Originally, Gao Wen completed an excellent return of serve, forcing Cilic to catch the rebound ball in a hurry, but the rebound ball unexpectedly turned out to be short, breaking expectations.
Accident!
Faced with an unexpected short ball, Gao Wen did not rush into the baseline to hit the ball in a panic. He simply adjusted his steps on the baseline, used cutting to control the landing point, and slowed down the rhythm.
Unlike Cilic, Gawain's cutting is fast and turning, with a very clear purpose. Not only does it hit the point very deep, almost close to the baseline, but it also adds a lot of backspin - which is very unfriendly to tall players.
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Most importantly, fall into the backhand position.
While Cilic was running wildly, he did not dare to be careless even when faced with a cut that lacked speed and power. He bent his knees, lowered his center of gravity, and hit a diagonal backhand to complete the return; but he still tried to make a return.
With some effort, the whole backhand push was deeper, hoping to suppress Gawain.
Obviously, this is not enough.
Gao Wen completed the move in a few small steps, and prepared the backhand with both hands. With one push and one push, the entire swing accelerated instantly and all the power was released.
boom!
Gao Wen seized the opportunity and took the initiative to attack, and asked for a more remote and dangerous landing point on the backhand position, and mobilized Cilic out of the court——
Choosing a diagonal line instead of a straight line is also to open up the situation on the batting line. You can't dominate the world with one line.
boom!
The tennis ball landed on the sideline, only half a step away from the baseline. It was not only deep, but also deflected, directly forcing Cilic's stance back.
Cilic is already standing on the edge of the cliff. Choosing to cut again is the best plan, but Cilic also knows that even if he completes the chip, he has lost his position because his footsteps must leave the singles line before he can hit the ball.
Cutting back at this point is basically equivalent to surrendering.
At the critical moment, Cilic also showed the same domineering and courageous spirit as in the semi-final against Federer.
Tap tap tap.
Cilic took small steps in succession and immediately raised his backhand with both hands.
When Gawain saw this, he immediately realized something was wrong——
The trap he created must have predicted his opponent's counterattack in advance, but Cilic's hitting action at this time broke his guess.
The accident happened again, and the alarm bell sounded.
However, Cilic did not observe Gawain's position at all. The force of kicking the ground was transmitted through the movement of straightening his knees. He turned and rushed forward, and already hit the backhand with both hands.
It can be seen from the swing movement that it is still a push and block. It is still difficult for Cilic to exert strong force on the backhand position. He relies more on the reaction force to complete the push and block. However, the swing of the forearm obviously increases the speed and moves the racket head.
The whip-swinging power increases——
straight line!
Gawain made a judgment immediately, started his steps immediately, and sprinted horizontally at full speed, but as soon as he started, he could already see the tennis ball flying out.
It’s actually a straight backhand line!
This is not the first time Cilic has tried a straight backhand. In some low-risk shot opportunities, Cilic will occasionally choose a straight line in a planned way; but this is the first time Cilic has chosen a straight line on the edge of a critical score.
With a straight backhand and a desperate shot, you can immediately feel Cilic's courage and courage in defeating Federer in the semifinals.
Attacking often requires exactly this determination and confidence!
boom!
The tennis ball evolved into a straight line and rushed over!
In bounds!
Gao Wen didn't even need to look at the linesman to know that this time Cilic fought hard, but he still didn't give up and sprinted at full speed.
Kick, kick, kick!
Kick, kick, kick!
Gao Wen's speed has reached the extreme, but Cilic's use of strength was very beautiful. Gao Wen's proactive attack made Cilic's adventure possible, so that Gao Wen's prediction in advance and starting in advance was still poor.
A little bit.
That's too late!
At this time, it was too late to swing the racket! So Gao Wen simply made a split motion and barely fished the racket with his forehand in the same way as fishing for the moon from the bottom of the sea.
Moon ball!
In the extreme dilemma, this is Gawain's only choice, and then the flight arc of the tennis ball jumps up.
High pressure ball opportunity!
Cilic stepped forward immediately, ready to seize the opportunity of high-pressure ball to score the winning point, but he had just crossed the half-court and then started to retreat——
The curvature of Gawain's moon ball and the control feel were so delicate and amazing that all the spectators who were watching this scene couldn't help but exclaimed, and the next second their hearts curled up, staring at the tennis ball intently:
In bounds? Or out of bounds?
Cilic constantly adjusted his steps and took small steps to find the hitting position. The risk of high pressure in the air was too great, so landing high pressure was the wise choice.
Then you can see the tennis ball falling about the width of a tennis ball in the middle of the baseline.
Huh!
Everyone held their breath involuntarily, because Gao Wen's moon ball control was perfect. Not only did he deeply suppress Cilic, but the landing point also restricted Cilic's high-pressure ball line selection. Under extremely difficult circumstances, Gao Wen's ball control was perfect.
Wen used his unparalleled touch to gain a glimmer of hope for himself.
Next, it’s up to Cilic.
Kick the ground! Turn! Swing your arms! High pressure!
It was almost equivalent to a serve. Cilic still completed the shot carefully and concentratedly, and then you can see the tennis ball jumping over with great force, mixed with layers of huge waves, and pounced on Gawain with claws and teeth.
Middle road.
Cilic also carefully chose the high pressure in the middle. It seems that he is not pursuing the winning point, but preparing to suppress Gao Wen and seek opportunities in the next shot. Otherwise, such a tricky high-pressure ball handling may directly lead to mistakes.
At this moment, Cilic's stability and conservatism can be seen.
What about Gawain?
The ball came very quickly, but Gao Wen's footwork adjustment was also very poor. He adjusted his position with two consecutive side movements like an elegant waltz, and completed the lead shot early with his forehand.
However!
Just when he was about to take the shot, his forehand changed the way he held the racket. As soon as everything was cut, the strong wrist force made a cutting motion downwards, and then you could see the tennis ball spinning and flying past at high speed.
Whizzing.
Whizzing!
"Damn it!"
Cilic's foul language came out immediately——
small ball!
Facing Cilic's strong pressure, Gao Wen actually chose to let the ball go!
Grass! Grass, grass, grass!
Cilic kicked his feet hard and tried to rush forward, but because he did not expect that Gao Wen would choose a small ball tactic, he was obviously out of balance at the beginning, his steps were messy, and his speed and rhythm could not keep up——
Can't catch up.
Although Cilic was still running wildly, the entire audience knew that he could not catch up.
Pa pa pa pa pa pa pa……
The tennis ball had already bounced three times, and then rolled all the way towards Cilic. Cilic slowed down, helplessly looked at the tennis ball that had stopped bouncing and started rolling, and drooped his shoulders in depression.
Break, success!
Wow!
In an instant, the audience burst into thunderous applause, roaring mountains and tsunami waves poured down, bursting with incredible energy, and the bright five-star red flag fluttered in the audience!
