When Murray took off for the smash, he realized the hidden trap of Gao Wen's return, side spin. Just like Murray, he cleverly concealed the side spin and created deviations. The hitting point may be slightly deviated from the expected, and the shooting feeling will naturally be different.
If it is cutting, like Gao Wen did, it is feasible and relatively easy to use rotation to create rotation to control the position.
If it is exerting force, like Murray did, the rotation will easily lose control, especially in high-pressure situations where it is particularly difficult to exert force.
In desperation, Murray did not use force, but chose to kill lightly.
Focus on control, use the line and landing point to limit Gao Wen's return, and pave the way for his next attack, hoping to score the winning point.
——oblique line, external rotation, shallow area.
Murray tried to use the hit shot to completely separate the angle, but just as he took the shot, he saw Gawain's figure in the corner of his vision.
Run, sprint, resolutely.
Gao Wen's steps were very determined. He accurately predicted Murray's high-pressure ball route early on, sprinted across the court at full speed, and initiated the shot with a two-handed backhand early. Not only did he not flinch, but he launched an offensive while moving at high speed.
One push, one pump, and the entire sweep is not an unreasonable use of force, but a flat push, pushing as deep as possible along a straight line.
The purpose is clear-
According to Murray's position, push behind Murray.
Murray was startled and ran wildly along the diagonal direction at a 45-degree angle behind him. Seeing that the tennis ball was about to break through his position, he suddenly stepped forward, turned his head and looked at the moon and took a shot.
Complete the volley before landing, relying solely on the strength of your wrist to pick up the tennis ball and push it back.
Huh!
Amidst the exclamations of the audience, Murray staggered and hit a backhand shot. The tennis ball flew incredibly towards Gawain's forehand sideline. It was tricky and fast. The shot pierced through like an arrow.
court.
The situation turned around again in an instant——
The competition is so intense that every shot can change the entire situation.
On that side, Gawain sprinted at full speed and crossed the entire court for the second time in a row.
Here, Murray staggered to adjust his steps and went to the net again without hesitation.
One horizontal axis, one vertical axis, two figures moved quickly on the court. The confrontation between you and me instantly sent the O2 Arena into a frenzy.
Tap tap tap, tap tap tap——
Gawain sprinted at full speed, but it was not enough.
Then.
As soon as he stepped forward, his right leg had already slid out, splitting completely, and his body also extended out. Seeing that there was no room to hit the ball, because Murray's volley shot did not have any rotation or power attached to it, and it landed on the ground.
After that, there was almost no jumping height, leaving only a trace of space for Gawain, and he didn't even have time to swing the racket.
Crosscut, light lift, quick flick of the wrist, and the speed of the racket suddenly increases.
Lobby!
Gao Wen once again challenged the high ball, and this time the swing of the forearm was obviously more complete, using the swing of the arm to complete the upward arc.
Whoosh!
With a sudden movement, the tennis ball slipped into the light and almost disappeared.
Murray's heart suddenly contracted, and he quickly retreated, retreating in small steps continuously. He ran halfway to observe the falling curve of the tennis ball. He was just about to prepare for a high-pressure volley to intercept halfway. He immediately found that his hitting position was unfavorable. It might be different from the previous shot.
High pressure also cannot exert force smoothly.
Stop shooting, retreat, turn around.
Making a decisive decision, Murray had already completed his judgment, selection and action. He came to the point where the tennis ball landed, and his steps were basically standing in the triangle of the bottom line. At this time, it can be seen that Gawain's control of the lob was excellent.
He didn't get into a blind corner, but he was not far away. He easily pushed Murray back to the bottom line and reversed the situation.
But Murray also made the correct judgment. With a counterclockwise spin, his forehand was already released along with the power of the spin, exerting power instantly.
Critical hit!
boom……
With a clear and solid sound of hitting the ball, Murray completed a sweeping hit with his forehand, and stood on the baseline to launch another attack.
The tennis ball, along the diagonal line, returns to Gawain's forehand position.
Gawain, right here.
After hitting the ball with a sliding split, use the racket to support your body, jump up again, adjust your center of gravity in small steps, and then the tennis ball will fly over.
There is no breathing room.
Gao Wen's forehand came forward without hesitation, a solid slap shot, striving for a fast pace of attack connection, unreserved release of power and speed, and seizing the opportunity to start a head-on attack.
"Forehand VS Forehand".
Gao Wen's shot raised the power and speed to another level, and then sent it back to Murray's forehand, successfully reversing the passive situation and returning to the balance of the confrontation.
Murray's footsteps were still within the baseline, and he could immediately feel the quality of Gawain's shot. It was solid, strong, and impactful enough. The billowing waves of air hit his face, leaving no time for reaction at all.
Subconsciously, Murray also fought back head-on, hitting him hard with his forehand.
"Forehand VS Forehand 0".
The game was completely deadlocked. From Murray taking the initiative to a back-and-forth attack, the rhythm and intensity actually continued to rise.
Then--
Gawain fought back.
At this moment, we can see Gawain's courage and style as the fifth giant. He has just got out of passivity, and before he has time to adjust his steps, he has already taken a small step forward and launched a forehand attack with full firepower.
Forearms, wrists, speed up.
A flick.
straight line!
Gao Wen did not hesitate to take action, and completed the change of line in the strong collision of strength and power. The difficulty of this shot lay in Murray's force, and also in Gao Wen's adjustment. His breathing and footsteps were not fully adjusted.
When it was over, Gao Wen did not choose to make a transition, but forcefully changed the line in an anaerobic state, turning the situation around in an instant.
stay!
The entire O2 Arena was stunned. There was only a roar of thunder above the eardrums. The world briefly fell into silence. This connection, this power, and this control are absolutely top-notch.
When a master strikes, he will know if there is anything as soon as he strikes.
It only takes one shot to switch from defense to offense.
With a forehand that has been underestimated and ignored by people, Gao Wen also showed the hitting ability of a top player.
Not only was the line change successful, but the placement was precise——
It's perfect.
But in fact, Murray never felt that he was in full control of the game. Even if he took the offensive initiative, Gao Wen's return of defense forced him to stay tight at all times, and his offense was always swinging on the tightrope.
Now I am suddenly pushed into a passive dilemma.
Run wildly, run wildly.
Murray was completely free of distractions. He entered his own world and focused on that tennis ball. He didn't need to think and had no time to think. The moment his steps were in place, he hit with a backhand with both hands.
Be bold! Determined! Tough!
With no choice and no way out, he had no choice but to give it a try. At this time, Murray found his best self, showing an unbreakable backhand with both hands, which not only withstood Gawain's powerful attack, but also further accelerated his speed.