Stalemate, stalemate, not giving in an inch, the first men's singles semi-final lived up to expectations. The exciting and exciting collision started from the first point and continued throughout the first six games. Both players showed their top level.
Some clues can be seen from the score. The serving side has firmly taken the initiative. There was no "deuce" situation in the first six games, let alone a break point. At most, it was only a "30:30" state, but it controlled the serve.
The party can still improve its status in time to complete the guarantee.
Compared with any match between the two players this year, Djokovic was more comfortable and focused. His competitive state even surpassed that of the final when he defeated Gao Wen in the Imperial Capital, and his tactical execution was also particularly in place——
When to speed up and exert force, and when to circle the ball, Djokovic's grasp and control were just right, and his performance was indeed outstanding.
However, while Djokovic is improving, Gao Wen has not stood still. The collision between you and me still maintains a delicate balance. He can also keep up with Djokovic's rhythm and further improve.
McEnroe couldn't help but sigh while sitting in the commentary box.
"It looks like we do have a 'game'."
The atmosphere of the entire game is extremely tense, and every game and even every point cannot be taken lightly. This also means that the mental and physical energy consumption is intense. As the game progresses, the continuous high-intensity and high-frequency confrontation will inevitably cause fluctuations. Next,
It depends on who can seize the opportunity.
This is precisely the essence of the peak showdown, where the slightest difference will determine the outcome.
Not only the live audience, nor the commentary booth, but also the audience watching the live broadcast in front of the TV could not help but hold their breath, immersed in the hot and tight heat wave, and their hearts beat crazily with the sound of hitting the ball.
Then, in the seventh inning——
Djokovic's serve was the first to fluctuate, and accidents and luck interrupted the game.
In the lead situation of "30:15", Gao Wen responded with a shot of the tennis ball. Because the friction with the net belt changed the flight trajectory, the ball rolled against the net and then fell against the net. It fell straight off the cliff and directly entered the rolling state without any help.
Djokovic left a chance to start, a purely lucky shot.
Gao Wen himself did not expect it. He smiled and raised his racket to signal to Djokovic amidst the exclamations and sighs of the audience.
Djokovic remained unmoved, and the lucky shots that brushed the net and rolled into the net were part of the game, and there was no need to be distracted by such a situation.
But I didn't expect that in the next point, Djokovic's return ball also missed the net. This time it did bounce off the net and went out of bounds. It was counted as an unforced error. After giving away a point, he also gave away the first goal in the game.
A break point.
Two points, one after the other, and the net can't be passed continuously, but they are two completely different results, and they are both on Gawain's side. It is really dumbfounding. Even Djokovic can't hide his face.
stunned--
what happened?
The O2 Arena was filled with exclamations of surprise.
"On the surface, it looks like two consecutive balls hitting the net and leading to different results is a lucky ball. Indeed, it is a simple lucky ball."
"But if you look into the reasons carefully, it is actually the result of fluctuations in energy and physical fitness. This is the case for both players. In this return shot, they hope to lower the parabola and suppress the opponent with flat strikes as much as possible. However, they remain tight for a long time.
There were some fluctuations in Tong's concentration, and there were also fluctuations in the detail control and feel of the shot, which led to the net scraping."
"That is to say, essentially, this is a direct reflection of the intensity of the game. Both players want to maintain intensity, but fluctuations inevitably occur. The adjustments in the next two games are very important."
"The luck of wiping the net is actually a form of expression that takes the intensity of confrontation to a whole new level."
A layman can watch the excitement, an expert can watch the door -
Zhan Jun was able to detect the subtle changes in the atmosphere of the game at the first time. Today, Djokovic and Gao Wen indeed showed their strongest form. The game reached its peak from the first point, but the excitement has only just begun.
Opening ceremony.
"30:40".
Once the net was wiped, and then another... the net was wiped, a break point appeared. This was the first break point combined for the two players in this game.
"Noel, bang bang!"
"Noel, bang bang!"
The O2 Arena instantly burst out with amazing energy, cheering for Djokovic, because they all looked forward to this peak showdown continuing to be exciting.
This is also true.
Djokovic, who has always maintained a flat serve since the start of today's match, chose to serve from the outside corner with reduced force at the first break point, making full use of the advantage of the second zone. After the serve landed with side spin, it completely tore the angle away.
An unexpected change in serving strategy turned the situation upside down.
Although Gao Wen's steps were completely outside the singles line and completed the touch, the control was very reluctant, and the line and friction were not in place. Djokovic's next forehand slash was "inside-out" quickly.
Keep up and easily score this winning point.
"deuce".
When the referee said this word for the first time in the audience, the O2 Arena instantly went into a frenzy——
Even with extremely high expectations, the excitement of this game still exceeded expectations, and the anxious and tense scenes made people excited.
The air is completely condensed.
Even the audience in front of the TV can feel some changes in the atmosphere of the game, especially the two masters standing on the court.
Gao Wen, who is good at analyzing context and grasping psychological opportunities to seize opportunities, immediately realized that fluctuations in concentration could become an entry point to break the balance.
At the first break point, Gao Wen concentrated on trying to form a stalemate and then look for opportunities to counterattack, but Djokovic was equally sophisticated, disrupting Gao Wen's plan with an unexpected serve, and showing the world's number one demeanor and calmness.
And powerfully scored a winning point.
Obviously, the mature and seasoned Djokovic, like Gawain, noticed the change in the atmosphere and responded in his own way.
So, will the competition continue to be a stalemate...?
No, Gawain doesn't think so.
In Gao Wen's view, "fluctuations" are still continuing. Whether he himself or Djokovic, there will inevitably be fluctuations in the next period of time, and then they will inevitably enter a stage where the state, feel, and intensity slowly decline. After all,
They are all made of flesh and blood and cannot be high-pitched throughout.
This means that in the range of "fluctuation" and "downturn", how to control, adjust and fight will become the main theme of victory or defeat.
In fact, compared to the previous first stage, the next step is the moment to test the players' strength and foundation.
call.
Gawain took a deep breath and his brain began to work at high speed.
Sure enough, Gawain's judgment and analysis were correct——
"AD:40".
"40:40".
"40:AD".
"40:40."
"40:AD".
"40:40".
The numbers jump back and forth repeatedly, and time seems to stop here, returning to the same position again and again, never changing.
Back and forth, three game points, three break points, eight minutes of game time, and then the score was evenly divided for the sixth time.