Gawain took a long, long breath, adjusted his breathing, and stayed focused.
Everything happened too fast and too hastily.
From learning that Raonic was determined to withdraw from the game, to coming on as a substitute, to going to the training ground to warm up and practice, and then turning around to prepare for the game.
Everything happened within four hours, which is obviously different from any other game——
For other games, the schedule is fixed, and you can know it one day in advance, and then adjust according to the game time, and move towards the stadium step by step; but now everything is rushing in, and the whole mood is naturally different.
With the debut of the year-end finals and the overwhelming attention, everything became even more exciting.
Previously, all attention was focused on the current matter. The excitement of the appearance and the excitement of the battle occupied the brain, leaving no room for thinking.
Now, standing at the entrance of the players' tunnel, preparing to go on stage, disturbing thoughts are spreading.
But Sampras told Gowan that this is part of the game.
In Grand Slam tournaments, because of the best-of-five sets and natural weather, the uncertainty of the match time is further amplified, and accidents may also increase.
If the previous game continues to be delayed, it may ruin all subsequent games.
Sometimes the organizers do nothing and just keep the players waiting, so that the game is moved to the next day.
Sometimes, the organizer will make arrangements in advance, adjust the competition venue, or simply cancel some events.
Sometimes, players finish warm-up and arrive at the court to wait for their order, but the game is not over yet, so that their muscles have cooled down and they have to return to the gym to warm up again, and then return to the court to wait. As a result, the game is still not over. So.
Warm up in this way three or four times to form a cycle——
It all affects the feel, state, mentality, concentration, etc.
But the key is that this is a part of the game that every player may face and needs to face.
Gao Wen has only entered the professional arena for less than half a year, and his lack of experience is still on the table, so it is also a good thing to experience some things and grow up quickly.
"Just do what you've been doing and focus on training and competing. That's the best way."
Sampras believes in Gawain.
After what happened, their entire team was still in a bit of a hurry, but Gawain was always highly focused, which made him feel relieved.
Now, all Gawain needs to do is focus on fighting.
Breathe deeply, breathe deeply again.
Then, Gawain closed his eyes and carefully felt his heart beating wildly. It was because of anticipation, enthusiasm, and excitement that the heartbeat was so raging.
After calming down, my five senses gradually became clearer, and the turbulence and madness in the air became real and concrete, as if a wild tango was rising on the surface of my skin. The magnificence and noise of the O2 Arena collided with hot sparks, transforming into...
Make little by little particles, drill them into the blood vessels along the pores, and then——
Burning.
From the Grand Slam to the Masters to the year-end finals, the dream is moving forward step by step, one "first" after another, and "history" again and again, and the pace never stops.
The sword debate in Huashan will be staged soon.
Then, all he needs to do now is only one thing:
Get on the court, swing the bat, and hit the ball.
Sweat, bloom freely, and fight to the end!
"...Gentlemen and ladies, let us welcome Gao...wen..." with a round of applause.
Inside the stadium, a burst of noise came from far and near, accompanied by applause and cheers, like a roaring mountain and a tsunami, and the world became brighter together.
tread.
Gawain took steps, one step after another, and then his concentration returned little by little. When he opened his eyes, he could see the dazzling blue light intertwined in the entire venue, creating the most magnificent and magnificent scene in the world.
scene.
first step.
This is his first step to stand at the O2 Arena in the year-end finals, just like Arthur Ashe Stadium. Likewise, this will definitely not be the last step.
The soles of my feet feel the solidity from the ground, and then they become firmer and lighter as I walk.
First it was Gawain, then Kei Nishikori.
The entire audience burst into applause, and even broke out into the most solemn and noisy heat wave since the first five days of the game, which deeply placed the audience's high expectations.
"...CCTV, CCTV..."
"What we are live broadcasting for you now is..."
"...at the O2 Arena in London..."
"This duel was supposed to be between Raonic..."
"...The new US Open champion comes on the bench..."
The TV frequency has been woven into a big network, covering every corner of the world. The commentators are busy introducing the game situation, including the ins and outs of Gawain's appearance, including the past battles between Gawain and Nishikori Kei, including the current situation.
The qualifying situation of Group B, etc.
The rain is about to come, and the wind is blowing all over the house.
On the court, Gawain and Kei Nishikori have completed the pre-match handshake and coin guessing session and officially entered the warm-up phase.
Guessing the coin, Nishikori Kei guessed the coin correctly. He chose the court on the right side, which also meant that he was the first to receive the serve——
Deja vu.
Because the same was true in the quarterfinals of the US Open. Kei Nishikori guessed the coin and then chose to receive the serve. It cannot be said to be very similar, it can only be said to be exactly the same.
Then?
Then, Gao Wen fell behind at "0:40" in his first service game and sent three consecutive break points. After saving two, he was still broken.
Whether it is now or in the distant future, Kei Nishikori's game is always the same. His super breaking ability, struggling ability to hold serve, peaks and troughs are always the same; and 2014 was the starting point of Kei Nishikori's peak state.
His breaking ability is top-notch, so he is naturally confident.
It can be said that among the new generation of male players, the game of most players - such as Raonic - is based on their own serve. However, Kei Nishikori is a small minority. His game is
It is based on the receiving and serving game, and the quality of the state is determined by the receiving and serving.
Gawain, I'm mentally prepared.
Pah. Pah. Pah.
The sound of hitting the ball echoed in the O2 Arena. The echo was extremely clear, as if it could hit the chest directly. The packed stands further amplified the echo effect, from vision to hearing to even the touch of the skin, all details
All show differences.
Last week, the Accor Arena could accommodate 15,000 spectators; this week, the O2 Arena could accommodate 20,000 spectators. There is also a huge difference in the adaptability of the entire stadium.
"There is another very noteworthy detail in this game."
"For Gao Wen, this is the first time he has stood on the O2 Arena, and it is also the first time in his career that he has appeared on such an important stage as the year-end finals."
"Although Kei Nishikori on the other side of the net is also a recruit in the year-end finals, he has already faced two giant players at the O2 Arena."
"In terms of experience and feelings, Kei Nishikori undoubtedly has the upper hand, which also poses more challenges to Gawain..."
In the studio, Tong Kexin's words were still ringing in his ears, but things were already changing on the court.
"40:0".
In the blink of an eye, Gao Wen had already scored three points in a row to establish an advantage.