The most vulnerable time in a tennis match is when you are in the lead. Even if it happens, everything is possible. This is a famous saying from Mr. Rod Laver, and it has been verified countless times in actual matches——
The four giants have saved the victory more than once, and the games between the four giants have also changed the situation more than once to reverse the outcome.
Including Gawain himself is no exception.
Gawain let out a long breath. He thought he would not be nervous, but in fact, a mixture of nervousness and excitement still surged over him.
Dreams are just around the corner.
It’s not just a victory and a championship, it’s also the honor of being number one in the world——
The highest honor that I once only dared to secretly fantasize about in my dreams, the ultimate goal that I only dared to half-joke to hide my sincerity, the lofty position that once felt so far away that I didn’t dare to dream about it and constantly warned myself to be down-to-earth, is now right in front of my eyes, one step away.
Far away, within reach.
It turns out that dreams can really come true, as long as you dare to think and act.
When everything became clear before my eyes, when my fingertips could already feel the touch of the trophy, my mind still surged uncontrollably.
There was a layer of hot sweat on the palms of my hands.
Subconsciously, Gawain tightened his grip on the racket, focused on adjusting his breathing, and cut off the thoughts in his mind. At this moment, it was most taboo to let his mind wander.
He needs to focus.
Otherwise, if you don't pay attention, the two break points will pass by in the blink of an eye.
a district.
Bend your knees, bend over, and focus.
His eyes were firmly locked on Federer's movements, like a cheetah hiding in the jungle, his pupils carefully capturing the movements of his prey.
Start, instant.
Gawain had already rushed towards the backhand position——
interior angle.
Kick on the ground, turn sideways, fly.
Gao Wen's heart suddenly shrank, and he immediately realized that Federer's serve was excellent. It was completely flat, and his speed and power increased instantly.
Therefore, Gao Wen has changed from a two-handed backhand to a one-handed backhand, stretching out with all his strength, just hoping to complete the ball.
However.
Half a beat too slow.
It serves the inside corner at a speed of 212 kilometers per hour and accurately presses the T-point to achieve a perfect inside angle.
ACE!
Federer didn't give Gawain any chance.
ah!
Federer clenched his fists and roared. He needed such a crisp score, and also needed such a state at the critical moment to boost his sluggish morale.
So, he found it. In the predicament of declining physical fitness, ACE, who had not been seen for a long time, reappeared and took control of the situation immediately.
Moreover, the speed exceeded 210 kilometers per hour. Sure enough, Federer was still the same Federer.
"30:40".
The first one is redemption.
Gawain, expressionless, did not feel too sorry, because he knew that Federer had such ability and there was not much he could do.
However, Gawain still lowered his head and glanced at his legs——
Due to nervousness, my muscles were slightly tight, and I just didn't have enough force to push off the ground.
Of course, even if he stepped on it, he still couldn't catch the serve just now. Federer's serve was indeed impeccable; but Gao Wen needed to remind himself that his reaction speed would be reduced due to distraction due to excitement, nervousness or other emotions.
, then the situation may not be good.
He needs to be vigilant.
Look, Federer has already demonstrated his ability. No matter what, Federer can completely prevent Gawain from touching the ball.
So, it doesn’t mean anything, everything still needs to be down-to-earth and starting from scratch.
Second District.
In a short period of time, Gao Wen stabilized slightly and his eyes were fixed on Federer again.
Federer did not hesitate and maintained his usual rhythm even when faced with it——
One shot.
"Out of bounds!"
It is a pity that this outside corner with a speed of 205 kilometers per hour will go out of bounds.
Federer glanced at the landing point, confirmed that it was out of bounds, and then prepared for his second serve.
Now, Gao Wen had a chance to receive the second serve.
Therefore, Gao Wen moved forward slightly and advanced his receiving position. He had used this tactic in the first set and achieved good results. Now, Gao Wen once again showed his boldness and courage.
Second serve.
Close to the backhand.
In a sense, Federer still aimed at Gawain's backhand position, but because it was a second serve, he adjusted his strategy and adapted it according to Gawain's position, increasing friction and topspin, and the tennis ball bounced high.
Gawain did not retreat.
Not only not, but also continuing to move forward——
Learning from Federer now, although Gao Wen is not prepared to adopt the "SABR" tactic, he is also prepared to steal a second serve.
What if it fails?
Then it fails.
Gawain knew this, but he couldn't hesitate and restrain his hands because of it, otherwise he knew that he would not be able to win the game.
Take risks, take steps.
Gawain immediately felt the tennis ball coming towards him, and the hitting position was slightly higher than expected, but all these conditions were within the range of Gawain's expectations.
He didn't hesitate.
Use both hands to backhand, follow the forward posture of the body, and push gently.
This time, it's not a slash.
Instead, you use your own wrist to control the racket surface. You don't need to change the line yourself. You can use the upward step to push the tennis ball straight back.
Straight line, pressing Federer's forehand.
Above, Gawain and Federer's calculations have not stopped. Both of them are trying to break the rules and seize the advantage in the routine.
However, Gawain realized Federer's determination as soon as he took action.
Serve to the net.
Federer actually chose to serve and hit the net with his second serve.
Bold?
It's not just bold, it's downright crazy.
Even Federer himself rarely chooses to hit the net with his second serve, what's more?
But precisely because of this accident and suddenness, Federer quickly overturned the situation, seized the opportunity in the close encounter, and firmly grasped the initiative.
Gawain had already shot the ball, trying to break through Federer's forehand position. However, Federer was obviously prepared. He noticed that Gawain was trying to push the ball back deeper, so he moved and extended it. Before the tennis ball hit the ground, it was on the tennis ball.
On the falling curve, he completed an airborne volley.
A super, super difficult one-shot volley.
However, Federer was half a step away from his right foot, relying on his superb hand control with his forehand, pushing the tennis ball, pressing the parabola, and pushing back towards the deep area of Gawain's backhand, pushing Gawain to the ground in one fell swoop.
An awkward position.
Now, I feel uncomfortable——
Gao Wen could choose to go online or stand still, but whether it was a volley or a rebound, it was more difficult than Federer's shot.
Gawain can also choose to retreat, but not only will he lose his initiative and fall into passivity, but if he retreats a little slower, his hitting will be wrong.
The courage and courage that Federer showed above were so aggressive.
Gawain had no time to hesitate or adjust.
He retreats neatly and continuously, quickly opening up space. While his body retreats, his backhand hands are already pushed forward in the opposite direction.
The strength of the upper body and lower body formed a misalignment, but Gawain did not hesitate, and in a flash of lightning, he still completed a very difficult shot——