Chapter 705: The First Master
Champion!
Gao Wen is the champion! The 2014 Paris Masters men's singles final has come to an end. Gao Wen won the game with scores of 1:6, 7:6 (6), and 6:3.
After winning the US Open in August, Gao Wen won his second championship trophy from the Masters in just two months.
incredible!
Unbelievable!
If two months ago, Gao Wen jumped out of nowhere and was the biggest dark horse of the year, then this time, Gao Wen proved himself with unparalleled performance:
Dark horse? Not anymore.
Winning the Grand Slam is definitely not just luck; the second ATP championship trophy in his career came from the Masters, and he also defeated Djokovic in the final.
This is the second time he has defeated the world No. 1 in a row after Flushing Meath. Such an amazing and outstanding performance has undoubtedly put him among the top ranks.
2014 is destined to be an extraordinary year.
At the beginning of the year, Wawrinka defeated Djokovic and Nadal consecutively at the Australian Open and won the championship unexpectedly; then, in April, he defeated three top ten players in the world, Raonic, Ferrer and Federer, in the Monte Carlo competition and won the Masters championship for the first time.
Blow the horn for this year.
At the end of the year, Gao Wen made history at the US Open by emerging out of nowhere and winning the championship. Then, in October, he continued his glory in Paris, defeating three top ten players in the world, Berdych, Raonic and Djokovic, and won the first Masters championship in his career.
To bring the year to an end.
It was so wonderful and so magical, it was amazing and exciting, and it truly interpreted the most wonderful and moving spirit of competitive sports: no matter if it was a veteran like Wawrinka who had experienced many ups and downs, or a rookie like Gao Wen, as long as they stood on the court, everything was possible! Boom boom boom! The whole audience was filled with applause and thunder.
The audience at the Accor Arena stood up collectively, and the thunderous applause gathered together in a mighty way, bursting out with incredible energy.
To witness the historical moment and for this wonderful showdown.
On the court.
Gawain turned toward the players' box, pumped his fist vigorously, and smiled unreservedly in his eyes and mouth. Then he took brisk steps and trotted quickly towards the net.
There, Djokovic was already waiting.
He looked a little tired and frustrated, but he never interrupted Gawain's celebration and just waited patiently.
"Sorry, Novak."
Gao Wen trotted over, opened his arms, and gave Djokovic a big hug. His sincerity and enthusiasm from the bottom of his heart seemed to infect Djokovic, so that Djokovic's tense shoulders relaxed a little.
"Congratulations."
Djokovic patted Gawain gently on the back.
disappointment?
There is no doubt that Djokovic is disappointed. Even after so many years in the professional arena, he can still feel bitterness and anger every time he faces a defeat. The depression in his chest is always so uncomfortable and tormenting.
And, in this way.
Whether it was an offensive error on set point in the second set or a double fault on match point in the third set, it was a very painful way to end.
But that doesn't mean he can't accept failure.
As a professional player and winner of seven Grand Slam trophies, Djokovic knows clearly that the so-called mistakes are just a superficial phenomenon, a microcosm of the performance of both sides in the whole game.
On the one hand, his own condition was not adjusted to the best.
Especially, he was not prepared for a game of such intensity and level. The previous games this week went too smoothly, so when the intensity of the final was raised to a new level, his condition still could not keep up.
On the other hand, the opponent's performance was indeed outstanding.
"Nice fight."
Djokovic said sincerely, patting Gawain on the back again.
"Your performance today was truly amazing. You fully deserve this victory. Congratulations!"
"Obviously, this championship trophy won't be the end for you either."
Disappointment was quietly buried deep in his heart. Djokovic smiled and sent his blessings to Gawain.
Gao Wen's smile also blossomed on his lips, and he laughed happily.
"Lady luck kissed my racket tonight."
Gao Wen admitted that although he acted decisively at the match point in the second set, his shots were more or less lucky.
Otherwise, there would be no deciding set and the match would have ended as early as the second set.
"I think I might need Lady Luck to stand behind my dugout next time we meet."
Gawain quipped in a joking manner, which made Djokovic laugh as well, and then Gawain continued.
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"Thank you! Great game!"
Sincere, honest, enthusiastic, and frank, it was obvious that Gao Wen was not just being flattering or being polite. One could tell from his eyes that these words came from the heart.
The smile on Djokovic's lips fell to his eyes, and he patted Gawain on the shoulder again, "Enjoy your victory, this is the reward you deserve", and then without saying anything else, he turned and walked towards his own player rest area.
However, Djokovic still cannot leave because there will be an award ceremony later.
Gao Wen was not in a hurry to enjoy his own celebration stage, but raised his hands and applauded in the direction of Djokovic.
It is the same every time I compete with giants. I can always learn a lot. Regardless of victory or defeat, this can become an important stop on my path to growth.
Now, his mind is a little confused and he can't sort out his thoughts, but after returning, he will definitely need to review the entire game with Sampras. There is still a lot to learn.
Clap, clap, clap.
Clap, clap! The applause gradually gathered together.
The audience in Paris could all feel Gawain's sincerity, and the gentlemen and ladies applauded Djokovic. There were no screams or whistles, only applause.
The thunderous sound in the stadium made Djokovic pause for a moment, and then he realized that it was for him. He turned around and saw Gawain who was applauding, which made Djokovic smile again.
Djokovic did not refuse and bowed to express his gratitude towards the people around the court, and then led the audience to give Gawain an even warmer and crazier applause.
Boom boom boom! The applause went up a notch, and the rolling heat waves surrounded Gao Wen. The continuous and exciting echoes of the entire indoor stadium created a cave effect, and a roar surged in his ears for a long time.
For this game, for the two opponents, and for this championship!
Someone in the crowd shouted the first word: "Gawain!"
In Paris, a city that values chivalry and romanticism, the atmosphere is like a fairytale movie, but it is a little different. At this time, the fans and spectators at the Accor Arena were deeply moved, shocked, partying and revelry, and then the shouts became continuous.
Incredibly connected.
"Gawain!"
"Gawain!"
"Gawain!"
The roar evolved into a storm that lasted for a long time.
(End of this chapter)