hang tough. Tracy never gives in to feelings of doubt she just plods through saying to herself, “ I’ve got this “ Amazing composure for a 14 year old but not just any 14 yr old , this is Tracy Austin we are talking about- a legend.Virginia was a beautiful player who couldn’t mentally stay with Tracy although she played much better than Sue Barker vs Tracy.
No announcers. Interesting. Makes me wonder if CBS televised this match. Too long ago for me, I don't remember if they did or not. Great to see a so very yoing Austin.
I know Ruzici's name because Richard Williams name-checked her as an inspiration but I'd never seen her play. I'm a little surprised at just how much power she has for this era of tennis.
Down the second set point for Virginia, Tracy moon balls to throw the rhythm off and gives Virginia the chance to choke. Virginia chokes by going for too much when her patience runs out. Tracy is smart to give Virginia a lot of balls when she’s anxious during critical points when Virginia is ahead or had set point.
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Twice Virginia is up two games Virginia throws the next game away, up 3-1 Virginia throws fifth game away. Up 4-2 Virginia throws next game and up 5-3 throws the next game. Virginia seems mentally exhausted by Tracy’s dogged pursuit of the game when two games down. Tracy is one tough champion.
Tracy is so cute!
@@valleyheart yes she’s cute but has the drive of a killer,LOL
She looks 11
If Tracy had stayed healthy , Evert and Navratilova wouldn’t have 18 majors.
No doubt
Que edad tenia Austin ahi?. Parece de 13 años. El tenis que jugaban las mujeres en esa epoca se parece al que actualmente juegan las juniors en la ITF. Enorme diferencia a como se juega actualmente a nivel profesional.
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I'd hazard a guess that Tracy's game plan was to hit to the Ruzici backhand. Relentless. Drill baby drill as Mr Trump would say