As Gao Wen defeated Djokovic and entered the final first, the attention and discussion of the other semi-finals rose to a whole new level.
Reporters are enjoying the troubles of happiness.
Fortunately, reporters don't have to make the decision, because Raonic and Federer will be the decision-makers on how the story goes, and they can just sit back and watch.
finally--
"7:5", "6:4".
The winner is...Federer!
Federer had just won the championship in Depponde two weeks ago, and Federer was obviously in good condition; moreover, his four wins in Indian Wells are still the highest record among all men's players.
At the same time, the last defeat against Raonic in Paris is undoubtedly the best experience and lesson. In addition, Raonic himself is still in a state adjustment period.
The answer is ready to come out.
Federer won both sets with a break advantage.
Raonic sent a total of seven break points before and after. Although he saved five, he still suffered two breaks.
Federer only faced one break point in the whole match and successfully recovered without encountering a break point.
The situation is very clear.
Federer went smoothly without encountering too many challenges. He won strongly in straight sets and reached the Indian Wells final for the sixth time in his career.
Continue the excellent feel.
It is worth mentioning that, like Dubai, Indian Wells has always been a blessed place for Federer, and his performance in desert events is very good.
At this venue, I have reached five finals and won four times. The only time I lost in the final was last year, when I faced Djokovic in the final and lost in three hard sets.
The winning rate in the finals is as high as 80%!
This year, Federer continued his outstanding performance in the spring season, reaching back-to-back finals in Dubai and Indian Wells, and is about to launch an attack on his fifth Indian Wells championship trophy.
This time, Federer is about to face a different opponent:
Gawain.
Moreover, it is full of gold content.
In Dubai, Federer defeated Gawain and Djokovic reached the top.
In Indian Wells, after Federer defeated Raonic, he will face Gao Wen. Obviously, the goddess of victory should be more optimistic about Federer.
After the Australian Open, Federer quickly completed adjustments, continued his strength in the spring season, and showed his style as a golf king. Perhaps the only thing that can prevent Federer from reaching the top of Indian Wells for a record fifth time is——
Seppi's law?
After all, on the way to the finals, Federer successfully avenged Seppi, but it was like a curse that followed Federer everywhere.
Therefore, this should be Gawain's best opportunity.
Similarly, Gawain is about to strive to write another historical record of his own:
After winning his first Masters championship, winning the second one back-to-back is just like a Grand Slam.
Of course, the Masters is held more frequently, with nine stops throughout the year; and the time is close, the state is more consistent. The best-of-three-set format also reduces the requirements for physical strength and energy, and the probability of achievement is far higher than that of the Grand Slam.
Much easier.
Historically, Courier in 1991, Roddick in 2003, Nadal in 2005, Nalbandian in 2007, and Murray in 2008 have all accomplished such a feat.
At the end of last year, Gauvin won the Masters for the first time in Paris, and then came to Indian Wells. Gauvin will strive to become the sixth player to achieve such an achievement.
Whether Federer or Gawain, they all have their own goals and tasks. What is certain is that no one will give up victory easily.
boom!
Boom boom boom!
The air throughout Indian Wells was on fire, and every corner of the town was filled with a cheerful party atmosphere. Everyone turned out to watch the game.
The streets are empty of people.
The center court can "only" accommodate 16,000 people, and it was packed with seats, but it still couldn't satisfy the enthusiasm and eagerness of local residents to watch the final.
reason?
Look at the list of finals, don’t you understand?
On one side is Federer, the undisputed "King of Football". "Global Home" is definitely not just talk. Top popularity spreads to every corner of the world.
On one side is Gao Wen, a Bruin from the University of California, Los Angeles. California can be called the second home stadium, and fans flock to it from all directions.
So, "Global Home VS Second Home", who can have the upper hand?
It is conceivable that the support and cheering of the audience on the final stage should also become another battlefield, adding extra highlights to this game.
The stadium was full.
Outside the stadium, there is no water leaking out.
The bustling crowd spread out in a fan shape and sat on the ground in front of the big screen outside the center court to feel the heat of the scene.
The sea of people, three levels inside and three outside, was spectacular, and the scorching sun in the desert became eclipsed, as if the skin was about to burn.
The crowd is excited!
All eyes are on you!
Even if they cannot sit in the stadium and truly feel the air waves caused by the sound of hitting the ball, fans still hope to feel the passion of the game up close.
In competitive sports, live scores and screen live broadcasts are two different things, and screen live broadcasts and on-site viewing are two different things. Just reading the game results and score numbers cannot feel the ups and downs and magnificence contained in them. The charm lies in the unknown——
And use your own hard work and sweat to fight for a chance of survival, transform the unknown into the known in the palm of your hand, constantly break through yourself and challenge your limits.
Therefore, they need to arrive at the scene, need to feel the sweat, the temperature, the noise, and feel the tension and excitement that makes their heart burst.
really!
The game did not disappoint.
"0:40".
Wonderful, it has been staged from the beginning.
Federer took the lead in serving, but in his first service game, he lost three points in a row and suffered three consecutive break points.
You know, in the last match against Raonic, Federer only faced one break point in the entire match, and there was almost no crisis in the service game.
However, when faced with Gawain, there was a series of...
It's different, it's really different. From intensity to content, from temperament to state, you can feel the difference in Gao Wen in every aspect.
Obviously, after losing to Federer in Dubai two weeks ago, Gao Wen should have carefully summarized and prepared for this game very well.
From the beginning, you can deeply feel Gawain's domineering and high-spirited determination to win.
but!
Federer is Federer, never underestimate the Swiss King, otherwise, even the other Big Three will pay a heavy price.
ACE.
Forehand winner.
The serve is straight.
With three consecutive points, Federer saved all three break points with crisp gestures.
Establishing an advantage through sharp and changeable serves, and deploying the layout, forcing Gao Wen to be in an extremely passive dilemma from the first touch of the ball.
The scoring was not only crisp, but also easy. It seemed that three consecutive break points were recovered in a leisurely manner. This is Federer's ability.
Moreover, Federer continued to maintain his strength, scoring two points in a row again, going from falling behind at "0:40" to successfully holding serve, turning the situation around in the blink of an eye.