Just like squash, Gawain responded strongly with an absolutely focused and positive attitude, and Federer was also mentally prepared.
Impact, heat wave, rushing towards him, in the midst of crisis and predicament, Federer responded instantly and reflexively——
Right leg, take a step back.
Forehand, pull forward.
The upper body and lower body are staggered and react differently, adjusting the space to get out of the way while quickly shooting for the ball.
Such a contradictory hitting method, but Federer still executes it lightly, with a sense of fluidity, and shoots the ball with one shot.
In the details, every move of the wrist is lifted.
It has a very delicate and soft hitting feel, and you can use your strength to complete the ball, and then the tennis ball will draw a light flight path and jump back.
slash.
Dead corner.
With exquisite control and super precision, Federer's return shot responded perfectly with softness overcoming stiffness, and at the same time launched a counterattack with hidden needles.
It's...indescribably wonderful.
Arthur Ashe Stadium was so quiet that he even forgot to utter an exclamation and stared at the scene in front of him in a daze, not daring to blink.
However.
Before I had time to admire the last stunning shot, the next stunning shot had already created an impact comparable to the tide, rushing towards my face continuously.
--small ball.
On the opposite side of the court, Gawain was making sudden stops and turns. He changed the way he hit the ball with his two-handed backhand at the moment of release. He unloaded the force and cut with one shot, completely overturning the entire stalemate in the confrontation. Not only did it overturn the entire audience,
At the same time, it also completely broke Federer's prediction, and his real skills shocked everyone.
Obviously, Federer didn't expect that.
From the end of the previous set to the beginning of this one, Gao Wen's rhythm has always been very tight. The connection between rackets and rackets in the round is indeed airtight and continuous, layer by layer, and the ball will be turbulent.
Federer's playing style on the grass court is vividly displayed and attracts attention.
Federer's adaptability was calm and calm, he constantly used changes in his hitting techniques to cause trouble, and quietly interfered with Gawain's hitting position.
If the stalemate continues like this, Federer is not afraid at all. After all, the real Federer is here, controlling the rhythm in Federer's way to deal with Federer. Federer himself naturally has a way to deal with it. After a short breath, he can regain the advantage and continue to bite the score.
.
However, Gawain is not Federer.
The shot of a small ball was not only abrupt, but also clever. It was in sharp contrast to the absolutely tough shot of hitting the wall when receiving the serve. Gawain's tactical layout has only been unveiled now. The fundamental purpose of the tough return of serve is to force Federer to retreat and tighten.
Then on the next shot, Federer was moved to the net.
One push. One pull.
The rhythm of the two shots is very different, and Federer has to face a dilemma——
run.
Obviously, Gawain took the entire situation into consideration. He knew that Federer needed to save energy on non-key points. This was a tactical allocation and adjustment. Especially in the early stages of the set, Federer often used his footwork when hitting the ball at the extreme limit.
Will be a little "lazy".
Now, Gao Wen is ready to throw the problem to Federer. With such a score and such a round, does he need to do his best to catch up?
tread!
Reflexively, Federer rushed forward, observing while sprinting, his brain running at high speed, trying to judge the situation.
In the blink of an eye, Federer was in position smoothly. Gawain had just cut a diagonal ball, and the tennis ball landed near the baseline of the service area on the side of Federer's backhand position. Simply looking at the quality of the ball, it was not outstanding.
The spot could be shallower, but Gao Wen removes the force very cleanly.
In other words, Federer still has room to save, but his space to counterattack is relatively limited.
Federer's steps were in place in time, and he glanced at Gawain who had already cut to the baseline and quickly hit the net. He immediately realized that he had to take action, otherwise the hitting point would be getting lower and lower, and the options for returning the ball would be less and less.
His one-handed backhand was already cut out.
One rub, one pick.
Federer showed his unparalleled control in front of the net. His small ball handling skills are truly outstanding, and he cut out a diagonal ball flexibly and delicately.
Moreover, it is shorter, lighter, and more turnable, almost running a diagonal line against the net.
Handled this way, it is perfect.
Because Federer knows that the hitting point is too low, it is difficult to hit the straight line or the deep area, and the possibility of hitting the net is too high. The diagonal line is the best hitting line, which also means that Gao Wen has laid out the trap early.
, his footsteps must be waiting on the slash.
If Federer knows that there is a tiger in the mountain and prefers to go with the tiger in the mountain, the quality of his diagonal balls must be improved.
He did it.
Moreover, just like Federer's judgment, Gawain immediately cut into the backhand position, stepped forward quickly, and already faced the backhand with both hands.
Time and space stagnated for a very, very brief moment——
Gawain is observing Federer.
Federer is observing Gawain.
The two players faced each other across the net, and their eyes quickly crossed each other. They were already clashing with each other. The two players swayed slightly, trying to pass their opponents with fake moves. Their eyes and body movements were also completely different. In just a short time,
They have been scheming and playing games with each other all this time.
In an instant, after all, it was an instant. After the fake move, both players moved.
Gawain goes left. Federer goes right.
A misplacement.
Gao Wen's two-handed backhand had already intercepted the tennis ball on its way down.
Because of the close contact with the net, Gao Wen was very careful in his batting movements to avoid touching the net. He held the racket tightly with both hands and flicked it gently.
It's like plucking a string.
The power of the wrist wraps the tennis ball along the racket, and finally makes a diagonal shot.
Federer immediately realized that he had been feinted by Gawain. He paused, stopped and turned suddenly, and switched his racket from his right hand to his left hand in an attempt to complete the interception.
However, it was too late.
After all...it was too late.
The tennis ball just broke through Federer's blockade, got out, and landed in bounds.
Score.
"30:40".
Wow!
Wow……
Arthur Ashe Stadium was immersed in a buzzing exclamation of exclamation, and everyone looked at each other in disbelief, unable to recover——
Shock!
stunned!
Not only because of Gao Wen's scoring method, but also because of the transition from fast tempo to slow tempo, both players showed excellent touch and precise calculation. Every shot is a game, a back-and-forth confrontation.
It really makes it difficult for the brain to keep up, and the turbulent emotions are just like this.
"ah!"
The fans of Gowan clenched their fists and cheered. The applause and shouts were released and echoed in the stadium of Nottingham University. Every face was filled with excitement.
"Ahhh!"
These sounds were not grand, but they finally brought Federer's supporters back to their senses. Only then did they realize that before they had time to celebrate the victory in the first set, Federer would need to face a break point dilemma in his own service game.
It's far from time for them to relax and celebrate.
"Roger!"
"Roger, come on."
Shouts and cheers came from all directions, and the tense and stalemate atmosphere went to a higher level.
Just look at Milka's expression in Federer's player box. She frowned and kept clapping her hands to encourage Federer, with a very serious look on her face.