On the opposite side of the net, Djokovic continued to drop kicks. His whole mental outlook seemed to be the same, but his steps were mobilized and he struck out quickly.
First serve, close up and press the backhand.
Although it was the first serve, it was not very fast, only 173 kilometers per hour. There was not much difference between the first serve and the second serve, and it did not exceed Djokovic's expectations.
Therefore, this became an opportunity for Djokovic to steal the serve.
Djokovic realized that Gawain was cleverly planning and mobilizing to create attrition, and launched a counterattack hidden in the dark. He needed to respond, he needed to eliminate Gawain's speculation, and he needed to change the situation from a tactical level. He
A bold attack is needed to disrupt Gawain's rhythm.
In fact, since the second set, Djokovic has rarely attacked and served.
However, things are different now.
Djokovic realized that Gawain had a tendency to raise his head, and at the same time Gawain also consciously began to change speed to try to break the balance——
Anyone who has experienced long-distance running or even a marathon should know that if you keep running at a constant speed, your physical energy consumption will not be obvious. Changing speed is fatal.
Therefore, in long-distance running competitions, you can often see the leader constantly switching and changing speeds, using this method to achieve tactical consumption.
From the fourth set to the fifth set, Djokovic has always been in a relatively even state, and the rhythm of baseline balls is comfortable for him. Gao Wen has never been able to break the balance; but now, Gao Wen is improving in physical fitness
In the extreme dilemma, change the rhythm through slow speed changes.
The balance is quietly broken.
Djokovic was experienced and realized Gawain's tactical intentions immediately. Without waiting for Gawain to change, he struck first.
So, without warning, Djokovic chose to speed up.
and!
He took action when it was time to take action. Djokovic did not hesitate. He took the risk of severe physical exertion and took action decisively, showing a rare tough posture.
This is another level of gaming.
Taking a lateral step, leaning his upper body back to make room, Djokovic quickly struck with a backhand with both hands, and the whole rhythm increased——
One tip, one sweep.
This shot clearly shows Djokovic's tactical intention. With his upper body tilted back and out of balance, he still forced a straight shot with his backhand and seized the opportunity of Gawain's first serve to directly launch an offensive. It was sudden enough.
Strong enough, it broke the balance of confrontation again and again.
boom.
The tennis ball flew straight along a straight line and got into the gap of Gawain's forehand. Although the landing point was not the perfect one and there was still some space before the blind spot, the dual threat of speed and line easily broke the balance. Djokovic
The tactical intention can be realized without taking risks.
After serving, Gao Wen, who had not yet had time to regain his balance, fell into a passive position and staggered across the court with long strides.
His knees were still trembling, and he couldn't push hard enough to push them off, but Gawain didn't flinch or be timid. He gritted his teeth and straightened his knees and pushed on the ground continuously.
Kick! Kick! Kick!
Movements that are usually simple and basic are now like lead, making every move difficult and heavy and clumsy.
Energy burst out from every corner of the body, and the burning feeling deep in the soul unfolded mightily. Despite the difficulties, he never gave up.
Kick off, sprint, extend.
Because he has no strength, Gao Wen can no longer slide out of the skating steps. He can only rely on the forward extension of his upper body, and the racket has been extended to the extreme.
Forehand, undercut, salvage.
With a staggering shot, Hai Di Laoyue, on the rapidly falling trajectory of the tennis ball, rubbed his forehand and forcibly pulled up the parabola of the tennis ball.
The tennis ball flew back in a straight line. Although the line was good, it had no speed or power, and even the spin was not fast.
While waiting for the tennis ball to return to Djokovic's backhand position, he had already switched steps without hesitation and turned sideways forehand——
Heavy artillery attack.
slash, inside-out.
This kind of shot was the first time in the final set.
At this time, you can see Djokovic's determination to speed up and apply pressure instantly. It's not that he can't do it, but whether he is willing to.
The tennis ball drilled along a diagonal line into the big baseline triangle of Gawain's backhand position, as fast as lightning, and the backspin ball drilled into the ground like a mole, causing sparks from friction.
Huh!
Not to mention Gawain, Arthur Ashe Stadium, which was completely caught up in the heat wave of the whole stadium, could also feel the sudden changes in rhythm and speed.
There was an exclamation.
However, before the sound could be heard, two figures were seen on the court.
On one side, Djokovic was on the net, pressing forward at full speed. His strategy was completely different from that in the fourth and fifth sets, and the entire round was completely compressed.
On one side, Gawain was running across the field, rushing from one end to the other. His steps were shaky but he didn't give up. Instead, he ran faster and faster.
Two wisps of light and shadow formed a "T" shape, fully utilizing the vertical and horizontal axes of the net. Then they saw Djokovic stuck in front of the net, lowering his center of gravity, getting close to the net, and concentrating on it.
, and the eyes of the whole audience converged, and at the same time looked towards the figure opposite.
Tap tap tap, tap tap tap——
Gawain's speed has increased to the extreme at this stage, but the power of Djokovic's sideways forehand has also completely exploded, forming obvious suppression.
Speed up.
Speed up!
Speed up again!
The extreme speed unexpectedly ignited the potential. In a flash, he rushed to the scene and then went out for the second time in a row.
Keep your upper body parallel to the ground, push your body forward with your steps, and guide your backhand forward like rockets, extending, and then extending.
Close.
Closer!
Then, Djokovic also moved.
Right.
Lateral movement.
straight line.
Djokovic noticed Gawain's early shooting action, subconsciously moved laterally to intercept the straight line, and leaped out directly.
In his sight, Gawain's body had already escaped the pull of gravity. He was almost flying with his continuous kicks on the ground, and his racket finished touching the ball.
Straighten your forearms and hook your wrists——
boom.
It is just a short touch of the ball, before the tennis ball is about to break free, before the body is about to lose control, relying on the strength of the wrist to make a hook.
The tennis ball flew out.
You can clearly see the traces of two lights and shadows in your line of sight.
A right side shift.
One hole on the right side.
However, they are located on both sides of the court to form a mirror image, staggered positions.
slash!
Gao Wen made a diagonal shot and passed Djokovic. Then, the tennis ball and Djokovic were misaligned.
Slowly, slowly, and swaying, the tennis ball crossed the net, fell quickly, and fell into the bounds, but there was no sound, only a roar.
Buzz.
Buzz buzz.
The whole place was completely silent.
Everything was so quiet that the audience doubted their eyes, were not sure what they were seeing, and temporarily forgot to breathe.
So, what happened?
To be more precise, how did all this happen? Is it real? Or is it just a mirage in the heat wave, just an illusion?
Until the voice of the referee Esdrachi came from the microphone——