Raise it high!
Put it down gently!
The agile arc is astonishing.
"Hah!"
The whole audience exclaimed and gasped.
because!
This is a small ball!
Djokovic also chose a surprise attack with a small ball, copying and pasting Gao Wen's performance on the first break point, and returning the favor in his own way.
Djokovic cut a backslash with his backhand and flew towards Gawain's right front court. The thrilling arc made the hearts of the audience soar high.
Kick!
Gao Wen accurately predicted the backslash shot and was preparing to move towards his forehand position; but he did not anticipate the choice of the ball, and his steps paused slightly.
However, the difference between the situation of Gao Wen and Djokovic is that even if he did not predict it, Gao Wen was not surprised and was mentally prepared in advance, because he knew that this would be the case when facing the Big Four, and his tactical routines were always the same. They are all changing, and once you change, they may also change immediately.
Moreover, it should be noted that tonight Djokovic played much more times online than Gao Wen. Under Becker's training, Djokovic's net skills and awareness are slowly changing. And it was slowly polished through actual competition, and eventually evolved into a weapon at critical moments.
Therefore, Gawain's reaction was very swift.
With a kick of his left calf, the whole person rushed out directly. Following the inertia of moving on the right side, he changed the route slightly and rushed forward along the diagonal line.
Squeak!
Gawain went online.
Miso miso miso!
Djokovic also went online.
Both players reacted very promptly and quickly, and immediately followed up with their footsteps. Then you can see the two figures hitting the net at the same time.
The difference is that Gao Wen is trying to save the ball, while Djokovic is trying to block the follow-up.
Gao Wen noticed Djokovic's figure immediately.
If this group of young players born after 1990 have superb baseline strength but weak awareness in front of the net, their follow-up connections are often unable to keep up.
But not the Big Four.
After choosing to release small balls, their subsequent tactics were also formed in their minds. They all knew whether to choose to stick to the bottom line or choose to go online to block.
Obviously, Djokovic watched the match between Gauvin and Murray, and was deeply impressed by his delicate handling of the net. Therefore, Djokovic did not hesitate to go directly to the net and get closer. The net was further blocked, and the two players immediately entered hand-to-hand mode——
It can be seen from this detail that Becker's influence on Djokovic and Sampras' influence on Gauvin have a direct impact on their tactical systems.
In Doha at the beginning of the year, the two players both participated in doubles matches to polish their net skills.
The last time they met in doubles, Gao Wen and Nadal won completely, so what about this time in the singles arena?
Gawain's peripheral vision was judging Djokovic's position.
Although Djokovic is not a giant and lacks advantages in physical blockade, his stretchability and softness are particularly good, coupled with excellent prediction, so his coverage in front of the net is also very important.
Because Djokovic calculated beforehand, he was more calm in his steps on the net, so he even entered the state earlier than Gao Wen, gently tiptoeing in small steps to prepare for the next shot to block the shot, and his tight but flexible muscles were It can be seen that the strong confidence radiates from the inside out——
This is also a kind of psychological pressure.
what to do?
How should Gawain choose?
Tap tap tap.
Gao Wen's main focus is still on the tennis ball. This time, Djokovic's control of the small ball is a bit lacking. The line and landing point are good, but the unloading force is not completely discharged, so the rebound of the tennis ball after landing is particularly high. , obviously Gao Wen’s rotation and Djokovic’s rotation were superimposed.
This also means that Gawain has enough height to complete the shot.
Forehand!
Sweep!
At the moment of taking action, Gawain's wrist adjusted slightly. It was not a soft package, but a straight impact——
Like baseball.
In fact, this is a fake move. On the surface, it seems that Gao Wen is preparing to replay the ball, but in fact, Gao Wen is hitting a deep zone return ball.
So, what's the difference?
The difference lies in Djokovic's response.
Originally, Djokovic's wrist had softened and he was ready to handle the delicate ball in front of the net and return a more difficult ball.
As a result, Gao Wen's return hit the ball directly, so that Djokovic had no time to adjust and reflexively reached out to block the shot on his right side.
boom!
Djokovic still blocked Gawain's shot accurately, but his control of the return was completely out of the question, and the tennis ball actually rose.
The next second.
Gawain immediately jumped out horizontally, crossing the ball like a carp leaping over the dragon's door. At this time, there was no room for a two-handed backhand, and the one-handed backhand was at the high point of the tennis ball's flight.
A light touch.
The softness and delicacy of the wrist are undoubtedly revealed.
Then, the tennis ball flew back——
slash.
Djokovic kicked the ground hard and threw his body out on the second start, trying to complete the interception.
But, it's a little bit worse.
Just a little bit.
The tennis ball broke through Djokovic's blockade, fell inbound, and bounced out.
"40:40".
"ah!"
Gawain, finally released, looked up to the sky and roared.
"Ahhh!"
After suppressing it for too long, Gawain finally couldn't control it anymore and roared heartily.
boom!
The Chinese fans and neutral fans in the audience finally couldn't control themselves anymore, and collectively raised their arms and shouted, screaming and roaring directly in their ears.
"nice shot!"
Zhang Sheng felt that his heart was about to stop beating.
"Good shot, good shot! The two players battled wits and showed courage and courage in this point."
"Djokovic tried to copy Gawain's small ball tactics and break the balance, but we can see Gawain's handling."
"He anticipated Djokovic's interception at the net, so he changed his hitting method at the moment before taking action, from a small ball in the shallow area to a long ball in the deep area. This also destroyed Djokovic's attack. The interception ultimately created an opportunity for his next interception and saved the third break point.”
"incredible!"
"We must know that Gawain is only nineteen years old. This wisdom and calmness, this experience and wisdom are really impressive."
"Even facing Djokovic, Gao Wen still showed an incredible top level."
"At this point, Djokovic lost a little control of his emotions and yelled at the players' box."
Djokovic is indeed dissatisfied, very, very dissatisfied——
To myself.
After experiencing a painful reversal in the Paris Masters, which directly led to two consecutive defeats against Gao Wen, this is a painful memory for Djokovic.
Therefore, last year in London and this year in Melbourne, Djokovic's attention was raised to the highest level to ensure that he would not lose carelessness in Jingzhou.
but!
At the critical moment, Gao Wen saved three break points in a row with a solid, brave, bold and delicate performance. This was not wonderful for Djokovic.
This is true in any competitive sport. In top-level duels, missed opportunities will be punished.
"ah!"
Djokovic also roared out. Even if he has two sets in hand, he must not take it lightly.
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