Chapter 469: A stream of witty remarks Buzz
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The two press conference rooms, separated by only half a corridor, were both extremely lively, as if the air was bubbling and boiling. However, the atmosphere in the two press conference rooms was slightly different: No. 1 was more solemn, while No. 2 was more relaxed.
After the game, reporters also tried to analyze the whole game. From the end of the second set to the first half of the third set, Djokovic once won six games in a row and gave away an invisible bagel. Almost everyone thought that the game had returned to the rhythm of the world's number one. However, this was not the case. Gawain quickly turned the situation around again.
Djokovic said.
"I didn't play as expected today. I made a lot of unforced errors. I tried to change the rhythm with short shots, but obviously I couldn't execute the tactics because of too many errors. I was totally out of shape today. The second half of the third set was a disaster. I felt like I lost my touch."
"There was a period of time where I was doing well, but it was still not my best. I was struggling a lot today."
Gao Wen said the same problem.
"I tried to keep my mind balanced and kept reminding myself that the opponent was one of the best tennis players in the world. The only thing I could do was to try my best, play every point well, and then see if I could find a chance."
"Honestly, I don't know what else I can do. Maybe after getting more competition experience, I will have different ideas, but now..."
As he spoke, Gao Wen shrugged his shoulders, with a self-deprecating look on his face, which made the reporters laugh slightly, and then Gao Wen continued.
"I always like Nadal's attitude towards the game: standing on the court, you have to try everything you can do, even if it doesn't work, it doesn't matter, sometimes it's not your day; but sometimes, you can open up the situation, and then let's see what happens."
“So, you need to keep trying and keep working hard until a turning point comes.”
The reporter then asked, "So what do you think is the reason for your victory?"
"I never doubt myself." Gawain answered simply and smiled. His confidence radiated from within.
In Press Conference Room No. 1, reporters also asked similar questions. They tried to find a reason for Djokovic's loss. In the last game against Murray, Djokovic obviously consumed too much physical strength and energy, which led to lack of physical strength in the fourth set of this game.
But Djokovic denied it.
"This match was very difficult for both sides. The audience could see that the confrontation dropped significantly in the fourth set, but I don't think physical fitness was the main reason for my loss. You should look at Gao Wen, who had a harder time than me in the first few rounds, but he persevered in this match."
"The real reason was that the whole feeling was not right. I didn't find the feeling of hitting the ball. Obviously, Gao Wen also continued to bring more pressure to me."
Although it was not stated directly, one could still feel Djokovic's admiration for Gawain; reporters also asked Gawain questions about his physical strength.
"Shh, this should be a strategic secret. I still have a game to play."
Gao Wen answered in such a way that all the reporters on the scene burst into laughter. It was obvious that they had never known that questions in the competition could be answered in this way.
Naturally, the reporters on the scene followed Gao Wen's words and looked forward to the next game, and mentioned a very, very important fact.
"Gawain, do you realize you are making history?"
"You are not only the first male player from Asia to reach a Grand Slam final, but you are also the first player in history to reach a Grand Slam final in your first appearance - male or female. You are also the lowest-ranked male player in the world to reach a Grand Slam final in the Open Era."
"There are many more historical records besides these. As a young man born in 1995, you have also created a series of records on behalf of the new generation."
"The upcoming final will also be an unprecedented moment. What are your expectations for this?"
As soon as he asked the eloquent question, he could clearly feel the air in Press Conference Room No. 2 becoming hot and boiling. All eyes were focused on Gawain's arm, and he could clearly and realistically feel the slightly scalding heat wave flowing through his pores and into his blood vessels.
Truly the center of attention.
However, Gawain shrugged lightly, "I wanted to pretend I didn't know, but obviously, you exposed my trick, which makes me a little embarrassed."
Seeing Gao Wen rubbing his nose in frustration, the reporters couldn't help but chuckle in a friendly manner.
"I have a lot of respect for these historical records because I know how rare and incredible they are, but I'm trying to stay focused on my game."
"As I said in an interview before, I believe that I am just an ordinary player, using my actual actions to show the infinite possibilities of competitive sports. Since I can do it, other players can definitely do it. 'Everything is possible', this is the greatest charm of competitive sports."
"So, compared to the historical record, what is more important to me now is the next game. I am full of respect and anticipation for this game, because I know that no matter which player I face, I am obviously the weaker party. I need to go all out to have a chance."
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"My goal is to eliminate any potential suspicion of match-fixing among the audience. Of course, it would be even better if I could hear the cheers and support from the audience at the scene."
Ingeniously, lightly and jokingly, Gawain's wit and humor were revealed in just a few words. He not only implicitly expressed his expectations and beliefs for the final, but also ridiculed the fact that the audience today overwhelmingly supported Djokovic, and responded before the reporters could sow discord and create conflicts.
Once again, Gao Wen amazed the reporters.
However, the reporters' questions were still hard to guard against. Amidst the laughter, another reporter asked a very sensitive question.
"So, which player would you like to play against in the final?"
At present, the other semi-final has not started yet, but it is obvious that Federer has the "global home court". If Gawain faces Federer in the final, I am afraid that the audience will overwhelmingly stand on Federer's side again.
The reporters saw Gao Wen take the initiative to mention the audience's support, so they took the opportunity to throw this difficult problem to Gao Wen.
At any time and in any game, reporters will always ask players to express their opinions on the outcome of another game, even if it is late.
In response, Gawain did not say anything, but silently raised his right hand, crossed his index finger and middle finger together, and made a silent prayer gesture. He did not say whether he hoped to play against Cilic or Federer, but just made a pious prayer look and then muttered silently.
Hahahaha, the whole audience burst into laughter.
(End of this chapter)