The rhythm, from fast to slow, from slow to fast, the combination of fast and slow, the switching of fast and slow, the collision between you and me fully demonstrates the rhythmic charm of tennis.

Staggering and swaying, Gawain's hasty forehand diagonal shot flew along the net, and Nadal pounced forward like a tiger out of the cage.

Here, Gawain had just braked and barely managed to control his body's center of gravity. Before he could pull back, he saw the tennis ball coming back again.

After all, with Nadal standing in front of the net, the entire rhythm was compressed, leaving Gawain less and less breathing space, and the situation became increasingly difficult.

On the other side, Nadal took a big step forward, moved forward along the diagonal line to the net, and completed a volley from the backhand position.

Although the incoming ball had limited height and erratic power, there was no way to smash it with force, and being too eager would easily cause it to go into the net; but Nadal's backhand control performance was still excellent. He relied on the strength of his wrist to complete the wrapping, gently pushed and cut a short ball, and pushed the tennis ball over the net.

Unload force, control, and handle with care.

The reason is that Nadal noticed that Gawain's steps were too hasty and chaotic to adjust in time, and he always stood in the deep area of ​​the baseline, so he very cleverly chose to play the ball back and use the vertical space of the court to interfere with Gawain's return. Facts have also proved that Nadal's strategy is correct.

Well.

Gao Wen groaned.

Before one wave subsides, another wave arises. Difficulties and crises come one after another, leaving no room for breathing, and Gawain is led by the nose.

The two players' on-the-spot performance and adaptability showed top-level performance. The initiative and passivity swung left and right on a tightrope like a seesaw. The ups and downs could overturn the balance at any time.

Ah! Gawain, exert your strength.

He stopped and turned suddenly, and started again. Without any time to breathe, he had to switch from lateral movement to longitudinal movement and enter a state of anaerobic exercise. The power deep in his dantian burst out instantly, and he completed the forced turn for the third time in a short period of time, and sprinted with big strides diagonally in front of the net.

Pushing the ground - bumping - pushing the ground - shaking.

It was not easy. Although Gawain's speed had been increased to the extreme, he could still feel the lack of power in pushing off the ground due to continuous changes of direction in an anaerobic state. In addition, Nadal's volley was well controlled, and there was limited space after the tennis ball bounced off the ground, making it even more difficult.

What's more, don't forget that there is a goalkeeper in front of the net, Nadal.

Gawain was rushing forward and Nadal was also moving, constantly adjusting his position in small steps and adjusting his blocking route according to Gawain's movements.

Nadal was on full alert, waiting for the opportunity to strike, while Gawain had no room to adjust or make any choices.

Tap, tap, tap.

Gawain strode forward, noticing Nadal’s figure from the corner of his eye, and a bold idea emerged in his mind—

Do what you say.

Run, push off the ground, and slide, and the body rushes out.

squeak.

The friction between the soles of the shoes and the ground made a sharp sound, and on the dark blue indoor hard court, it seemed as if white waves were blooming, like surfing, and the body was lightly and nimbly rushing towards the tennis ball.

An intersection——

Nadal was paying attention to Gawain's shots, and Gawain was paying attention to Nadal's movements. Their eyes briefly crossed in the air, and the air froze for a moment.

That is, in this brief moment.

Gao Wen's forehand had already stretched out, cutting into the narrow space between the tennis ball and the ground, and with a slight flick of his wrist, he was about to touch the ball.

Diagonal? Straight? Middle?

At this moment, there was a pause that was invisible to the naked eye but real. Nadal and Gawain both paused, and the game and containment were completed in a flash.

Then……

Nadal caught the angle of Gawain's racket and pulled his body out directly.

Right side, diagonal, backhand position.

Nadal's body just swayed, but he saw Gawain flipping the racket with his wrist, keeping his upper body and arms still, and controlling the ball only by fake wrist movements.

A touch.

Like spreading butter on toast.

With just this slight touch, the angle of the racket changes direction, and then it is pushed forward in a straight line.

It is as graceful and elegant as the blooming skirt of a ballerina.

The tennis ball is pulled out in a straight line and flies lightly.

Wow.

The O2 Stadium seemed to be able to hear the sound of water, breaking free from the water's surface and breaking through the waves, and the mustard yellow elf saw a whole new world.

Nadal was stunned, uttered a muffled groan, stopped and turned suddenly, his body paused noticeably, and then he returned to the left forehand position with his racket extended.

Everything, stretched to the extreme, trying to complete the interception.

However, it was still a step too late.

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Thousands of eyes watched as the tennis ball broke through Nadal's forehand and leaped into the vast and free world, filling the sky with light.

Ah! Cheers.

Ah! scream.

Ahhh! The torrent is rolling.

Everyone at the O2 stadium stood up, raised their arms high, left their seats and cheered. No one was an exception, and no one could refuse.

Wonderful, really wonderful.

This round had everything, and it also fully demonstrated the personal charm of Nadal and Gawain. In the end, Gawain was slightly better. With courage and boldness, he bought himself a few seconds with a slide, and then used a fake move to delay the shot and shake off his opponent, taking the point and completing the first break of the entire game.

Crazy, the whole audience was crazy! "3:1".

After a stalemate in the opening stages, it was Gao Wen who broke the serve first and widened the score gap.

Like Federer, Gawain and Nadal have not lost a single set in London this year, but Federer lost a set against Ferrer yesterday. Today, one of Gawain and Nadal will inevitably fail to maintain his record. For now, Gawain has once again shown his confidence and form.

Even Nadal had to applaud Gawain.

The delicate handling of the fake move at the net just now really shows Federer's peak state. After a whole season of polishing and growth, the net technology is slowly becoming a new weapon for Gao Wen.

No wonder Gao Wen was able to win the Shanghai and Paris Masters consecutively. He is indeed in a harmonious state now and his competitive form is excellent.

Next, Gao Wen also proved this point, continuing his excellent form all the way, firmly holding on to the advantage of a break point and winning the first game.

"6:3".

The first set victory belongs to Gao Wen.

Currently in London, the only player who has maintained an undefeated record is Gao Wen, which was definitely something people did not expect before the year-end finals kicked off.

There was only one break in the entire first set, and Gao Wen cashed in on that break advantage with an unparalleled performance. The quality of the game was enough to amaze everyone, and the O2 Stadium was simply extremely exciting.

So, what about the second set? No one can predict it, because Nadal also showed top competitive state in the first set. Even if he lost the first set, no one can deny it. The suspense of the second set is still unclear.

This is indeed the case.

Nadal's performance remained stable and strong, proving that his consecutive victories over Wawrinka and Murray were no coincidence and that his competitiveness has indeed returned to the top.