incredible.
Unbelievable.
Even Gao Wen and Tim didn't know how all of this happened. From the continuous high pressure in the previous point to the weak volley, to the high pressure in this point, where the absolute initiative was taken, but a casual shot was picked up to complete the fatal counterattack, doubles. The ever-changing nature of the game is vividly displayed.
The astonishment and surprise in the eyes bloomed like fireworks, falling lightly on the corners of the mouth, blooming into a smile, and then——
Gawain and Tim smiled and fist-bumped in celebration.
Kubert and Lindsted looked at each other with helpless smiles.
That's the beauty of doubles.
After magically breaking Kubert's serve, Gao Wen and Thiem took a "4:2" lead, taking the most solid step towards victory.
This is also true.
In the next game, Kubert and Lindsted seemed to have lost their energy and had no intention of fighting. The Gawain combination first saved and then broke. In addition to the previous protection and then breaking, they completed the feat of winning four consecutive games. , after the "2:2" draw, rushed to the finish line in one go, and successfully cashed in on the first match point.
"6:4", "6:2".
The whole game is over.
Gao Wen, who wrote a legend at the US Open, teamed up with the equally young Thiem to upset the combination of Kubert and Lindstad, who wrote a miracle at the Australian Open, and they did so in straight sets in the doubles arena where their opponents were good at. The score was crisp and clear, and such an incredible result is really relishable.
Of course, what is more important is the exciting process of the doubles match, which is worthy of discussion.
Just look at the reaction of the audience in Court No. 2. After the game, the excitement and excitement were beyond words, and they enthusiastically discussed the wonderful rounds and unforgettable moments in the game.
In fact, doubles competitions have always received too little attention. People always seem to place all their heroic complexes on the singles arena, and do not give doubles competitions the praise and recognition they deserve.
The famous doubles players who have created countless brilliance and achievements in history have not been able to get more recognition from the general public. The most typical case is Navratilova, the legendary female star, known as the "Female King Kong".
In Navratilova's career, she was ranked number one in the world for eight years. In 1984, she was ranked number one in the world in both singles and doubles. This is a rare singles and doubles all-rounder. , she has won a total of 59 Grand Slam championship trophies, including 18 singles championships, 31 women's doubles championships, and 10 mixed doubles championships.
Of course, when people mention Navratilova, the glorious number of "fifty-nine" Grand Slam championship trophies always attracts people's admiration and admiration, but what really wins her a historical status is still her performance in With her outstanding performance in the singles arena, this female representative with a tough serving and netting style has indeed created an entire era in the singles field.
Until 2000, six years after retiring, the legend announced his return to the professional arena, specializing in doubles, winning three Grand Slam championship trophies again, continuing to write the myth of immortality at the age of forty-six, and completing a A feat, becoming the third player in history to complete a gift box set——
"Boxed-Set" is the miraculous feat of winning the championship in all four Grand Slam events including singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
Throughout the century-old history of tennis, only three players have accomplished such a feat, Margaret Court, Doris Hart and Martina Navratilova.
But Navratilova is the only one from the Open era.
Only then did people truly realize the importance and specialness of the doubles arena.
In 2004, Navratilova won the Wimbledon mixed doubles championship, becoming the oldest Grand Slam champion in history; and just the previous year, in 2003, Bryan-Brother won the French Open. , won their first Grand Slam championship trophy and started their legendary journey.
Times have ushered in changes.
It is no exaggeration to say that Navratilova brought attention to the doubles scene, while the Bryan brothers took the doubles game to a whole new level and even redefined the image of tennis doubles in the minds of ordinary viewers.
There is one thing to say, the excitement of a doubles match is definitely not inferior to that of singles, and it shows another form of excitement at another level.
In the past in the NCAA, Gao Wen had experienced the charm of doubles matches at close range many times, but his focus was more on the singles court.
Today, when I went on stage to complete the doubles match in person, the feeling was completely different. I truly appreciated the unique charm of doubles. Not only was it changing rapidly, but the entire court layout, competition methods, and confrontation situations all took on a new look. It was a great introduction to tennis. Interpretation from different angles.
Smile, fully bloomed.
When Gao Wen won the match point with a volley in front of the net, it was more of pure joy and happiness than excitement, and it filled his whole chest. Different from the release of singles victory, doubles victory was more of a enjoy.
Then, turning around, Gawain looked at Tim. The two raised their fists and fist-bumped each other like "ET" touching their fingers. Then they jumped up in tacit understanding and bumped each other's shoulders. Both laughed heartily.
Obviously, both Gao Wen and Tim couldn't believe it. In just two days of running-in, there were only two training matches for doubles training. They were facing this year's Australian Open champion. Neither of them had expectations; but they didn't expect that, The game process and results bring surprises, everything is unexpected.
"You know how we win?"
"No, I thought you had the answer. Aren't you the one in charge of the brains between us?"
"So you're in charge of the muscles?"
Gawain and Tim's back-and-forth, cheerful banter, a rich and exciting duel is the biggest reward, and victory is an additional reward.
Then, the two men calmed down their celebration mood and stood in front of the net waiting for Kubert and Lindsted. The four shook hands to express greetings.
A little unexpectedly, Kubert smiled and congratulated Gawain on the miracle he created in Flushing, "Brother, your performance inspired many people."
Gawain was very surprised. He thought Kubert was just being polite - but why did he say these things in a polite way?
Then Kubert continued.
"Not everyone has the courage and courage to challenge for a Grand Slam championship. Thank you for inspiring us ordinary players and making us believe that there are more possibilities in competitive sports."
Kubot's eyes shone with sincerity, and the confusion behind his words made Gawain feel more emotions. Gawain didn't think clearly for a while, and just responded with a big smile.
"You still have to have dreams, what if they come true?"
One sentence made Kubert laugh happily - failure is undoubtedly bitter; but sometimes, failure is not necessarily the end of the world.
