Chapter 431: Too Late to Regret
Clap, clap, clap!
Clap, clap!
Thunderous applause resounded throughout the stadium, because they were lucky enough to witness history in person at Arthur Ashe Stadium, and also because of this wonderful match between two powerful teams.
Agassi had also stood up, looking at Gawain who was raising his hands high in the center of the court to applaud and thank the fans. His flushed and sweaty face was filled with the splendor and boldness of youth. Even from a long distance away, he could feel his strongly beating heart and the boiling blood.
Agassi also became excited involuntarily, because of this game and especially because of Gawain's performance. He really hadn't seen such a charming young player for a long, long time.
Now Agassi finally understood why Sampras suggested that he should come and watch the game in person.
Agassi turned to look at Sampras who was watching, "How was it, did you expect it?"
Although Gawain's playing style is indeed impressive, reaching the semi-finals in his first Grand Slam and even his first ATP-level professional tournament means that Gawain is already on par with John McEnroe. This performance is still so amazing that it is beyond words.
Sampras shrugged his shoulders and remained noncommittal. To say that he had expected it would definitely be a lie; but to say that he had no premonition at all was not quite accurate either. So, Sampras didn't know how to answer. The only thing he could say was that he believed in Gawain.
Then, Sampras could see his friend Tobias trying to stay calm but still unable to contain his overflowing joy.
Following Dimitrov at Wimbledon, the player represented by Tobias once again reached the Grand Slam semi-finals, which is a breakthrough and a history.
At this moment, even the commercial gains are no longer Tobias' first thought. All he thinks about is this game and the next one. Competitive sports are always so fascinating, not only because of the championship, but also because of the passion of challenging the limits and challenging oneself.
It is true that Tobias is an agent, but deep down, Tobias is always a player, eager to compete on the highest stage of the Grand Slam and pursue higher, faster and farther to constantly break through himself.
From Dimitrov to Gao Wen, Tobias has always been looking forward to the day when he can appear in the player box of a Grand Slam final as an agent and witness a peak showdown on the spot.
Now, the opportunity has come again.
Although Sampras didn't say anything, Agassi still interpreted the message from his friend's expression and understood it immediately. He didn't say much, but just looked at the court and Gawain again with a smile on his face.
The upcoming semi-finals are worth looking forward to!
That year, McEnroe participated in Wimbledon after the French Open. In his second Grand Slam tournament, this talented player who was not yet 18 years old made it to the semi-finals in one go, stunning the world and becoming one of the most talented and controversial players in tennis history.
However, that year, McEnroe lost to Jimmy Connors, who was ranked number one in the world at the time, in the semi-finals of Wimbledon and missed the final.
The same is true for Gawain now. His semi-final opponent will be decided in tonight's main event, "Djokovic VS Murray". This also means that Gawain is likely to face Djokovic, who is currently ranked number one in the world. So, can he accomplish the feat that McEnroe failed to do back then?
Final seat? Djokovic or Murray? Very, very interestingly, at this year's Wimbledon, Dimitrov eliminated Murray in the quarterfinals and reached the semifinals, but unfortunately lost to Djokovic in four sets in the semifinals and missed the final.
So, from Wimbledon to Flushing Meadows, from Dimitrov to Gowan, how will the story continue? Just imagining the upcoming semi-finals in my mind, the expectations can't help but boil up, and I can't wait to welcome this confrontation.
Boom! Boom! The entire Arthur Ashe Stadium erupted in thunderous applause. One could feel the rolling heat without even being in the stadium.
In front of the TV, David Hannett of Adidas could clearly feel the thunderous applause coming towards him through the screen, as if it could break free from the screen and rush towards him at any time. The whole Flushing was completely overwhelmed by the magical performance of this dark horse, and no one was an exception.
The blazing red air waves made the fiery clouds above the Arthur Ashe Stadium pale in comparison.
The smile on Hannett's lips was somewhat helpless and bitter.
He said that Adidas would not regret not renewing the contracts with Djokovic and Murray, because they would always have a chance, which was also the confidence of Adidas; but at this moment, looking at Gawain bathed in the applause of the audience, his stomach couldn't help but feel hot.
One month, just one month, they didn't expect the slap in the face would come so quickly, like a tornado.
If Adidas had signed Gao Wen to a contract worth $300,000 per year, then...
Even though they really didn't want to admit it, they did regret it this time. Mainly because everything happened too quickly and the retribution was too severe. The stark gap created a strong impact.
But there are no ifs in reality.
To be honest, Hannett didn't expect Gawain to go so far. They had misjudged him this time, but what else could they do now?
Facing reality and aiming for the future is the correct way to deal with it.
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Especially after Crocodile's sudden move, major brands dared not act rashly, because they all knew that every step forward of Gawain meant more intense competition; at the same time, they also knew that if Gawain could continue to move forward, its competitors would begin to fall behind.
For example, today, when Gao Wen entered the semi-finals, Fila probably couldn't hold on any longer. It would be hard for them to offer a sponsorship fee higher than 1.2 million US dollars per year, because competitors knew clearly that as Gao Wen made history, his market value continued to rise.
Although the US Open is still in progress and only two of the four men's singles quarterfinals have been completed, all eyes are on Gao Wen.
It is foreseeable that in the end, the situation will still be "Nike vs. Adidas", and it will be a dirty and bloody battle.
The only thing to be thankful for is that Adidas did not seize the opportunity, and neither did any other brand, so they are still on the same starting line.
The best way to make up for mistakes and redeem "regrets" is to sign Gao Wen. As long as Gao Wen can be signed, all mistakes will no longer matter.
On the field, a battle for the championship is underway; outside the field, a battle for Gao Wen is also in the air.
(End of this chapter)