"Gao Wen, first of all, congratulations on advancing to the quarterfinals at Roland Garros. I would like to ask how you evaluate your performance in this game. Under the dual problems of weather and away games, you defeated the local championship in three hours. Tsonga, it's obviously not an easy match."
"Where do you think the turning point of the game occurred? How did you evaluate Tsonga's performance? Did you feel the pressure of the away game?"
At the post-match press conference, the whole audience was filled with excitement——
Bustling.
One after another.
Although this is not the first time, after the US Open and Australian Open, this is already Gao Wen’s third Grand Slam quarter-finals. It seems that there is no need to make a fuss; but in fact, as Gao Wen continues to win, Grand Slam The unbeatable record continues, and the attention from the media will only continue to rise and ferment.
Now, it is no longer the Chinese media, or even the Asian media. The media from all over the world have focused on Gao Wen.
Looking around, the press conference hall, which is not spacious, is full of seats. There are even reporters in the back row who choose to stand, filling up all the blank spaces.
The reporters were a little anxious. Gawain had just sat down and was already asking questions, so that Gawain didn't even have time to drink water.
At this time, Gao Wen had just opened the lid of his thermos cup and was drinking water. The reporter had already begun to ask questions without hesitation. As a result, the questions were already over and Gao Wen was still drinking water. Then, all the scorching eyes of the crowd were fixed on him. Holding Gawain and drinking water——
Tremendous stress.
Gawain also noticed the sight. He stretched out his left index finger and signaled: Wait for me a moment.
Gudu, Gudu.
Not only did Gawain not stop, but he also poured the entire bottle of water in one go, so crisply and boldly that even the reporters on the scene became thirsty.
Snapped!
Finally, Gawain drank a whole bottle of water, put down the thermos cup, and then, he could see——
Gawain quietly arranged the placement of the thermos cup, moved, moved, moved, and placed the thermos cup on the table next to the mineral water bottles.
His face was full of seriousness.
But what is this operation?
reporter:? ? ?
After a delay of half a beat, a reporter at the scene reacted:
The official mineral water sponsor of the French Open is Perrier, and Gao Wen is the spokesperson of Evian mineral water.
No wonder, Gawain did not drink the Perrier placed on the table, but arrived at the scene with his own thermos cup.
At the post-match press conference of the Paris Masters last year, Gao Wen made a little joke about Evian mineral water, which triggered a lot of discussion.
Later, it was rumored that Evian's public relations and publicity departments were very satisfied with Gao Wen's wit and fun.
Now coming to Roland Garros, Gawain showed his wit in another form, which was enough to relax the atmosphere without the need for words.
Evian mineral water, even if it is not present at all, easily becomes the focus.
really!
Gawain is indeed Gawain, and the press conference room was filled with low laughter——
Originally, the reporter asked about the home court, Tsonga and other issues, and named the key words "local hope of winning", hoping to stir up some sparks.
In the blink of an eye, Gawain had already eliminated the tense atmosphere.
The air relaxed slightly.
Then, Gawain answered the question with a smile.
“I think I’m learning and making progress.”
"For me, Paris doesn't feel like home, but it doesn't feel like away either. Yes, last year, I played some games here and won some victories..."
Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by the roar of laughter from the reporters at the scene——
Obviously, Gawain completed his complaints in such a way.
The reporters tried to "sow discord", copying Melbourne's routine, stimulating all the power of Paris' away game, and driving a wedge between Gao Wen and the audience.
But Gao Wen had a better move.
There was no excuse at all, and he lightly joked about his victory in the Masters in Paris last year, silently conveying an attitude:
Maybe, Paris is not Gao Wen's home court, but they are definitely not enemies, and the impact of the away game is not so sharp and prominent.
high!
It’s really high!
While chatting and laughing, all the traps laid by reporters have been dismantled.
The scene was full of joy.
But Gawain still had a serious face, as if he didn't know what he just said, and continued to speak with an innocent and serious expression.
"...I don't feel unfamiliar here. But I must also admit that Roland Garros is still different. First of all, the type of venue is different."
The serious science popularization mask on the face, combined with the complaints and jokes in the words, were in sharp contrast, making the reporters relax and continue to raise the corners of their mouths.
"This is my first time here to compete, everything is new and I need to take my time step by step."
"Judging from my performance in the games so far, I'm on the right track, but I still need to keep working hard."
Subtext: The away game isn't the problem; clay is.
From the beginning to the end, Gao Wen did not directly respond to reporters' questions about the "away team" or "audience", but he resolved all attacks with an understatement.
Even though reporters have long been accustomed to Gao Wen's lively chatting and laughing at press conferences, they can't help but sigh every time:
sharp!
Someone once seriously discussed Federer’s impact on professional tennis——
Putting aside the glory of the number of championships and historical data, the most important thing is Federer's personal charm, from conversation to demeanor to deportment, including the charm shown in press conferences and various charity activities. , this is the only one in the long history.
It is precisely thanks to this that tennis can break down barriers and be promoted on a global scale.
Later, the golden showdown of "Federer VS Nadal" pushed the charm of competitive sports to the extreme. In addition, Nadal's personal charm and Federer complemented each other. Unlike Federer's elegance and fun, Nadal's sincerity, stability, and Passion and focus provide another interpretation of tennis.
In just ten years, tennis's global influence has more than doubled or tripled, and in terms of commercial scale, it may have expanded more than ten times.
Everything is indeed due to the influence of Federer and Nadal.
Therefore, in the eyes of professionals and the entire industry system, when people discuss "GOAT", Federer and Nadal are always slightly ahead, not because of those data and records, but because these two players have become the most important players in tennis. The best footnote for this sport.
There is no doubt that the charm shown by Federer in the interview is indeed unique.
Until Gawain appeared.
Since the US Open, reporters have thrown out an opinion and a possibility, and then experienced arguments, pulls and questions, and also gone through wait-and-see, inspection and waiting. Finally, after experiencing the turmoil and earth-shaking of the past two months, they have arrived at Roland Garros. At that moment, everything seemed to become clear.
Reporters have to admit that Federer has a successor.
Who knows?
Perhaps, Gao Wen already has the ability to become the next giant. This is true for his performance on the field and his performance off the field.
(End of chapter)
