Tap. Tap. Tap.

As soon as he started walking, Djokovic realized that he had stepped into a trap.

Obviously, Gao Wen had guessed that Djokovic's physical fitness was facing a crisis. The ball-looping entanglement was actually a strategy of hitting the ball at a constant speed to reduce consumption, so he conducted a test, seized Djokovic's psychology of trying to hide the secret, and fully mobilized Djokovic.

This was the case in the previous point, Djokovic could have given up chasing that ball, but he still did.

The same is true for this point. It would be wise for Djokovic to give up the pursuit, but...

No wonder! Everyone always says that Gao Wen's ability to interpret the game, grasp the opportunity, and read the situation is indeed top-notch.

The more difficult the situation, the more one can see Gawain's calmness and wisdom. He did not give up the fight even when standing on the edge of the cliff.

but!

Is that it for Djokovic?

Just surrender after stepping into the trap? Obviously, this is not Djokovic's style. Even if he has stepped into the trap, Djokovic can still stick to himself in the chaos.

Small ball is difficult, but in Djokovic's opinion, it is not perfect.

Because Gawain was prepared to dig a trap to fish when he hit the ball. He obviously did not intend to kill Djokovic with a short ball. He still left some space for hitting the ball so that Djokovic could continue to chase the ball. Therefore, this also means that Djokovic still has space to hit the ball.

If Djokovic can win this point and overturn Gawain's plan, then the situation will be completely reversed. Who will have the last laugh? Push off the ground.

Slide.

Extension.

Djokovic bought himself some time to hit the ball, and flicked it with a two-handed backhand.

A very skillful shot.

Moreover, the line selection also has its considerations.

Djokovic did not choose to play the short ball back, nor did he choose the deep area of ​​the baseline. Instead, he picked a half-court ball in the middle direction that was neither up nor down.

"Trap vs Trap".

Djokovic fought back.

He noticed Gawain's steps as he cut into the baseline and went to the net. The reason was simple: Gawain's short ball was designed so as not to leave much space for Djokovic. If Djokovic was preparing to counterattack, it was highly likely that he would hit the ball diagonally, so Gawain moved up in a straight line.

Indeed, Djokovic's hitting space is very limited, and he must find the return line from the lowest position in the center of the net, otherwise it may go into the net.

In fact, Djokovic did choose to return the ball from the lowest position in the center of the net, but not diagonally, but by pulling the diagonal line back to the middle.

Although Djokovic needed to sacrifice spin, speed, power, etc. to pursue a line, the landing point fell cleverly on Gao Wen's upper step.

——The ball bounces near my feet.

This is the difficult problem that Djokovic left for Gao Wen, and it cannot be a forehand shot, it must be a backhand shot, which doubles the difficulty.

In a flash, the two players' minds had completed hundreds of calculations and games, traps and counterattacks, layouts and responses.

Then, the tennis ball had already landed half a step away from Gawain's left leg, and his continued forward steps pulled his center of gravity forward. He was about to overtake, and the hitting point would fall behind him. It would become more difficult to hit the ball with both hands backhand, which was almost an impossible task.

Pause, brake.

One hand, one block.

In a hurry, Gao Wen had no time to think. He subconsciously stretched out the racket, held it in his right hand, cut to the left, twisted his body to the side, and the racket hit the ground at an angle. He was unable to swing the racket or exert force, and waited for the tennis ball to hit the strings after it hit the ground and bounced.

Bang.

With a crisp sound, the tennis ball hit the racket like a ping-pong ball, and without stopping or breathing, it flew out with its tail dragging.

Details, the test at this time is the details——

The angle of the racket face, the hardness and softness of the wrist, the stability of the center of gravity, etc.

Everything happened in a fraction of a second. Before I could even close my eyelids, the tennis ball had already completed all the operations on its own.

straight line.

Arc.

Seeing Gawain staggering and swaying, but using the strength of his waist and abdomen to control his body, for a moment, just a brief moment.

Then, the mustard yellow rose high like a rainbow bridge and leaped into the backcourt in a straight line.

Whoosh! Huh! The reaction speed of Arthur Ashe Stadium was really slow. They were still marveling at Djokovic's delicate handling of the tennis ball, but Gawain's improvisation had already completed the return. Then thousands of eyes watched Djokovic jump, move, and leap into the air.

Djokovic made a flying dive with his arms fully stretched out, his body rushing forward and close to the net, trying to intercept the tennis ball on its rising trajectory.

Time and space, still, holding my breath——

Djokovic is flying, Gawain is adjusting, the tennis ball is rising, and countless eyes are fixed on the tennis ball, climbing along with the light and shadow.

A little bit, and then a little bit more.

Then.

The tennis ball just passed over Djokovic's racket, broke through the blockade, and leaped into the vast ocean behind with a "rip".

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From Djokovic to Gawain to the entire audience, all eyes were fixed on the tennis ball, and the pull of gravity made it fall quickly and embrace the blue.

Pop.

It was the sound of something landing and also the sound of waves.

Within the boundaries.

The ocean roared.

Wow! The whole audience went wild.

“Wow.”

“This point!”

"Wow. Gawain once again showed his big heart. In such a critical and difficult situation, he relied on tactics and skills to find a breakthrough for the second consecutive point. His unexpected shot choice completely broke Djokovic's tactical layout and found another way to reverse the disadvantage and gain a firm foothold."

"incredible!"

“Wow, this is unbelievable!”

"Now, Gao Wen has the game point."

"Even though we have witnessed the miracle of Melbourne Park earlier this year, this scene can still bring shock and excitement.

"The situation is still at a stalemate."

"Gao Wen is fighting back, trying to reduce the suspense of the final set. From what we can see so far, Gao Wen has come up with some ideas."

"The game is not over, dear audience, the game is not over yet!"

Djokovic watched the tennis ball land with regret on his face. He was almost there, just a little bit away from overturning Gawain's trap.

pity!

But Djokovic remained calm, composed, and kept his breathing steady, trying his best to avoid revealing any emotion, and turned back to the baseline without making a sound.

Across the net, Gao Wen didn't notice Djokovic's performance at all. He did the same, turning around to hide his breathing rhythm.

He secretly clenched his fists and adjusted his breathing to slow down his heartbeat. His brain was buzzing with noise. He needed to calm down and focus all his attention on himself.

The situation was stalemate and tense. Both Gawain and Djokovic were breaking through their limits, trying to continue the game in their own way. It was no longer a contest on the tactical or technical level, but a collision of spirit, will and wisdom, entering a whole new level.

"AD:40".

One point. Gawain still needs one more point, so he focuses on the one point in front of him.