Chapter 738 The style is wrong
God rewards hard work.
Everyone likes this sentence, but only those who have truly experienced it can understand the weight of sweat, tears and blood behind this sentence.
Wawrinka won his first Grand Slam title at the age of 28 years and ten months, which shocked the world. But before that, he had experienced a full decade of dormancy and vicissitudes.
Before defeating Federer in the 2014 Monte Carlo final, Wawrinka had a career record of 13 wins and 1 loss against his compatriot friend, including a long 11-game losing streak.
Before defeating Djokovic in the quarterfinals of the 2014 Australian Open, Wawrinka suffered a nightmare of 14 consecutive defeats against the Serbian superstar.
Similarly, when facing Nadal in the 2014 Australian Open final, Wawrinka's record was 12 losses and 0 wins, and he had never been able to defeat the Spanish king in his career.
Look, this is the price of "God rewards hard work".
In real life, how many people can still raise their heads and muster up the courage to launch continuous attacks on the towering giants after ten consecutive defeats? How many people can still pick themselves up again after repeated defeats and firmly believe that they can eventually defeat the powerful opponent?
In fact, it was more than just ten consecutive losses. In front of the Big Four, the "Twenty Losers Club" had already gathered a large number of top players:
Ferrer, Robredo, Berdych, Roddick, Davydenko, Hewitt and so many more.
It is precisely because of this that some people say that this is the best of times and the worst of times. People have witnessed the glory of the Big Four shining together in the professional tennis world, but have also witnessed the highest achievement of countless geniuses stopping at the Grand Slam runner-up, which gave birth to the selection of "the best player who has not won a Grand Slam."
Failure is never that easy.
However, among the members of the "Ten Losing Club" and "Twenty Losing Club", only Wawrinka did it, not only ending the losing streak, but also breaking through the siege on the Grand Slam stage and winning his own place in such a brilliant and glorious era.
Moreover, if history continues, Wawrinka will win more than one Grand Slam title.
Perhaps, Wawrinka will never be able to reach the heights of the Big Four, but he still won a place among the fans with his smooth offense and amazing one-handed backhand, and he deserves his own name in the history books.
So, Wawrinka said,
“Actually, losing is a good thing.”
Some people never recover after failure, or are deeply marked by failure, or lose as a habit and lose the will to win.
But a small number of people are not——
"Stan, come on!"
Looking at Gawain whose eyes were brightening up again, Wawrinka felt a little reserved. He was still not good at these things.
In fact, Wawrinka regretted his words just after he opened his mouth. If it were other young people, they might have simply ignored him or thought he was meddling in other people's business:
After all, this guy is also a Grand Slam champion. Not only did he defeat him in New York, but he has also defeated Djokovic twice in a row. He is the hottest superstar in professional tennis right now. Even if it is his turn to make decisions?
Normally, Wawrinka never wastes words.
But today is an exception.
Seeing Gao Wen in the locker room and feeling his frustration and loss, an idea came to my mind, and I blurted it out without thinking too much.
Perhaps, deep down in my heart, I had a good impression of Gao Wen, whether it was the confrontation in Flushing or the subsequent encounters in different cities.
It now appears that his intuition was correct.
Wawrinka gave Gawain a small smile, but didn't stay there for too long. He turned back to the locker and said self-deprecatingly, "You should wish me good luck, because I do need a little bit of luck."
After Monte Carlo, at Wimbledon, Wawrinka faced Federer again in the quarterfinals, only to lose in four sets, and his career head-to-head record is still far behind.
Moreover, the first half of the season seemed to have consumed the energy that Wawrinka had accumulated over the years, so that in the second half of the season, his overall performance declined significantly, including his performance in the Masters and the year-end finals, which were below expectations. Wawrinka was also dissatisfied with his condition.
Luck is also a part of the game. Sometimes, players do need a little help from luck to turn the situation around.
Gawain stood up with a smile on his face, walked to his locker, and began to pack his equipment.
"Obviously, the goddess of luck didn't favor me today, but I will still pray sincerely that she is willing to kiss your racket."
Responding to the self-deprecation with a joke, Wawrinka seemed to really enjoy it and laughed out loud.
While waiting for Sampras and the others to arrive at the locker room, Wawrinka had already left and went to the gym to warm up. Gawain had also packed up and was ready to leave with his equipment bag.
Sampras, Peart, Tobias, Russell and Dimitrov all came together, but none of the five of them smiled. The atmosphere was a bit dull and serious. One could clearly feel the depression that was bound beneath the calm and the undercurrent was surging. The air also became heavy.
Sampras carefully studied Gawain's expression and demeanor, and hesitated for a moment, "Gawain, are you okay?"
"No, I'm not fine." Gao Wen didn't hesitate at all and met the coach's gaze frankly.
Sampras: …
His words paused slightly, unable to keep up with Gawain's speed of thinking.
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They had long been accustomed to Gao Wen's daily style of doing things, which was mature, calm, unhurried, steady and generous. He was determined in his goals and firm in his beliefs, and he never wavered. Even when the Imperial Capital suffered its first defeat of the season, the things they were worried about did not happen.
Until now.
In fact, they hope that Gao Wen can vent and release his emotions, just like a 19-year-old boy, because professional tennis is different from other games. There are at least 50 games and at most 80 games in a season. No one can remain undefeated, which also means that failure is a part of life.
The bitterness, anger and disappointment, accumulated in the heart, will rot.
Now, Gawain finally spoke out as expected, which is a good thing.
But it was so unexpected that Sampras was unable to keep up with the rhythm and was unable to speak for a while.
Gawain didn't mind and continued.
"I know we should watch the game video and analyze the gains and losses of this game."
"I also know that we still have a lot of work to do in the coming offseason. The season is over, but it also means the beginning of a brand new season."
"But I don't want to think about these things today. I want to take a break."
There was silence in the locker room, and no one spoke.
Everyone looked at each other, and the air seemed to gradually stagnate, and a serious atmosphere spread.
Phew.
Then, a chuckle broke the silence.
Sampras finally couldn't help himself and smiled happily. His serious expression completely relaxed. "Great, Gawain, that's great!"
The entire depressing atmosphere was broken in an instant.
Gao Wen: ...his head was covered with black lines. "Coach, are you sure? I said I wanted to rest, and you clapped your hands? Isn't this picture a little weird?"
(End of this chapter)