The new generation headed by Gao Wen were all blocked from the top eight, which was undoubtedly disappointing, but the top four lineup still contained surprises.
Ferrer and Monfils, just like Wawrinka last year, have been in professional tennis for many years and have abilities and talents. Everyone in the industry and enthusiastic fans are looking forward to their success in the Masters. Ushering in breakthroughs and achieving great results on a consistent stage.
In fact, looking at it from another perspective, it is still a "Big Four VS Challenger" situation, but the challenger has changed.
Last year, Wawrinka and Gauvin broke out one after another, which no one expected. So this time, Monfils or Ferrer completed the breakthrough, pierced the window paper and ushered in a new situation, opening up for the challenge It is not a bad idea for the Alliance to continue to increase its firepower.
It is worth mentioning that Monfils defeated Federer and Ferrer defeated Gauvin. In other words, they all got to this point after withstanding severe tests. People definitely have reason to be more optimistic about their next performance. Looking forward to it.
What's more, the two giants Djokovic and Nadal are about to fight in the other half. The winner of the second half, no matter who they are, can wait for their opponents in the finals. This is definitely their chance to reach the top of the Masters. Best chance.
Who knows?
Perhaps this year’s Challenger League can continue to bring surprises?
In the bustling place, all eyes are focused on Monte Carlo. Whether it is the potential of the semi-finals or the historical moment when Gawain is about to rank second in the world, this small city bathed in emerald color is surging with waves of excitement. A wave of heat, reaching a whole new level.
The box office received a blowout.
According to French media reports, all tickets for the semi-final between Djokovic and Nadal were sold out; the other semi-final between Monfils and Ferrer, although the appeal was slightly less popular, Monfils He is still a very popular player in France and Monaco, and the attendance rate has exceeded 70%.
After a long absence, Monte Carlo is feeling the tennis craze again.
For Gao Wen, besides the semi-finals and the second place in the world, there are other things that deserve more attention——
Raonic.
After all the singles matches were over, Gao Wen and Dimitrov went hand in hand to visit Raonic.
Although Raonic tried hard to smile and act calm, he could still feel the disappointment emanating from his brows.
Like Dimitrov, Raonic completed his transformation in the grass-court season last year and became one of the top ten in the world. This also means that he will face severe pressure to maintain points this year, especially the points from the semi-finals of Wimbledon.
Moreover, compared to Dimitrov, Raonic is particularly suitable for grass courts, which also means that the importance of the grass season is even more prominent.
Therefore, Raonic really does not want to miss the grass season, which is his shining moment.
However, the clay court season had just begun and the thigh injury worsened.
worry.
Injuries are always the hardest and worst part for a professional player because no one can predict the lasting effects after the injury.
How many people are forced to retire directly because they cannot overcome injuries; how many people return to the game after overcoming injuries but never return to their peak.
Injury represents not only a roadblock, but also a turning point, an unknown, and a variable that completely overturns one's world.
Gawain is very, very clear about this.
Looking at Raonic who was trying hard to keep a smile, Gao Wen breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, but he didn't show it on the surface, instead he made a little joke.
"It seems that we showed up at the wrong time."
Raonic didn’t know why.
"Obviously you are the one who is injured, you are obviously the one who needs to withstand the test, but in the end, you have to cheer up and comfort us. In order not to make us worry, you should try your best to pretend to be calm. Bar?"
"But, Milos, your acting skills are really mediocre. I'm glad that you didn't choose to be an actor."
One second, two seconds——
Raonic couldn't hold it back and burst out laughing, and his dull and depressed mood suddenly became clear.
Gawain raised his eyebrows slightly and said seriously.
"How about this, Milos, you are responsible for the anger, sadness, and vulnerability, and then Grigor and I are responsible for comforting you, and let the two of us play a little role."
Hahaha!
This time, even Dimitrov's expression relaxed. Looking at Raonic who was laughing, laughter burst out from deep in his throat.
Raonic looked at Gao Wen and opened his mouth, "I'm fine." He subconsciously wanted to say this.
Because everyone is worried about him, his parents, his friends, his coaching staff, everyone, so he has to be the anchor to calm everyone down.
"I'm fine", "I'm fine", over and over again, Raonic himself has repeated it so many times that he believes it.
Just like Gawain said.
But deep down deep down, he is not good, he is not good at all.
Even before Monte Carlo, injuries had been a problem for a long time. Pain became a part of life and slowly began to affect daily life. Things did not happen overnight, nor were they caused by one hit or one kick, but It persists and eventually detonates landmines.
After swallowing the words, Raonic's shoulders drooped, his expression showed a little sadness and confusion, and his irritability also leaked out.
But--
"Thank you." Raonic said, and finally chose this sentence.
As a result, Gawain rolled his eyes, spread his hands, and sighed, "Canadian."
Canadians who always say "thank you" and "sorry" have become a characteristic of their entire nation, which makes people complain.
Raonic couldn't hold it back and laughed again. His depressed mood relaxed a little. "I'm sorry..." He closed his mouth tightly as soon as he said the words. He looked at Gawain with round eyes and then looked at him again. Dimitrov, then Dimitrov couldn't hold it back and burst into laughter.
The corners of Raonic's mouth also rose, "Well, I'm Canadian, you must allow me to say thank you and sorry, otherwise I don't know how to speak."
Is this just lying down and being laughed at?
Hearing Raonic's self-deprecation, Gao Wen knew that his friend had recovered a little, and then he asked directly, "Milos, what's going on with the injury?"
A smile emerged from the depths of Raonic's eyes, "You are the first person to ask a direct question. No one else dared to ask for fear of hurting my wound."
But what they don't know is that the more they avoid it and the more careful they are, the more hurt they feel, whether it's pity or sympathy, it's like the end of the world.
Seeing Gawain asking so calmly and calmly, things seemed to become simpler, and the solemn atmosphere quietly eased.
Raonic let out a long breath, "The current examination shows that it is a muscle tear, and it is more serious..."
(End of chapter)
