Harnett knows that at this stage, everyone is on hold and no one will reveal their cards easily. Presumably Tobias will not be in a hurry to make a choice. Anyway, Gawain has already entered the top four. There is no harm in waiting and seeing. If Gawain really
If you can..., then...
They need patience and courage.
Only correct market assessment and positioning can help them seize the opportunity in this war for Gao Wen. They cannot act too hastily.
But Harnett also knew that it was very foolish for them to just sit there and wait for news. It was impossible to do nothing. More importantly, what did they need to do?
really.
Less than five minutes after Gao Wen won the match point, Adidas immediately held a small meeting with high-level and middle-level leaders. They needed to sort out information and organize strategies. Perhaps Gao Wen was the key to regaining their competitiveness in the entire tennis market.
——
And it’s not just the Chinese market.
Now Harnett finally understands why Tobias did not sign with Nike directly, but instead approached them and provided them with an opportunity.
Adidas missed once, but will never allow it to miss a second time.
After discussion, the senior leaders asked Harnett to speak to Tobias on the spot to test Tobias's attitude and tone.
When the call was connected, Gao Wen's post-match press conference was in progress. One of them was at the scene and the other was watching the live broadcast on the TV screen.
"...For the upcoming semi-finals, you may face Djokovic or Murray. What are your thoughts now?"
"I'm sorry, I'm not sure I should be discussing this now. Obviously my brain hasn't left today's game and is on strike. I'm not sure what nonsense I will say and then wake up tomorrow morning and see the headlines.
A head full of questions: Is this what I said?"
Seeing Gao Wen's lively and humorous conversation, the reporters burst into laughter, and the press conference was like a talk show.
Through the TV screen, you can see the grand scene of the No. 1 Press Conference Hall. At this time, the entire space has been crowded. Not only have all the seats been filled, but you can also see reporters standing happily on both sides. The figures in the screen have been filled.
It fills every corner of the field of vision, as if it is about to overflow at any moment.
Such a grand occasion was not so exaggerated even in 2009 when Del Potro defeated Nadal and Federer in consecutive upsets to win the championship.
However, in the face of such a surging crowd, Gao Wen remained calm and calm, showing a different style from the competition.
To be honest, even the post-match press conferences of Federer or Serena Williams were not so lively. What is certain is that Gao Wen did show his star style, and his sharp-edged and sunny personal image has already added too many points.
Already.
Then Harnett heard Tobias' relaxed voice coming from the other end of the phone, "David, I'm working."
"I know, but I believe that Gawain can handle the press conference. It will be difficult for all those reporters to break through his blockade, so you can take a short rest." Harnett joked lightly, still maintaining his attitude.
My own calmness——
But it has to be said that the mental positions of the two people are completely different.
Tobias chuckled, "David, you didn't call just to praise Gawain, did you?"
"Why not?" Harnett said matter-of-factly, "I just called Gawain specifically to congratulate him."
"Oh, thank you." Tobias obviously didn't believe it.
Harnett said very seriously, "John, to be honest, I hope Gao Wen can win this game. After all, if Kei Nishikori wins, it has nothing to do with us. He has obviously been tied to Uniqlo for life, but Gao Wen
Wen is different, he still has endless possibilities."
This is the truth, absolutely the truth.
Tobias pursed his lips slightly, laughter rolled in his chest, and then nodded in agreement. He believed that Harnet was telling the truth, "Thank you, I also believe that Gawain has unlimited possibilities."
"John, can I go to the training ground tomorrow to watch Gawain train? You know, I also hope to get up close and personal with this young man who has created miracles." Harnett quietly sent out a friendly signal.
In fact, they all know the real purpose behind these phone calls and these actions, but the important thing is not the hidden purpose, but the execution method.
Adidas believes that they need to show sincerity and cannot be too hasty. They must approach slowly and step by step.
How could Tobias refuse, "Of course there is no problem, I will send Gawain's training time and venue location later."
"How do you feel now?" Harnett still probed a little. He and Tobias still have a good relationship. "Honestly, John, did you really expect this?"
"Of course not." Tobias's answer was very straightforward, "I did see some qualities and potential in Gawain, but you and I both know that there are too many uncertainties in competitive sports. If someone is sure that he
If you see the superstar of tomorrow, you must be talking nonsense."
In fact, Tobias told Harnett similar words last time, but Harnett didn't believe it at the time because he knew that Tobias's words were correct at this moment.
"What did you see?" Harnett was finally willing to listen, although it was a little too late.
Tobias showed a smile, "Faith."
"David, I see belief. You can see this from his game, from his conversation, from his handling of things, etc. This is also the most special part of his playing temperament."
Harnett knew that this was metaphysics——
The so-called talents and characteristics of a player, sometimes if they succeed, they are the key to success; sometimes if they fail, then they are irrelevant, just like "success learning", it just works for some people.
Then it has no effect on others.
Precisely because there are so many uncertainties in competitive sports, it is difficult to say in just a few words whether talent can be realized and what heights it can reach.
But Harnett still couldn't help but think of the last point of today's game between Gawain and Kei Nishikori. Perhaps faith is a real temperament.
"As for this Grand Slam, everything was accomplished by Gawain himself and has nothing to do with me." Tobias remained awake and did not regard himself as a bole, "David, you should take a look at Gawain's training.
, you will know that many things are indeed accidental, but behind the accidents there is often necessity hidden."
Hartnett agreed, "I can't wait to get to practice tomorrow."
The two exchanged simple greetings for a few more words, and Harnett stopped it without saying anything more, "Congratulations to Gawain again, today's game is really exciting."
When he hung up the phone, Gawain was speaking on the TV screen, and Harnett didn't speak. He joined the entire conference room and stared at the screen.