Bud Collins firing…part 2
It was brought to my attention earlier today that my comments about Bud Collins may have been misinterpreted when I got this comment from Aaress (of Onthebaseline.com):
Thanks for the link Tim.
Although Collins did spend his time writing mostly about mainstream players for NBC, one does have to wonder if he wrote about them for MSNBC because that was what MSNBC wanted?
Hopefully with the changes, NBC will bring in someone with as magnetic a personality as Collins - and someone comparable to his tennis expertise.
Aaress brings up a good point that, although Bud Collins spent the majority of his time writing about and covering only well known tennis players, it may of not of been his choice. I’m sure NBC dictates what and who gets coverage (as it affects their ratings, etc). What we do know is that NBC fired an institution yesterday, that was recognized by tennis fans and non-tennis fans alike. I disagree with a lot of what Collins had to say at times, but recognized his knowledge of the history of the sport. In fact, when you look to his top five men’s players of all time (link), his list includes Bill Tilden from the 1920s. What other commentator would give you that historical insight? Perhaps Collin’s best days of commentating were behind him, but we should remember his dedication to the sport and the interesting view he could always provide (and his interesting fashion choices). Instead of him, NBC probably will hire some new commentator, who neither provides extensive in-depth coverage (that has been lacking), or Collin’s personality.
July 11th, 2007 at 8:41 am
Thanks for clarifying that Tim!
July 28th, 2007 at 5:00 pm
Hola faretaste
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