Sampras has always been the core figure of the entire coaching team. Although he is not the team leader, all meetings basically revolve around him.
This time going to Auckland, Peart had to shoulder the heavy responsibility alone, and the entire pressure suddenly increased.
Before bidding farewell to each other in Dubai, Sampras didn't seem worried. He just told Peart to just believe in Gawain. He believed that Gawain could handle any situation.
"Actually, I usually act based on Gawain's eyes."
However, Peart could also see that Sampras was cautious and worried——
So, how could ATP like Davis Cup?
This is the same as football. Clubs often don't like national team games. Those games not only take up time and disrupt the schedule, but also involve the risk of accidental injuries.
Now, Peart could feel Sampras' vacancy. As the plane slowly descended, the city scene of Auckland came into view. The vacancy continued to increase and grow.
If Sampras were here, he would probably be joking with Gawain, and the atmosphere would be relaxed, but now it's just him, and his humorous cells probably never existed.
what to do?
Hamilton, who was sitting quietly on the sidelines, seemed to be aware of the stasis in the atmosphere and glanced at Gao Wen, "Tell me, in this game in Auckland, did the audience boo more or cheer more?"
What's the meaning?
Sensing Gawain's confused look, Hamilton explained, "I mean, aren't New Zealand and Australia good friends going together?"
Referring to Gao Wen's experience in Melbourne Park, this game in Auckland should not be easy either.
Pelt had questions all over his head: Is this humor?
Gao Wen chuckled because of Hamilton's nonsense, "Gary, believe me, if the boos are everywhere, I think it won't be because of Australia, but because we are preparing to beat them away from home to advance to the next round."
Hamilton raised his chin slightly, said "Oh" in sudden realization, and then... nothing more.
Is this nonsense a joke?
Hamilton seemed to be able to detect the gazes of Gawain and Peart. He remained motionless and lowered his head slightly. However, he could not maintain his poker face for too long. He quietly raised his chin and asked nervously, "Is that a joke just now?" Is it funny?"
"Pfft." Gawain laughed directly. Hamilton's joke was not funny, but Hamilton's reaction was very funny, "I can understand it."
Peart's head was full of black lines, "Gary, are you sure that was a joke?"
Hamilton laughed awkwardly, "Ha. Ha."
Then... there is no more.
The embarrassment was so high that he could create a Disney castle on the ground with his toes. The scene was stiff for a while, but Gawain found such an embarrassing scene particularly funny.
"Gary, haha, don't pay attention to Martin. He is too stressed right now, so he is not suitable for joking. Haha, your joke is really good."
The smile was full, and then you could see that Hamilton smiled contentedly.
Gawain turned to look at Peart again.
"Martin, relax."
"I know your worries and Peter's worries."
Pelt was shocked, but after thinking about it seriously, he was not surprised at all. Gawain was so smart that it would be difficult for them to hide it.
"However, you have all forgotten that I am a very stubborn and vindictive person. If someone wants to see me make a fool of myself, then I will be even more motivated and full of ideas to embarrass my opponent."
"So, even if those media outlets gloat and add insult to injury, I will tell them all to shut up."
"hey-hey."
After speaking, the corners of Gawain's mouth raised, showing a perfect smile, showing eight teeth, and his eyes shone brightly.
However, the smile was chilling.
Peart was stunned for a moment and didn't react for a moment.
Hamilton stretched out his upper body again and said calmly, "Sure enough, Gawain and I are both Aries."
One second. Two seconds.
Peart originally didn't want to say it, but looking at Hamilton's confident expression, he still couldn't hold back, "Gawain is a Scorpio."
Hamilton:…
There was a long silence, and the sound of the engine surging in the cabin could be clearly heard. Then, Hamilton, who was like a wooden man, finally said, "Oh."
When it was over, Hamilton retreated silently and sat down dignifiedly.
puff.
Just a little bit, really just a little bit close, Gawain was about to burst into laughter, and it took all his strength to control himself.
Peart is also half-measured.
But thanks to Hamilton, the atmosphere became more relaxed. How come they didn't notice that Hamilton was so out of line in just a few months of getting along?
Or is it that it was all disguise before, but now the vest can no longer be worn?
Peart looked at Gawain with his eyebrows stretched, and finally felt a little more relaxed.
The plane landed slowly at Oakland International Airport, and the journey was smooth.
Less than a month later, they returned to the Southern Hemisphere, diving into the deep and clear blue of the Pacific Ocean, catching the afterglow of summer on the other side of the earth that had not yet had time to dissipate, and taking a deep breath of fresh air, just like that. Surround yourself with the splendor that fills the sky and the earth, relax and wander.
The airport is crowded with people.
In front of me, the entire arrival hall was packed with hustle and bustle of figures. In one second, I was back to the Imperial and Magic Capitals of last year. The dense crowds caused the carbon dioxide ratio to skyrocket, so that the air also became hot, and I couldn't find anything. A little gap.
But the key point is that last September, when Gao Wen returned with great honor, the media in his motherland gave him the highest treatment, which is completely understandable, but in front of him was New Zealand——
Excuse me, what are these media doing?
We can get a glimpse of it from the media’s questions.
"Gawain, how do you feel about your first expedition for your country?"
"You were asked to play against New Zealand. Do you think you were overqualified?"
"Have you ever hesitated between Indian Wells and Oakland?"
"Gawain, are you confident about tomorrow's game?"
"Do you think you can lead China into the world group?"
“Is the Davis Cup too small to experience a Grand Slam-level showdown?”
"It's not a world group competition. Do you lack motivation?"
"What score do you think China can win in tomorrow's game?"
"What are your expectations for the Davis Cup? What goals have you set?"
"You just lost to Federer, will this affect your mood and state?"
"Did you choose the Davis Cup because you just lost an important match and need to rebuild your confidence?"
"Do you know any players in the New Zealand team?"
"Do you have any contact with your national team teammates?"
Bustling.
There was a lot of disturbance.
vigorous.
Noisy questions, dazzling lights, turbulent heat waves and sharp attacks came towards Gawain with all their teeth and claws. As expected, the entire airport exit was blocked.
Everything was just as Pelt expected. The media would not let go of Gawain. Not only would they not let him go, but they would also happily start to suppress him, further piling up the pressure to a peak, and then——
Waiting for the avalanche to come.
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