Chapter 1917 Stimulating Motivation
Bottom-line ability, unparalleled in the world——
This is the weapon that Djokovic used to win his place in the professional tennis world. Even among the Big Four, his ability to hold his own is top-notch.
However! In the first game of today's match, Djokovic showed a completely different side. His baseline hitting ability is still strong, but it is slightly different from the past two years. He has some of the style that won three Grand Slams in the 2011 season. He dares to shoot, suppress and attack, especially his forehand is very sharp.
You can tell at first glance that this is a completely new match, different from the final at Melbourne Park at the beginning of the year, and there is no similarity to the six encounters so far.
The world's number one, come prepared.
Across the net, when Djokovic finally converted his break point with a winning point, he didn't cheer or roar, but clenched his fists.
He stared at Gawain with burning eyes.
The burning fighting spirit in his eyes is both a declaration of war and a declaration.
He was not prepared to continue his losing streak, to lose to the same opponent in a Grand Slam final for the second time in a year, or to lose momentum in the battle for world No. 1. Most importantly, he was not prepared to admit defeat in front of Arthur Ashe's fans.
The cheering at the beginning really ignited Djokovic's fighting spirit.
then.
This was Djokovic's response.
One speed-up, one force-increasing, one impact...
It’s not that Djokovic can’t do it, but Djokovic has gradually become accustomed to finding his comfort zone in the tug-of-war, that’s all; but if necessary, Djokovic can speed up and change the rhythm at any time. He has such ability and courage.
That look, full of fighting spirit! Smoke and sparks instantly filled the Arthur Ashe Stadium.
So, what about Gawain?
The corners of the mouth slightly raised, and the smile bloomed little by little, without any regret, no depression, no lowness, no frustration, no panic, and no retreat.
Nothing. Nothing.
Not only that, but he was also secretly excited.
Djokovic came prepared, is Gawain just going to sit there and wait for death?
Obviously not.
Since this is the final, Gao Wen is looking forward to a more difficult and arduous challenge. Only when Djokovic bursts out with 120% of his energy and advances to the Super Saiyan form, such a final will be more interesting and more exciting. The taste of blood on the tip of his tongue makes his blood boil.
The eyes collided across the air, and the air in the whole place froze for a moment.
Just one brief contact.
Then, they both moved aside and walked towards the rest area, preparing to change venues and continue the game after the first game.
When the two players passed each other beside the referee's chair, neither of them looked at each other. They lowered their eyes and concentrated their attention. One could clearly feel the tension and tightness spreading all over. The rolling low pressure suppressed the noise and cheers in the stadium, making it hard to breathe.
In the second game, Djokovic served.
Gao Wen, how should we adjust our tactics? The answer is, we are not going to adjust them.
Indeed, after being broken, one should fight back on the spot and break back as quickly as possible to avoid widening the score. This is also the strategy that Gao Wen is going to implement.
However, from the technical and tactical level of tennis, Gao Wen is not prepared to adjust.
For now, no rush.
Djokovic's start did bring some surprises, but if Gawain changed his tactics in a hurry, it would be equivalent to being caught up in Djokovic's rhythm, which might disrupt his own layout and plan.
Moreover, Gao Wen still needs to observe. Objectively speaking, such an aggressive style of play is not typical of Djokovic. Even in the 2011 season, he would not be so aggressive. So, what is the strategy at the beginning? How is Djokovic's tactics arranged?
This requires time and patience.
In a Grand Slam tournament, which is a best-of-five set format, there is no need to panic just because you lose your serve at the beginning.
Therefore, Gao Wen was still prepared to follow his own plan and do everything step by step.
really!
In the second game, Djokovic's overall sense of pressure was significantly weakened.
Although Djokovic still ensures the aggressiveness of his shot selection, his connection and impact have declined significantly. The reason is very simple: he is not a big cannon who relies on serve ping-pong to open his serve situation.
Of course, Djokovic can also serve more than a dozen aces in a game, and can also create a series of direct serves, but these serves rely on calculation, layout, lines, breaking the routine, etc. Speed and power are not his weapons, so the tactics of the serve are also different.
However, it can be seen from the choice of hitting lines that, at least in the opening stage, Djokovic did not intend to prolong the round. He would often try to break his regular line routine to establish an advantage on the fifth and sixth shots and end a round as quickly as possible.
This scene seems familiar.
McEnroe had the answer.
"...From the current situation, Djokovic is using Kovan's way to deal with Kovan, which is really rare."
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"This year, in Melbourne, Indian Wells and Miami, Kovan defeated Djokovic three times in a row, proving that he has the ability to compete with the world No. 1 at the baseline and even be better than him. At least on hard courts, Kovan has indeed reached the level of a giant."
“But the key to truly breaking the balance is Gao Wen’s courage, the courage to take action, the courage to plan, and the courage to break the balance.”
"This is also the unique competitive temperament of young people. Federer, Nadal and Murray, as they grow older, naturally do not have it."
"Now, Djokovic is also using this tactic to break the balance and try to gain the upper hand in this final."
"We have said it more than once before, the greatness of the Big Four lies in the fact that they are very capable, but at the same time, they are also motivating each other to improve and enhance. Each encounter can become a nutrient for growth, and they achieve glory driven by a champion's heart."
"I didn't expect that Gao Wen has now entered such a circle, stimulating Djokovic, who currently has a record of one win and five losses and is far behind, to take the lead in making changes."
“Wow!”
"I have to say that Djokovic's personal ability is indeed excellent, and he had the upper hand in the opening stage."
As he spoke, Djokovic clenched his fist again.
Same as the first game.
Djokovic saved a break point and cashed in on the third game point to successfully hold his serve.
Started at “2:0”.
"Although Gawain still held on tightly to the match, both players had chances to take the lead in the first two games, but Djokovic's innovation and growth in technical and tactical aspects successfully suppressed his opponent, and both games ended with Djokovic's victory."
"It can be seen now that this men's singles final will be as exciting as the semi-final between Gawadzukic and Federer."
"Djokovic has already made his move at the beginning and proved his belief and determination. Now it depends on how Gawaddy responds."
Audiences familiar with Gao Wen know that this player has a big heart and a wise brain. Never underestimate Gao Wen's fighting spirit.
This time, McEnroe was right.
Gao Wen, start to fight back.
(End of this chapter)