Chapter 1977 The Value of Friends

In fact, Vienna is really ambitious this year——

The event attracted major sponsorship, and the total prize money officially surpassed Basel, becoming the European indoor hard court season event with the second highest remuneration after the Paris Masters. At the same time, starting from different aspects such as hardware and software, it successfully proved itself and upgraded from a 250-point event to a 500-point level.

Austria is trying to learn from the successful experiences of countries such as the Czech Republic and Italy to cultivate an excellent tennis environment and nurture more outstanding young players.

Everything is ready, only the east wind is missing.

If Vienna hopes to become the second-best tournament in the European indoor hardcourt season after the Paris Masters, they will face a daunting challenge:

Basel.

With two trump cards in Federer and Wawrinka, plus the joining of Nadal, Basel's appeal in the European indoor hard court season is truly unparalleled. Other tournaments can only look up to it. Even if it is just a tournament with 500 points, the attendance rate may be better than that of the Masters.

So, how should Vienna fare against Basel?

—Gawain! That’s the answer.

On the one hand, starting from business, Vienna established close contact with Tobias.

On the one hand, starting from the emotional point of view, Vienna persuaded Tim to take action. After all, wouldn’t it be foolish not to make good use of this innate advantage?

Unfortunately, they still don't understand Tim.

This honest man surrendered himself before he had the chance to convince Gawain, so he was really of no help. At most, he just played the role of a mouthpiece. This was already Tim's limit. He really didn't want to use his personal relationship to exchange some interests.

"...I'm not going to agree to it anyway, so there's no need for you to feel too guilty."

Gawain quipped jokingly.

Tim had no intention of continuing to persuade, but instead breathed a sigh of relief and nodded repeatedly in agreement.

The look on his face clearly said, "I have completed the task, and the rest is none of my business. If Gawain doesn't want to, then there's no need to force him." He looked like a hands-off boss, wishing he could get rid of this hot potato as soon as possible, turn the page, and pretend that what happened just now had never happened.

"Yeah." Tim responded, changing the subject abruptly, "So, what's next? Footwork training? Does your ankle still need some recovery training?"

"Yes, some basic training is needed." Gao Wen nodded in affirmation, "But, Domi, are you really not going to convince me again?"

Tim looked at Gawain, confused.

Gawain burst out laughing.

Pranks are only fun if the other party cooperates with them; for an honest person like Tim, pranks are not only unfunny, but also make people feel guilty.

Obviously, Tim didn't hear the teasing and joking in Gawain's previous words at all.

In the end, Gawain was defeated. This situation was not suitable for continued jokes. "Since you asked, of course I have to go. If I go to Vienna, you, as the landlord, should treat me well, right?"

Tim: ... "Gawain, you..."

Gao Wen raised the corner of his mouth, "We are friends. What are friends for? They are there to help you at critical moments. Your hometown is calling you. How can I not give you face?"

Seeing that Gawain seemed to be really ready to agree, Tim became flustered. "No, Gawain, really, no need. You don't have to change your schedule."

"Haha." Gao Wen laughed out loud.

Looking at Tim who couldn't laugh, Gao Wen laughed even more happily.

Finally, he managed to control himself. "Domi, I was planning to compete in Vienna or Basel. I didn't change my schedule. It was a matter of choosing one or the other. But Roger hasn't called me until now, so..."

Tim thought about it seriously and said, "How about you wait a little longer? Maybe Roger will call?"

The honest man was indeed an honest man. He did not appreciate Gawain's joke at all, which made Gawain laugh and cry. "Why, I am going to Vienna, and you don't welcome me?"

Tim waved his hands.

Gawain smiled with satisfaction and nodded, "So, what are the places worth visiting in Vienna? The Golden Hall? Schönbrunn Palace? If I remember correctly, you were born in Vienna, right?"

Tim also regained his enthusiasm. "Yes, I was born in the New Town of Vienna. All the attractions you mentioned are in the Old Town, which is also the heart of Vienna's historical heritage. If you are interested, I can be your tour guide, although I am not that familiar with it, haha."

As he spoke, Tim himself started laughing.

"Schönbrunn Palace. I only went there once when I was very young."

"But, Gawain, are you sure it's okay?"

After just two sentences, Tim became nervous again, even more nervous than Gawain.

Gao Wen did not continue to explain, but changed his way of expression, "So, are you going to the Imperial Capital or Neon this year? On behalf of the Imperial Capital, I would like to extend a warm welcome. If you come to the Imperial Capital to compete, I can take you to see the Great Wall. To be honest, I haven't had the chance to go to the Great Wall myself."

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"Is this true? You've never been to the Great Wall?"

"My hometown is in the south, far away from the imperial capital. When I was a child, transportation was not so developed. It took thirty hours to take a train from my hometown to the imperial capital."

"Huh! Thirty hours?"

"Haha, I swear I'm not exaggerating."

"Yes, China is so big."

"If you come, I can also take advantage of it and visit the Great Wall. Oh, and we can also bring Milos and Gregor along."

As he chattered on, the atmosphere became warm and relaxed again without him noticing. The smile returned to Tim's face, and he even became more and more excited as he talked.

Soon after——

The Vienna Open has announced this year's registration list, with Gawain, Dimitrov and Raonic among the names on the list.

One stone can cause a thousand ripples!

Although the youth storm gradually hit a bottleneck after the excitement in the first half of the year, it has regained its momentum in New York and is still the most noteworthy topic of ATP this year. Young people led by Gao Wen are growing rapidly.

Now, the competition between the youth storm and the group of "old guys" has unfolded in another form, and reporters from all major media outlets are all very happy.

Originally, Basel was the only team that stood out in the European indoor hard court season, with its influence and discussion second only to the Paris Masters. It was far ahead in the 500-point tournament and had no rivals at all. It was precisely because of this that Valencia was never able to turn the situation around and was downgraded to a 250-point tournament, with Vienna taking over the responsibility of the confrontation.

Unexpectedly, Vienna really did it! When Djokovic was still not announcing his European Indoor Hard Court schedule, he successfully persuaded Gao Wen to open the situation with a youth storm. In an instant, the competition in the European Indoor Hard Court season became hot.

Of course, Basel, with Federer, Nadal and Wawrinka, remains unshakable, but Vienna's rising momentum is also worth looking forward to.

The younger generation with Gao Wen as the core is also slowly rising. It is not just one or two people, but they are showing the united strength of an entire generation.

Outside the arena, an invisible business competition is also unfolding, and Gawain is slowly showing his influence in changing the world.

(End of this chapter)