As the name suggests, when standing in front of the net, there is no opportunity or no chance, but relying on "grabbing", grabbing the time difference and grabbing the space difference, creates opportunities.
The emphasis is on prediction, suddenness and force.
Generally speaking, four players in a doubles match stand diagonally, two on the baseline and two in front of the net, constraining each other.
Therefore, the two players serving and receiving the serve often need to worry about their teammates in front of the net, and the return route will be restricted——
If there is a lack of tacit understanding, your teammates will intercept the return line, so that the return space is compressed, which may eventually lead to a disadvantage.
It is precisely because of this that in the first three rounds of serving and receiving, diagonal lines are often the most common hitting line, unless the serving side plans tactics in advance, such as Mike serving, Bob grabbing the net, and then Mike sneaking a straight line, Rely on different tactical combinations to break the balance.
This is also the most significant difference between doubles games and singles games:
Of course, the game exists objectively, but the game and layout of the doubles game exist more in the first three or five shots. As long as the layout is proper, you can often score directly.
Once the round exceeds seven or eight beats, considering there are four players on the court, the complexity of the game will exceed the scope of calculation. The most important thing is that the tennis game changes rapidly, and even if the brain is smart enough to complete the calculation, it may not be able to The layout unfolds in the fleeting shot——
Therefore, the game at this time is more of a test of tacit cooperation and on-the-spot reaction.
In fact, this is true for both the serving and receiving sides. Whether it is a layout or a break, they need to seize the opportunity of the first three and five shots, otherwise, the ball will slowly escape control in subsequent rounds.
At this time, that's it.
The quality of Dimitrov's return was very good. The shot that landed in the deep area accidentally suppressed Mike and successfully squeezed Mike, so that Mike's return line could not be torn apart:
First, the diagonal line is quite satisfactory.
Secondly, the arc is a little higher because Mike's swing was not completed, so the parabola was not suppressed and started to move.
Chance!
Gawain made a prompt decision and moved laterally to his right.
Without any hesitation.
Because this kind of opportunity is really rare, the key is the word "grab", any hesitation may lead to miss it, even if you are slow by the slightest bit, you may miss it.
With solid steps and swift strikes, with one long stride, his body teleported to the center of the court, his arms stretched out like a roc spreading its wings.
flutter!
Rob!
It can be clearly seen that Gao Wen pressed down directly with his forehand.
Across the net, Bob reacted reflexively.
The Bryan brothers are able to dominate men's doubles. In addition to their innate tacit understanding, their ability to react in front of the net and their sense of crisis are indeed gifted——
Simply discussing their baseline hitting ability, in singles competition, it may only be at the level of the top 300; but their handling of the net and their hitting methods in the first half are definitely the best among the best, indeed. Called an expert.
Bob caught Gawain's movements with his peripheral vision, and even sensed the crisis before Gawain took action, so he immediately took action.
Step, jump, pull the center of gravity, and then——
Move out.
Like a spirit fox.
The judgment is correct!
slash!
Gawain chose a diagonal line in front of the net, and Bob's judgment in the flash of lightning was completely correct. He already tried to block the net with a horizontal step.
It must be said that his sense of crisis is truly unique in the world, and it is not affected by age at all.
but!
The next second, Bob's eyes widened. What's going on?
The slash was indeed a slash. Gawain's racket control was pre-judged by Bob, and the final shot was a slash; but the wrist control was very secretive.
The moment he touched the ball, Gao Wen did not choose to smash or volley with great force, but chose to rub the ball delicately and lightly.
A small ball placed in the net comparable to badminton.
One rub, everything.
The power was completely removed.
At the same time, the wrist is wrapped around the tennis ball, like a fallen leaf landing on a swamp, falling lightly, and the entire control is a master level.
Bob, was completely caught off guard.
Although the direction was correctly judged, the preparation and posture for hitting the ball were completely wrong——
To block a powerful smash, you need to straighten your arms and keep the racket strong, often relying on conditioned reflexes to stretch and block.
When handling small balls in front of the net, you need to adjust your arms, keep your wrists and rackets soft, and handle them more delicately and carefully. In addition to conditioned reflexes, you also need concentration.
These are two completely different situations.
Bob flew forward and was ready to intercept and smash, but he was shocked and it was too late to change his batting posture...
Still a beat slower.
With his body in the air, Gawain completed a perfect unloading shot. His control was impeccable, and the tennis ball fell quickly over the net with almost no power.
Bob was only a little slower, and he already missed the last chance to hit the ball. In the end, the front of the racket frame only blocked the tennis ball, and the tennis ball hit the net directly.
Bob, staggering.
"40:AD".
Mike looked up at Gawain.
Bob also raised his head and looked at Gawain.
The two brothers looked astonished.
Gawain grinned, then spread his hands and shrugged, as if to say: I don't know what's going on.
The atmosphere became relaxed in an instant. Bob shook his head helplessly, then gave a thumbs up to Gawain and patted the racket with his palm to applaud Gawain.
This is a game, and it is also a breakthrough. In a close encounter, Gao Wen still has the upper hand.
Small ball in front of the net, this technology is more important than ever on the clay court——
If the ball hit just now was on a hard ground, the rebound of the tennis ball after landing should still have a certain height, and Bob's secondary reaction should be able to complete the save, which also means that Gawain still needs to make up one more shot;
But this is red soil, and the force is absorbed by the soil, and the rebound height is not high enough, thus extinguishing Bob's last hope.
For Gawain, this is also a test:
The tactical arrangement and combination on the clay court must be different from that on the hard court, so Gao Wen needs to slowly explore.
Doubles is the best training ground.
Judging from the small ball in front of the net this time, Gao Wen had a better understanding of the characteristics of clay, and with a little show of skill, he turned the situation around.
Worthy of praise!
Then, Gawain turned and walked towards Dimitrov, and the two high-fived in celebration. Dimitrov's face was full of surprise, and his smile couldn't help but rise.
"So, what's the next fight?" Dimitrov was eager to try, his face full of excitement and excitement, and he could hardly control himself.
From the inside out, one can deeply feel that Dimitrov's whole person is completely different. Compared with the past few months, he is completely different. It seems that he has returned to the time when they just met——
Sure enough, competitive status is closely related to personal life.
Gao Wen thought for a while, "What do you think if I take the risk and try to separate the angle of return?"