Pat Sheehan, The Sun: Robert Green had to pull off a couple of brilliant saves but West Ham certainly rocked Tottenham late on.
Tottenham's lead was just about justified but, after the break, they were forced into a rearguard action.
Ledley King was again the outstanding pick of the impressive Spurs backline. While West Ham's football was eye-catching, they could not penetrate Tottenham with any purpose.
Dream Team Star Man: Tom Huddlestone. With the frame of a rugby player he showed finess with his passing.
John Cross, Daily Mirror: Tottenham piled the pressure on.
The only time the Hammers put up any sort of fight was when Jermain Defoe had a nibble at Javier Mascherano which sparked a 22-man brawl just before half-time.
Jol's men attacked them with great relish during a largely one sided first half.
Aaron Lennon's pace, dribbling and running at the West Ham defence gave them all sorts of problems.
His understanding with Defoe was a key part of Tottenham's victory.
It was all Tottenham as West Ham looked every inch a team that did not know where its next goal or point is coming from.
There was a surprising lack of passion in this London derby.
The first half lacked the sort of spark you would expect from a fierce derby.
The visitors produced a better second half showing even if their goal-shy strikers never looked like scoring.
Tottenham put all hands on deck in the closing stages to protect their slender lead.
Rick Broadbent, The Times: Each time Aaron Lennon waltzed past a red-faced Paul Konchesky, the calls for David Beckham's international recall looked increasingly irrelevant.
It was thrilling to watch Lennon in full flow. He was a rocket-fuelled roller-skater compared with Konchesky's wall-bound marathon runner.
It was Tottenham who carried the more potent threat and they had chances to add to their lead.
Martin Smith, Daily Telegraph: A typically frenetic match in which West Ham were over-run in midfield for long periods and Robert Green was the busier of the goalkeepers.
Jeremy Wilson, The Guardian: Tottenham deserved this win and they were noticeably lifted by Aaron Lennon who was electrifyingly quick, direct and full of confidence.
Mido noticeably grew in confidence after the goal.
Man of the match: Aaron Lennon. Best moment: Gliding around the back of the West Ham defence and then crossing to the feet of Jermain Defoe in the 21st minute.
Jason Burt, The Independent: Aaron Lennon was the contest's outstanding performer with his direct, pacy approach.
West Ham's commitment was unquestionable but they lacked a bit of bite.