The referee's voice sounded over and over again, but to no avail. The whole place was filled with boos, which were overwhelming and continued to interfere with the progress of the game.
Match point, Gawain's serving point.
Unfortunately, Gauvin's first serve did not enter the zone, and then the Rod Laver Arena was filled with large boos, trying to disrupt the rhythm of Gauvin's serve.
Australian fans and Spanish fans obviously saw Nadal's incredible comeback, while neutral fans hoped to see the excitement and anxiety of the third set continue.
In the tie-break, anything is possible. After all, Gawain only holds a match point. What's more, if Gawain makes a direct double fault, the game will return to balance.
The boos were overwhelming.
The contrast between this scene and Nadal's second serve in the previous point is too sharp, and the gap is too huge.
Even Nadal couldn't stand it. He raised his racket and asked the fans to keep quiet——
Regardless of winning or losing, Nadal hopes to continue playing in a fair and equitable manner. He does not need or disdain others' help.
The Spanish fans and neutral fans understood immediately and applauded Nadal, and one or two stopped.
However, Australian fans refused to compromise.
"Siuuuuu..."
The boos came in waves, even crazier than the Spanish fans, who were ruining the game in their own way.
The boos that filled the entire stadium were vented towards Gawain in a mighty manner, as if the whole world was standing against him. The magnificence and majesty surrounded Gawain with open teeth and claws, and he stood in the middle of the stadium of the University of Nottingham.
, the height of 193 centimeters is as small as a matchstick.
"Quiet! Quiet! Quiet!"
The referee also got a little angry and scolded him three times in a row without even using polite words.
At the same time, security personnel once again appeared in the spectator stands, acting as a deterrent, and the situation was finally somewhat controlled.
"Ladies and gentlemen, when the players are ready to hit the ball, please do not make any noise to disrupt the order. Please observe basic watching etiquette. This is respect for the game and respect for the players."
The referee's words were very harsh. He was obviously very dissatisfied with the interference at such a critical moment. His harsh voice left no room for maneuver.
The atmosphere suddenly became solemn.
"In my personal opinion, this moment is an insult to this year's Australian Open and to this game. They used off-court distractions to destroy the excitement and beauty of the game itself."
"More importantly, Gao Wen gave a wonderful performance, especially in the third set. Facing Nadal, who was in a strong state, Gao Wen's performance is indeed commendable. He should win the applause of the scene, not the boos.
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"The lack of etiquette shown by the home audience is not a good thing for the Australian Open. The warm and hospitable Grand Slam should not be left in people's memory in such a way."
"This is undoubtedly very, very regrettable."
In the live broadcast room, not only Zhang Sheng and Wu Wensheng, but commentators from other countries also expressed similar views, and the passionate watching mood was interrupted.
This is very, very uncomfortable.
Jiang Yanyun was afraid to look at it.
Because the atmosphere was so tight that she could hardly detect the presence of oxygen; and she knew Nadal's ability. The game would not be over until the match point was fulfilled. When facing Nadal, never underestimate him.
The counterattack ability of the Spanish God of War——
After getting the match point, I became even more nervous, because hope was ignited, the dawn was bright, and the excitement and anticipation made my heart freeze in my throat.
And it’s not just Jiang Yanyun?
When she lowered her head, she saw Sampras and Agassi also putting their palms on their foreheads, their eyes hidden behind their palms.
Don't dare to look.
Precisely because they have experienced numerous storms and waves, they know better than anyone how difficult it is at match point.
On the court, the referee looked at Gao Wen and gestured with his head, indicating that the game could continue.
At this time, the game had been interrupted for nearly two minutes.
Gawain was about to serve when he heard a call from across the court, "Gawain?"
who is it?
Are there any more fans ready to disrupt Gao Wen's serving rhythm?
Gawain raised his head and saw Nadal raising his racket to signal. When their eyes crossed, Nadal asked.
"One shot?"
Obviously, Nadal also knew that this was unfair to Gawain. The interval between the first and second serves was too long, and the rhythm of serving was completely destroyed.
And this is not Gawain's fault.
Therefore, Nadal is willing to let Gao Wen serve again. Regardless of winning or losing, Nadal must face the results with dignity and fight to the end with integrity.
As long as Nadal and Gauvin reach a consensus, the referee will not stop it.
Gao Wen was slightly stunned. He didn't realize that there was such an operation. The smile on his lips rose and he waved to Nadal.
"Thanks, Rafa. But it doesn't matter."
Gao Wen is calm enough and accepts that interference from the audience is also part of the game. He has no way to control the home audience, and he can't expect every time the audience interferes, they expect to overturn it and start over again, right?
Nadal's courtesy and gentleman are worthy of respect; but Gao Wen should not accept it for granted, otherwise it may be really uncomfortable if other players refuse to do so in the future.
The second shot is the second shot.
Pah. Pah.
The brief chaos at the end of the game finally ended, and Gawain shot the ball again.
The whole place was completely silent, as if the heart had stopped beating.
However, Gawain was an exception. He was completely focused, calm and calm, and completed the preparations to serve step by step.
Bend your knees! Kneel off!
Throw the ball! Swing the racket!
On the second serve in the second area, Gao Wen did not choose to take risks. The impact of interference at the end of the game could still be seen more or less, so he chose to serve close to the forehand.
Be a little safer, make full use of the bounce, and increase the height after landing, because Gao Wen knows that Nadal, who is about four meters away from the baseline, will directly pull up the return serve.
really!
Nadal adjusted his steps slightly, pulled a strong topspin on his forehand, and rushed towards Gawain's backhand.
Gao Wen's prediction was very prepared, his steps were in time, and his backhand with both hands immediately connected with a small diagonal line. The whole force was fast and steady.
boom!
In an instant, the tennis ball returned to Nadal's forehand.
Nadal adjusted his steps slightly and immediately started attacking with his forehand, pulling out a slightly shallow outside corner of the pressure line and deliberately tearing the diagonal angle.
"Backhand VS Forehand".
This was also the main theme throughout today's game, and it was still the same at the end of the game.
Gawain has been prepared for this for a long time.
Tap tap tap.
With a series of small step adjustments, Gao Wen arrived in advance, and his two-handed backhand shot was very dexterous and light.
The previous beat was strong, and this beat is light.
Gawain did not take the initiative to exert force, but used his arm swing to further separate the angle of the shot. The return point landed in the service area, almost equivalent to an outside corner serve, and then made full use of external spin to pull Nadal out of the court.
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Nadal, the sword is unsheathed!
The iconic forehand outside-in straight line came out of the blue. Under the passive dilemma, he launched a counterattack. He passed through the net post from outside the doubles line, went around the boundary, and landed in the bottom line triangle of Gao Wen's forehand position.
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So amazing!
Fast and turning, rushing and deep, blood seals the throat!