Joanna Daniel Poet Rhyme

Clash of Champions

Two rivals meet after long time,
The battleground set for a thrash,
Defying age, not in their prime,
They're geared up for a summit clash;

It's a tense atmosphere down there,
Stadium filled with fired up fans,
There's great excitement in the air,
Best friends have changed to battling clans;

Combat's shifting from side to side,
Both, champions in their own right,
Every shot keeps turning the tide,
Let's see who wins this final fight;

Now, fighting for that crowning point,
Which will conclude play in action,
Game. Set. Match. What an effort joint!
Roger in tears. Eighteenth slam won.


02/15/17

(Note: This poem is about the title clash between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open, 2017)

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Anisha Dutta October 21, 2020 at 8:14 AM LOVELY. Congrats Daniel to win on this nice poem.

Linda Alice Fowler October 21, 2020 at 6:14 AM Nicely done Jo. Congratulations on the win! Linda

William Kelii Kekaula October 20, 2020 at 3:09 PM 'Twas an impressive game as I remember and that you have excellently portrayed, Jo, with Federer taking the title o'er Nadal, my compliments on your honorable placement, Aloha! William

Funom Makama March 6, 2017 at 10:49 AM This is wonderful. you have once again produced another masterpiece which is a true testament of your reputation in this wonderful community. Thanks a lot for the share.

Eve Roper February 18, 2017 at 9:50 PM Very nice , Jo, the action can be felt in your write a 7 Hugs Eve

Robert Lindley February 18, 2017 at 12:28 PM BACK AGAIN TO REREAD THIS GEM. I appreciate the great poetic talent that you have and expressed so magnificently in your creativity in this poetry form.. You are a good friend, great poetess,and sweet caring person. This world needs far more caring people such as you, a fact..

Phillip Garcia February 18, 2017 at 4:39 AM I felt like it was 2003 again watching the Aussie this year. Great poem on an epic clash. Roger ranks just behind Gustavo Kuerten on my all time favorites list. Fun form, too. I think I'm going to try my hand at it as well, seems like a fun challenge

Carolyn Devonshire February 17, 2017 at 3:28 PM You make the readers feel like we are right there with you as you witness this competition. Your enthusiasm for the sport is contagious. Excellent work, Jo!

Kim Merryman February 17, 2017 at 2:37 PM I actually watched the end of that match. Nadal and Federer are both excellent players. You did a great job of writing about it, Jo! The form you used looks kind of tricky. Blessings, Kim

Andrea Dietrich February 16, 2017 at 7:42 PM Hey you did a great job with this form. I don't know anything about the people in this sport. But I bet it was an amazing playoff!

Winged Warrior February 16, 2017 at 1:40 PM You did a wonderful job with this form Jo...tennis anyone!...god bless...^WW^

Daniel Turner February 16, 2017 at 9:53 AM Loved your poem with it's unique style, Jo. There will never be another Federer.

Joseph May February 16, 2017 at 9:26 AM Always exciting when two great players clash..You described it well Jo..best wishes

Richard Lamoureux February 16, 2017 at 8:48 AM Amazing match! My wife and I were so thrilled that Roger pulled it off. This was the Dream match up no one expected at this stage of their career. Enjoyed your poem.

Chris Green February 16, 2017 at 7:06 AM Loved this one Jo. You have captured the essence of an intense athletic rivalry and capped it off with the winner...this poem. :)

Robert Lindley February 16, 2017 at 6:00 AM I love this creation. Tennis I have always loved , but I am no great tennis player. You created a gem in Lin Crazy Eights poetry form my friend. A7 and a fav... Good luck in the contest....