"Forehand VS Forehand", a strong duel, not giving an inch, but no one can find a breakthrough.
On the court.
Both Gao Wen and Djokovic are pushing themselves to the extreme. Every shot is accompanied by a cry of strength. The test of energy and physical strength has reached the limit.
However, both players clenched their teeth and concentrated on the game. The confrontation of game and layout was always in a stalemate, and no one was able to forcefully open the situation.
Mutual exchange.
"Backhand VS backhand", changing the line, mobilizing; variation, exerting force, Gao Wen and Djokovic are competing for wits and courage.
Calculation and counterattack.
In fact, it has been going on all the time, every shot is calculated, trying to contain each other and seek opportunities to counterattack, but the long and fierce battle makes everything more difficult.
The game has been going on for a full 100 minutes. The physical strength and energy of the two players are no longer comparable to what they were at the beginning of the game, and their status will inevitably fluctuate.
Moreover, this point has been deadlocked for thirty-six beats. The long tug-of-war has put both people into an anaerobic state, and everything is challenging the limit.
work hard?
Both of them want to exert force, but the problem is that the risks required to exert force are getting higher and higher. At the same time, they both understand the opponent's ability to defend and counterattack. Once they take risks, it means that the subsequent layout needs to keep up, otherwise it will be easier.
Falling into passivity, both of them are looking for better opportunities.
From the forehand stalemate to the backhand, from the straight line to the diagonal line and then to the middle, covering the entire court, the two players' figures galloped for a long time, always changing and always confronting.
It can be seen from this point that the baseline ability of both players has reached a new level. The result of the match on the spot will depend on who can take advantage of this.
Obviously, this "Australian Open final rematch" is crucial to both players——
Gao Wen hopes to continue his strength, not only to defeat Djokovic, but also to face Federer/Raonic again and find opportunities to break through the bottleneck.
Djokovic hopes to avenge his defeat at the Australian Open. Quietly, Gawain is challenging his game in all aspects. He needs this victory to regain his advantage.
Grit your teeth!
Burn fighting spirit!
Then, Gao Wen's return shot was shallow.
One shot.
Strictly speaking, it cannot be regarded as a mistake. In the electric game process, there are inevitably some deviations in control and countermeasures, confrontation and counterattack.
The key is that Djokovic seized the opportunity, very sharply and very timely. He was moving his steps laterally and speeded up! There was an extra cross step. Using this step, he turned his body sideways and leaned back his upper body.
The hand takes the lead in exerting force, hitting the diagonal line and tearing off the angle.
boom!
Djokovic launched another attack. Although the speed and power were not fast, his skateboard-like strokes instantly opened the angle.
Confrontation, back to the forehand.
However, Gawain was not panicked.
Because Djokovic's forehand shot does not have instant explosive power, strictly speaking, among the Big Four, Djokovic's this one is the "weakest".
It can be clearly seen that even if he takes the initiative to attack, Djokovic does not focus on strength and speed. Controlling the placement and line is still the key.
As a result, he was caught by Gawain instead.
When Gawain moved laterally to the right, he took a big step, pulled his body out, and followed the inertia of his body's forward movement to exert all his strength.
Huh!
The power of overwhelming mountains and rivers was released instantly, and he shot a forehand diagonal, further tearing the angle apart, and he had speed, power, and angle all at the same time.
In fact, this shot - whether it is a defensive counterattack or a proactive effort, this shot is exactly Gawain's trump card.
Just look at Wawrinka. Facing Djokovic, you need to dare to take action and exert force. Even if you need to bear the risk of making a mistake, you must not back down.
Because Djokovic's hidden defense is unparalleled in the world. He is indeed the first in today's tennis. If he wants to break the balance, he must take the initiative to attack.
From New York to Paris and then to Melbourne, Gao Wen was able to defeat Djokovic three times. He relied on this energy. He dared to strike on both the forehand and backhand positions. Sometimes, even if the opportunity is not that good, he must
Be resolute and decisive, and continuously create shock waves.
Now, it is the same.
In a passive situation, Gawain instead seized the opportunity and used Djokovic's splitting steps to further open up the angle, while also increasing his strength and speed.
In the blink of an eye, Djokovic's footsteps were pulled out of the singles line by Gao Wen, showing his signature split action, which was a bit embarrassing.
"ah!"
A scolding erupted from the depths of Djokovic's Dantian again. His forehand was whipped like a whip, and he quickly rolled it up, and the iconic roll appeared again.
In an extremely passive state, Djokovic is able to bring the tennis ball back to the court, and complete the shot with his unique touch. One more beat, one more beat, one more stalemate -
It's still a forehand, it's still a slash.
And through his own tape, he creates continuous pressure and forces his opponent into trouble. This is also Djokovic's unique skill.
The only regret is that the angle of the tape was not completely torn apart in this shot. Instead, it came back slightly, giving Gawain time to adjust.
Gao Wen seemed to have anticipated Djokovic's return. This curling shot was his signature return. The two ends of the baseline continued to roll, so Gao Wen made an immediate step forward.
Get to the bottom line.
Take a step forward.
Take advantage of the situation and move forward.
The entire step up and hitting the ball were completed in one go, continuing the bravery and decisiveness of the previous shot, completely forgetful even if the lungs were burning at this time.
The forehand follows the body's forward movement, superimposes the body's strength and forward inertia, and pushes it along with Djokovic's return.
With a slight flick of the wrist, there was no force, but a soft wrap, and then a straight push.
Change the line!
In such an intense, tight and long round, Gao Wen still remained calm. At the critical moment, he did not rush to exert force and completed the processing in the most correct way. This reason and wisdom are enough to make people feel again.
Marvel, this is tennis wisdom, a talent.
Take the previous shot and use your strength.
Take advantage of this shot.
The layout and control of the entire shot were clear and calm, and they continued to press the camp step by step, pushing the pressure towards Djokovic again.
Straight line, deep area.
Most importantly, hit it lightly and backspin.
Gao Wen's return shot was light and floating, and seemed to have no power. Although it was not fast, it did not leave much room for Djokovic to hit the ball.
Djokovic was very passive. He was obviously the first to launch the attack, but in the end, it became an opportunity for his opponent to push the opponent along, breaking the balance.
This situation is really too familiar. When facing Gawain, Djokovic has faced such a passive dilemma more than once.
With the previous shot, Djokovic had already fallen into a passive position, making sudden stops and turns, and his whole body sprinted horizontally like a bolt of lightning across the entire court.
With this ball, Gao Wen continued to increase the difficulty of Djokovic's hitting, so that all the spectators in the center court held their breath.