One more reason to be a happy Chennaite. I was privileged to watch a tennis match LIVE; have been watching in TV for so many years. Not even in my wildest dreams I thought of watching it LIVE.
I was thrilled to get a call Thursday, Jan 8th, 2010 from my friend for the match. I was on cloud 9 entering the stadium, my spirits and enthusiasm was to the highest levels. The stadium was 60-70% occupied and the excitement was building on and on and on. . .
The stadium was sparkling under the flood-lights and I wish I had an over view, it would have been like a shining diamond amidst a dark forest. My expectation and excitement was rising till the first serve came from Wawrinka (SUI), he has become one of my favorite players. 4.5 hours of non-stop action on and off the court. I meant the food stalls at the venue, right from H2O to aerated drinks, from wraps to burgers, you name it and you have it served fresh and hot. Both my hungers were well take care off.
This would be one of my best memories I would cherish. End of the day, one of my childhood desires have come true (the list is slowing shrinking).
SDAT (Sports Development Authority of India) have done a remarkable job, the construction of the stadium is truly mind blowing. The entire team deserves an appreciation from every ardent tennis fan of Chennai. I would like to mention to the team, it would be great if they could throw some light to the maintenance of the same, by then the look would ever remain new and classy.
Happy playing and watching!!
