In the previous shot, I barely saved a beat of the ball in the backhand position; in the next shot, my steps immediately returned to the forehand position to defend. The sprint with sudden stops and turns was still in top condition. The flexible movement was in place in the blink of an eye, completely invisible.
Come out, this is already the twenty-second shot——
Match point.
This point was Federer's second serve and also his second match point.
After relying on his serve to establish an advantage, Federer's follow-up attacks were continuous and airtight attacks were woven into a net in an attempt to complete a fatal blow.
but!
Can't attack for a long time!
Gao Wen showed top defensive ability and tenacious will to compete at the bottom line. Even at the match point, he still maintained his condition at a stable level.
And, waiting for an opportunity to counterattack!
It was this shot just now.
Gao Wen showed a brilliant hitting touch, but the defensive shot controlled the return ball deep in the baseline area, so that Federer's one-handed backhand bounce shot at his feet was unable to control the arc, and the return ball was
The parabola was slightly higher, and then Gawain seized the opportunity.
Forehand, sweep.
Sweep with one shot, hit the ball diagonally, use all your strength, and aim at the blind spot.
However, in order to seize the rhythm of the attack, Gao Wen's hitting was a little more eager, and his forehand hit could not completely break the angle.
There is still one step away from the blind spot of the bottom line triangle.
The moment the shot was released, Gawain had already realized that his control was slightly insufficient, which might be an opportunity for Federer to counterattack.
So, should he follow up to the net to block and intercept?
An idea flashed through my mind.
In the blink of an eye, Gawain still chose the method he was best at. He paused and moved to his left, preparing to defend his backhand position.
One kick. One rush.
The pace has just started, and from the corner of the eye, Federer can be seen already in place.
His steps were a little confused and his center of gravity was a little wobbly, but Federer's forehand hit was very crisp and decisive——
It can be seen from the swing action that it is not a small ball, which also means that Gawain's judgment and choice are correct, and there is no need to rush to the net.
But……
line?
However, Federer's forehand flick was not a thunderous and explosive hit, but a rebounding roller skateboard hit.
The tennis ball, wrapped in side spin, flew out.
slash!
Not a straight line!
It was actually a diagonal line. Federer chose a repeated landing point and returned the ball, sending the tennis ball back again.
Oops!
He stopped and turned suddenly, and his body started up again, but his steps were trapped by the two collision forces, making him unable to move forward for a moment, and then you could see Gawain flying out.
Kick the ground!
Finally, he stepped forward, stretched out his forehand as far as possible, and tried to touch the ball. Then he realized that his judgment was still wrong.
Oblique lines, shallow areas.
Outside corner, tap lightly.
Facing the second match point, after a stalemate of 25 shots, Federer hit the ball with a forehand slide that was lightly rolled, which had an effect similar to that of a serve. The ball landed on the outside edge of the service area, pressing the line.
After that, it rebounded and flew out, wrapping the tennis ball in a strong side spin and flying towards the spectator stands.
Abrupt! Suddenly! Raid!
Accurate! Clever! Magical!
Gawain is helpless.
Then, everything came to an abrupt end.
Federer is still the same Federer. When faced with match points, he still makes subtle changes in rhythm throughout, which seems to be an understatement but is actually thunderous.
With one stroke of the ball, all Gawain's efforts were in vain.
The whole game is over.
"7:6(6)", "7:6(5)".
In the career encounter between Federer and Gauvin, the two sides presented a peak showdown at the level of a Grand Slam final. The Swiss King seized the key points in a better, more determined and inspired way and defeated Gauvin in a double tie-break.
This victory not only marked Federer's first meeting between the two players in their careers, but Federer also ended Gauvin's fifteen-game winning streak this season.
Worth recording!
The whole place was boiling——
Federer stopped Gauvin's unstoppable upward curve, prevented Gauvin from successfully collecting the "defeat the Big Four badge" in one go, and prevented Gauvin from completing the feat of consecutively defeating the Big Four in just one month from Melbourne to Dubai, and once again defended
The power of the Big Four to dominate the tennis world.
The strength and tenacity of the "Big Four" lies in the fact that the overall strength of their four players is higher than that of the other players. Even if some of them have fluctuating conditions, the other members can hold the line with unparalleled performance and defend the majesty of the Big Four.
At the Australian Open, Gao Wen won the championship with a strong performance of defeating three giants in a row, kicking off the epic "Big Four VS Challengers" in the new season. Seeing that the Big Four dynasty is about to encounter the biggest crisis in ten years;
But Federer still stood firm and regained control of the situation.
really!
The Big Four are indeed the Big Four!
However, Gao Wen does not need to feel regretful or frustrated, because the season is still very long, because his career has just started, and because there are no losers in this game.
Watching the last ball fly into the stands, Gawain stood there and let out a breath——
Failure never feels good.
The first time, the second time, the tenth time, and the fiftieth time are all the same. If one day you start to become accustomed to failure, it means the disappearance of the desire for victory, the disappearance of high morale and the disappearance of the fighting spirit.
Maybe you should turn around and leave then.
Today, failure is still bitter.
But the bitterness was very, very short-lived. Immediately afterwards, the smile rose, and then Gawain raised his head again and took steps toward the net.
In this game, Gao Wen had no regrets, he had indeed played his best; it was just Federer who was even better, it was that simple.
A game allowed Gao Wen to see his own shortcomings and room for improvement, as well as the strength and diversity of the Big Four, as well as the goal of continuing to work hard.
Therefore, this defeat is different from any previous season.
Although it is bitter, the warm current that fills the chest is more of eager anticipation and eagerness to try, as well as hearty catharsis and release——
The strong collision between top players always makes people look forward to the next time, and the next time.
From a distance, Gawain could see Federer waiting for him with a smile on his face.
The two held their right hands, and Federer patted Gawain on the back and said with a smile, "Goddess of luck is on my side today."
Gao Wen also laughed and said, "Fortunately, the fans are not unanimously on your side."
Federer was stunned for a moment, then realized that Gawain was making fun of Melbourne, and couldn't help but burst into laughter.
The smile in Gao Wen's eyes also overflowed, "It was a very exciting game, and it really met my expectations, but it would be better if the result of the game could be slightly different."
Straightforward and frank, but not sharp-edged, but with a bit of ridicule.
Federer's eyes were full of smiles, "Don't look at what you said, but when the press conference was over and I returned to the hotel, I saw you practicing more at the training ground, sharpening your sword and waiting for the next meeting, right?"
Faced with the ridicule, Gawain naturally asked, "This is the correct way to open the game after the game, isn't it?"