Gao Wen sensed the opportunity and took action decisively without hesitation to seize the opportunity, once again showing his ability to interpret the game accurately and keenly.
This was true for Federer's game point, and the same was true for his own break point. Gawain did not shrink back or be conservative. Instead, he let go and started attacking from the first shot of receiving the serve; moreover, instead of taking blind risks and fighting blindly, everything
They are all purposeful layouts.
It can be seen from this:
First, Federer's physical fitness fluctuated significantly, and his serve quality also fluctuated.
Secondly, it was not luck that Gao Wen was able to defeat the other three giants in a row at the O2 Arena.
Obviously, this was a return of serve that broke the rules. Anyway, Gao Wen was qualified to take risks. The whole shot was very relaxed and he did not hesitate when facing the first serve.
Forehand, skateboard backslash.
The tennis ball jumped out smoothly and lightly, just like riding a slide.
However, Federer was not surprised.
Federer knows that when it comes to break points and taking stock, Gawain is often bolder and more adventurous than usual. Although he did not predict it in advance, as the server, he also has his own layout and makes some restrictions. Gawain's
The scope of risk-taking will not exceed imagination.
One big step, two big steps, and Federer has reached his backhand position.
And, without hesitation——
Go ahead and attack.
It's not defense, it's attack, it's counterattack.
Federer made a clear movement of pushing his body forward, grabbed an ascending point, fully opened his chest, and completely pushed out with his one-handed backhand.
boom!
Simply, be tough, hit the wall.
Federer once again showed his true nature as a king. Instead, he caught Gawain's return of serve and used his strength to launch a counterattack. Everything was in his plan.
King, come to the throne!
Federer's one-handed backhand was free and smooth, elegant and sharp. It incredibly pushed Gawain's return serve and sent it straight out.
Flat and fast.
Straight and heavy.
In an instant, everyone's breath was cut off.
This is Federer's ability!
Maybe, not the whole audience, at least, Federer and Gauvin did not fall into sluggishness.
Federer is on the move.
Gawain is also on the move.
Gao Wen, on his side, had just completed the risk of receiving the serve. He adjusted his body in small steps and cut into the middle, ready to connect with the next attack.
Because Gao Wen knows Federer's ability, he must be ready for the next shot, cannot take it lightly, and then capture Federer's dynamics.
Immediately, Gawain sounded the alarm, adjusted from small steps to long strides, his body was already rushing towards the forehand gap, and his speed increased to the extreme.
Gawain had just started on this side, and Federer on the other side immediately noticed the movement. He just finished a backhand shot and immediately returned to the middle.
Like Gawain, Federer also understands his opponent. He believes that Gawain can complete the return and he must be ready for the next shot.
As a result, the situation formed a subtle stalemate——
Putting aside the passive and active aspects, Federer and Gauvin are both moving and containing, interfering with their opponents' judgment through their complementary movements.
Gawain, how should we return the ball?
Different lines such as straight lines, diagonal lines, middle routes, high balls, small balls, etc. were completely intertwined in the brainstorming of the two players.
The air suddenly became tense.
Then.
Gao Wen moved, because he was passive. In fact, he didn't have much choice. Federer's leverage was so good and beautiful, the straight line was completely straightened, and he successfully found the dead corner of the bottom line triangle; at the same time, it was fast, heavy, and powerful.
Shen, like a heavy hammer, immediately put Gawain on the defensive.
A quarter beat later, Federer also moved because he believed in Gawain's hitting ability and he needed to move in advance to make up for it and block the line.
5 seconds later——
Buzz.
The whole audience was stunned and silent.
Gawain's movement had reached its extreme, and just when he was about to reach the target, he stepped forward and rushed forward, using the inertia of his forward motion to strike with a forehand.
strafing.
impact.
straight line.
In such a passive and difficult situation, Gao Wen did not choose a diagonal line, but a forehand shot in a straight line, powerfully breaking the offensive and defensive confrontation.
Then, penetrate the court.
Federer made a mistake in judgment. He firmly believed that Gawain would choose the "inside-out" forehand diagonal line and move his body in the opposite direction.
One shot of a straight line, one full stop.
"ah!"
There was a thunder on the ground, and it exploded violently. All the crowds of people looked towards the source of the sound. Gao Wen, who clenched his fists, exploded with energy from the depths of his Dantian.
Roaring out——
Full response.
Wow.
Hua Hua Hua.
Incredible admiration, unbelievable screams, and excited cheers... swept the entire venue, and finally couldn't control themselves anymore and stood up, shouting, jumping, laughing and sighing, and the O2 Stadium fell into a mighty sea of heat waves.
It looks like a volcano erupting lava.
No one can be an exception.
"6:3".
The first set victory belongs to Gawain.
"Wow."
"Wait, I need a moment to breathe, but... wow."
"Even though I expected the trend of the first set, I didn't expect it to end in such a way. Wow, the game was really exciting and speechless."
"Federer came well prepared. Obviously, he attaches great importance to Gawain and puts Gawain on an equal footing, but Gawain is more fully prepared, with control over the context of the game, the layout of key points, and determination at critical moments.
From the inside out, the article shows the determination to win."
"And, he did it."
"Looking back at the first set, it was still Federer, but in key points every time, Gawain's confidence and condition were better."
"Wow. I mean, Gawain, wow, any words of praise seem boring. He has proven with practical actions why he is the fifth giant."
Praise, it's so simple, sigh over and over again -
Why is the era of giants so fascinating?
Because of the competition.
Because the games between giants are always exciting, the duel between giants brings the charm of competitive sports to its fullest, and the collision between giants shows the ultimate in tennis.
Everything is about the game.
Gawain is no exception.
"Now, a difficult problem is placed in front of Federer. How should the tactics be adjusted in the second set? Especially when the physical fitness is declining, how should the layout be arranged?"
"I believe that based on Federer's experience, he has already made a plan. What will happen if he loses a set first? What if his physical fitness declines?"
"After all, we all need to face up to an objective question, what is Gawain's physical reserve?"
"Looking back at the schedule since September, I have to admire Gao Wen's wisdom and calmness. He did not fill the schedule to compete for the world's number one at the end of the year. He still progressed step by step and did not let himself fall into excessive participation and break the balance.
dilemma."
"Despite this, Wawrinka, Murray, Nadal, Djokovic, and then Federer in front of me, Gao Wen's draw in London is still hellish. How much reserve does he still have in the tank? This is a question.
Reality."
"So, in my opinion, the second set may not be as exciting as the first set, but the test for the two players is completely different."
"Federer's experience, I don't know if it can play any role."
"Although it is hard to believe, maybe we are witnessing history. Gawain is still one game away from making history."