Obviously, the two groups of the year-end finals took the lead in the first and second rounds of competition, but the quality of the competition was not satisfactory.
Tasteless and lackluster.
Lethargic and lackluster.
Especially compared to the enthusiasm of the fans and spectators, such a performance is really disappointing, which also makes reporters start to worry about next year.
However, is there no bright spot at all in the group stage?
Nor is it true.
Two consecutive victories does not mean qualifying; two consecutive losses does not mean being out.
Of course, whether Federer and Djokovic are out, or Ferrer and Raonic counterattack, these two situations are objective but intricate and the probability is very weak.
In the four matchups in the final round of the group stage, the outcome of two sets or three sets may lead to different results, and the other possibilities are undoubtedly greater.
On the whole, the qualifying situation of Group A and Group B is exactly the same, and the results of the two games in the group may produce 16 possibilities and lead to different results.
From here, it once again proved the chaotic pattern of the 2014 season. Even though Djokovic and Federer still have the advantage, the chaos has already come.
Perhaps, people should be more patient, give these players a little more time, especially young players, and then look forward to their future.
It is a pity that the confusion of the qualifying situation did not lead to more discussions, because the one-sidedness of the group stage has cut off many possible derivatives. The biggest possibility is that Djokovic and Federer won three consecutive victories, and another duel It's that simple.
In the final analysis, there is still a lack of suspense.
Then, unexpectedly, appeared again—
For a while, people couldn't tell whether it was because the chaos throughout 2014 brought surprises, or whether these accidents made the chaos of 2014 even higher.
On the fifth match day, in the morning, Raonic temporarily held an emergency press conference:
"Unfortunately, I have to withdraw from the rest of the year-end finals due to a mild quadriceps tear. Although very regrettable and very sad."
"It was a difficult decision. The fans wanted to see a good show, but now I can't do it."
"I need to say sorry to the fans, next year I will definitely do my best to try to come to the stage in London again."
boom!
Boom boom boom!
Big news.
In fact, there were already signs of everything. Raonic has been struggling with injuries since the beginning of Shanghai. Nitsch and his team decided to go all out and play full time.
Of course, Raonic did it and became the first person born in the 90s.
But at the same time, the price paid on the physical level is also painful.
The quadriceps, which is the strongest muscle group in the human body, is located on the front side of the thigh and occupies almost three-quarters of the front side of the thigh. It is the most important muscle to maintain the upright posture and walking posture of the human body. Because of this, Raonic's thigh has been wrapped in bandages since Shanghai.
Injuries are very, very bad at any time, because recovery is difficult, and because even if you recover smoothly, you are no longer in your original physical condition. If you want to regain your best condition, you need to put in more effort.
When the press conference was held, both Gao Wen and Dimitrov were watching the live broadcast in front of the TV, completely stunned—
Raonic and his team have been observing the physical reaction to monitor the injury situation, and went to the hospital in the morning before making a difficult choice. Before the decision was made, the situation was still unclear, so they naturally did not leak any information.
Both Gawain and Dimitrov are very worried about Raonic's situation, especially Gawain, who knows how terrible the injury is.
"Milos, how is the injury?"
"It's only a slight tear at the moment, but in order to avoid further deterioration, I have no choice. I still need to return to Toronto for further examination to know the specific situation."
"Step by step, after going through the wind and rain, you can see a wider world."
"I know. Also, good luck in the finals."
Text messages, back and forth, Gao Wen and Dimitrov were not able to accompany their friends, at least they could give Raonic some support in this way.
Then, Raonic mentioned a very important thing:
Gao Wen, as the first substitute, is about to make his debut at the O2 stadium.
However, this is definitely not the way Gao Wen expects himself to be on the stage of the year-end finals; from another perspective, Gao Wen is on the field instead of Raonic, and at the same time represents the younger generation born after 1990 on the field. The heavy burden on the shoulders is different.
"Milos, stand behind me, let's cheer together."
"I'll be watching live. Make a fist!"
After Raonic's emergency press conference was over, ATP immediately held an official press conference, announcing that Gao Wen was about to enter the game as the first substitute.
Things suddenly became interesting—
After Raonic, another fresh blood who rose rapidly in the 2014 season is about to debut, which also means that a third fresh face will appear in this year's year-end finals.
So, how will Gao Wen's performance be?
Moreover, Gao Wen's opponent in the first and last group match was Kei Nishikori.
This is not only a rematch of the US Open quarter-finals, but also a duel between two freshmen in the year-end finals, and even a confrontation between two Asian players.
"Gao Wen, go to the O2 stadium..."
The ATP's official press conference is underway, and Sampras, Pelt, Tobias and others have already made their debut.
"There is no time, hurry up and get in the car."
"Grigor, let's go, let's go too."
Hulala, coming and going in a hurry, the group of people has disappeared without a trace.
According to the schedule, the singles and doubles matches of the year-end finals will be played together. The O2 stadium will arrange four games every day, two singles and two doubles, and they will be played alternately~www.mtlnovel.com~Today, the O2 stadium The first game is doubles, the second is "Kei Nishikori VS Raonic"; the third is doubles again, and the last game is the giant battle of "Federer VS Murray".
In other words, Gao Wen really has no time to delay now—
Generally speaking, in order to prepare for a game, it is necessary to warm up three to four hours in advance before the game, and the warm-up time also needs to be adjusted according to the actual situation; at the same time, it also needs to be adjusted according to the opponent.
But now everything happened too fast, and Gao Wen was about to make his debut in a moment of surprise.
The only good thing is that there is still a doubles match. From the perspective of time, it should be too late. I don't know how Gao Wen's mental state is.
Sampras turned his head and looked over, only to find that they were all in a panic, while Gawain's eyes were firm. He had recovered his focus, like a sharp knife out of its sheath, and there was a wave of intrigue all over his body. edge.
The answer is self-evident.