As expected, both Federer and Gawain need to adjust their tactics and start from scratch based on the results of the first set.
Physical fitness is the key word.
From Gawain's point of view, with one set in hand, he is invincible. Even if he loses the second set, there is still a deciding set, so there is no need to rush.
Therefore, Gao Wen can adjust at any time according to his own rhythm, focusing on dealing and entanglement, and keeping his serve as the first priority, and then wait for opportunities, adapt to changes, and adjust tactics at any time according to the progress of the game. There is no need to preemptively strike and waste money.
one's own physical ability.
From Federer's point of view, he has no retreat, but this does not mean that he is blindly counterattacking in a chaotic manner. It is precisely because he is lagging behind that he needs to be calm.
Because Federer doesn't have much physical energy to waste, he needs to plan carefully and wait patiently. If something goes wrong, he can launch a fatal blow in time; he believes that there will not be too many opportunities, so he must make sure that he is well prepared when the opportunity arises.
Deliver accurately and accurately.
The confrontation situation became subtly tense——
"1:1".
"2:2".
"3:3".
The first six rounds were calm and even a bit dull, but no one was distracted. The undercurrent beneath the calm was always stirring, making the muscles twitch with tension.
The so-called tightness is a feeling. In these six games, both players focused more on their own serving games, avoiding mistakes and distractions, and making full use of their serving advantages to achieve some relatively simple and easy results.
score, and try to avoid leaking flaws as much as possible.
The direct result is that the score of "30:30" appeared several times, but there was never a "deuce", let alone a break point.
Tight, loose, tight, loose...
Fast and slow, stretched and relaxed, the state is like a high-altitude steel wire rope. A breeze blows, and the steel wire rope shakes violently. The muscles of the whole body are tense to control the body and balance, and I break out in a cold sweat. I finally control the situation.
Then I realized it was just a breeze.
Slightly nihilistic.
However, when the next breeze comes, everyone will still be on full alert——
Because no one can be sure whether the breeze will turn into a storm, or worse, this little breeze will cause one to make a mistake.
That tension spread quietly.
Then, before there was time to react, the second set had already entered the middle and late stages, and the pressure on each subsequent set would increase exponentially.
This situation is beneficial to Gao Wen, because he took the lead in the second set and always maintained the lead; the time left for Federer is decreasing little by little. As long as Gao Wen keeps serving smoothly, he can
At the end of the set, Federer's serve launched an attack.
Pressure, slowly rising——
Game 7.
Federer saved a game point and caught up to "40:40". This was also the first time a "deuce" appeared in the second set, and the situation became tense instantly.
However, at the critical moment, Gao Wen still stood firm and successfully secured serve with two winning points. He withstood the test and continued to maintain the lead.
"4:3".
Tight, getting tighter and tighter.
Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Federer is trying to speed up and create some opportunities, but Gawain still controls the situation smartly.
Now, the pressure is on Federer again. If he encounters a break in this game...
Federer is really feeling the pressure——
Not a single shot made.
Gao Wen sensed the opportunity with a keen sense of smell, and the entire shot rhythm and offensive quality improved instantly, and he turned the tables and fired at the opponent's serve.
Not making a single shot in a row.
Federer's second serve was under incredible pressure and became the starting point for Gao Wen's full-scale attack, which soared as soon as the round was counted.
Then, after a forehand diagonal "inside-out" winning point, Gao Wen got three consecutive break points in this game.
The opportunity has come.
"0:40".
It’s difficult, it’s really difficult for Federer.
In this round, Federer missed all three of his first serves, so his three second serves were attacked by the storm. Gawain once again showed his wisdom, always being patient, always focused, always devoted, and when the opportunity presented itself, he did not hesitate.
Make a move, subvert the balance in an instant, and take control of the initiative.
Only with the front foot did Federer catch up with Gao Wen's serve.
On the back foot, Gao Wen got break points in Federer's serve, and there were three consecutive break points, either none or a series.
The heart of the O2 Arena was completely curled up. Amidst the cheers and applause, the annoyance and regret of the London home audience could be clearly heard——
This is, after all, Federer's "home field".
"Bah! Roger!"
"Bah! Roger!"
Support is coming.
Whether they are die-hard Federer fans or neutral fans and passersby who are happy to take advantage of the situation, they all stand clearly behind Federer.
The reason is very simple:
No one wants the game to end.
Such a wonderful, beautiful and exciting game should not end hastily like this. A great game should be worthy of a great ending.
Both players remain undefeated at the O2 Arena this year, and both dropped only one set, so the head-to-head match against Maiman deserves a deciding set.
Without hesitation, the audience cheered for Federer unswervingly, and the cheers belonging to Gowan fans were swallowed up in the blink of an eye.
Applause, thunder.
On the court, both players were unmoved and highly focused.
Second District.
Still the second serve——
In this game, there was obviously a problem with Federer's serve. He missed four consecutive serves. The impact on his physical fitness and mental fluctuations can be seen.
Gawain, with his concentration high, stepped lightly, and he was ready to receive the serve.
Federer knew that Gawain was preparing to receive the serve, and Gawain was indeed preparing to receive the serve. The tension on the verge of breaking out quietly filled the air.
Close to the backhand.
Federer's second serve increased strong friction, raised the topspin high, and carried a strong side spin. After landing, it rotated inwards towards Gawain's stance, forming a double squeeze.
Games and calculations.
Suppression and counterattack.
As the server, Federer remained calm, completely ignoring Gao Wen's rising momentum, standing firmly on his feet, completing the layout with a high-quality second serve, and finding a solution while decelerating to make full use of himself.
The serving advantage creates an advantage.
——Gawain was squeezed.
As the one who receives the serve, he is indeed inherently passive. Although Gawain was fully focused and reacted quickly, Federer still passed Gawain with the deceptive placement of his serve, so that Gawain's stance and swing were both squeezed; however,
In these two games, Gawain really improved his condition.
The reaction was very timely. The upper body got out of the way, and the hands were pinned to the body for the backhand. When he could not stretch out to swing the racket, he actually relied on the turning movement and the forearm tape to hit a diagonal shot.
Don't even think about changing the line, a diagonal line is a diagonal line, but Gao Wen still showed his delicate touch and outstanding condition, tearing apart the angle of the diagonal line.
The return ball was not fast and had no power at all, but it still rushed towards Federer's backhand sideline and accurately pressed the sideline.
Control, precision.
In the confrontation between serving and receiving, each showed his or her talents, and then Gawain pushed Federer to the sideline.