The Absolute on the Tennis Court - Chapter 182

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Episode 182

Changed phase (2)

※ Day 1 information announced by US Open

● Main Event (Opening Night Ceremony)

[1st place] Novak Djokovic (1)

[228th] Jerzy Janowitz (PR)

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[9th place] Madison Keys

[59th] Allison Risk

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(Chris McKendry) – ESPN Press Room Host

“Organizers have announced key dates for the first day of the 2016 US Open. While ATP No. 1 Novak Djokovic was the star of the opening night ceremony, WTA’s Madison Keys met Allison Risk. Additionally, Rafael Nadal will begin the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium.”

(Chris McKendry)

“Perhaps you are puzzled by the absence of a person’s name. The boy who is currently very much in the spotlight will make his US Open debut on the 30th instead of the 29th. The match venue is Louis Armstrong Stadium. You can see how much the organizers care about this boy. Woo Joo made his mark as the youngest ATP participant since the Open era and also became the youngest US Open participant to play for Lewis Armstrong. We will discuss more details later. So first, let’s start with Serena Williams’ story… .”

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#. August 27, 2016

#-One. USA, New York

#-2. Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

#-3. Arthur Ashe Stadium

#-4. Player-only area

Starting today, the ‘Billie Jean King National Tennis Center’ will be closed to visitors for two days before the start of the US Open.

This is to ensure that players can fully concentrate on training and to conduct final inspections of various facilities.

The reason why female tennis players are seen walking around in much bolder outfits than usual, or where male athletes are often seen without their tops, is because only officials are there.

At a time when there was some tension despite the calm, a female tennis player named Vania King came running into the restaurant.

And then she screamed.

“Rapha and Wooju are together!”

“?!”

“!”

At Vania King’s words, the players and coaches in the restaurant moved in unison as if they had made a promise.

Although there were differences in the amount of running or walking depending on personality, everyone in the restaurant except a few headed to the practice court.

Things like this happened throughout the players-only area outside of the restaurant, and before we knew it, the spectator seats on the practice court were filled to the brim with no room to move.

David Sela, who saw Nadal drenched in sweat and Shin Woo Joo with his upper body fully exposed, could not contain his curiosity and asked.

“When did it start?”

“Not yet.”

“No?”

“huh. He was playing strokes a little while ago. Then suddenly a practice match was scheduled.”

“Holy shit… . “It’s huge, right?”

“Who said it wasn’t?”

There were whispers coming from all over, and Rafael Nadal paid no heed to them and tossed the ball first.

A distinctive grunting sound resonates.

“Ugh. ah!”

Taang-!

bang.

Because it was not a real match, Rafael Nadal’s serve was made with a lot of effort.

Shin Woo Joo simply returned, and the rally began.

bang!

The first thing that caught people’s attention was Rafael Nadal’s signature top spin forehand.

After bouncing, it is bouncing to an incredible height.

In response, Shin Woo-joo stepped back and accepted it.

bang!

“… .”

People are looking at Rafael Nadal and the New Universe rally with more serious eyes than ever.

This is a good opportunity for them to gather information.

It’s not about the two players.

I am looking at the information provided by the coat.

bang!

‘Oh – this is a great opportunity.’

‘You can see both sides.’

‘That’s interesting.’

‘Everyone’s pace is so different.’

‘I guess the reason I don’t force it is because it’s practice, right?’

bang!

The rally of the two players, who had easily passed the 20th inning, fully contained each stroke style.

Rafael Nadal, who sent a heavy top spin ball, made the U,S Open court feel like a clay court, and Shinwoo’s flat, which was fired at quick timing, instantly raised the tempo.

Both sides were at a tremendous level, and it felt like either side would be difficult to deal with.

bang!

widely.

“OMG!”

When the forehand shot hit the net, Shin Woo-joo raised his head and looked sad, and only then did Rafael Nadal, who had checked the spectators’ seats, lean against his racket as a cane and shout.

“You want to watch it for free?!”

“ha ha ha.”

“haha.”

The serious atmosphere was immediately relieved by a joke, and Nadal, who shook his head, raised his voice again, saying he was free.

Then he shouted for me to look next to him.

In fact, a female player named Belinda Bencic was training on the court right next to the two.

Belinda Bencic laughed for a moment and then exclaimed, “Actually, I was watching too!” followed by another burst of laughter.

“Ha-you should at least buy us coffee!”

“You can just use the pass!”

“What a miser!” “Who are you?!”

The atmosphere was so friendly that it was hard to believe that they were competing in the same competition. Shin Woo-joo, who was so amazed, smiled and shouted, “Let’s get started right away.”

And this time, Rafael Nadal had no choice.

Once again, the rally between the two begins.

Taang-!

bang!

However, both of them may have lost their concentration slightly, but the same tension was not felt in the subsequent rally.

Still, there was plenty to see.

bang!!

“oh-!!”

“Hwi—ik!”

When Shin Woo-joo first sent a great backhand shot from a deep angle, Rafael Nadal, who started chasing, showed a unique technique called the ‘Banana Shot’ or ‘Buggy Whip’.

The spectators cheered loudly at the exquisite technique of starting from outside the sideline and falling inside the wide curved line.

Rafael Nadal smiles, showing his teeth.

Shin Woo-joo shouted, saying, “Isn’t this too much?”

It was common for players to organize training sessions on the spot, but from their perspective, the relationship between Nadal and Shin Woo-soo seemed close.

Before anyone could ask their questions, the rally started again, and this time, Shin Woo-ju showed off his unique skills.

It is a backspin drop that falls exquisitely in front of the net.

Force control was perfect.

“Woah!”

Shin Woo-joo pouted his lips and shrugged his shoulders, and Rafael Nadal, smiling brightly, shouted, “Let’s stop now.”

There were still about 10 minutes left until the originally scheduled 40 minutes, but it was decided that it would be difficult to concentrate because there were too many visitors.

As the crowd began to disperse in disappointment, Nadal asked the boys sitting side by side on the bench what they thought of the US Open court.

“I’m not sure yet.”

“okay?”

“yes. “Yesterday it seemed low and fast, but today it wasn’t again.”

“Isn’t it because you practiced with me?”

“I think that might be possible.”

“haha. “You’re honest.”

Tennis is a very delicate and complex sport.

Therefore, objective indicators and on-site evaluations differ.

Even each player feels it differently.

This is why the new universe is confused now.

“That’s the charm of the US Open.”

“is that so?”

“huh. I can’t figure it out. “Just like Americans.”

“It means being free-spirited.”

“Exactly. That expression would be perfect.”

Considering only objective indicators, the pace of the US Open court was actually not that fast.

In fact, it is reported that the Australian Open court, which has undergone changes since the 2010s, is faster than the US Open court.

Some people cite the example of Novak Djokovic becoming an absolute powerhouse at the Australian Open since the 2010s, and argue that Djokovic, who was strong at Wimbledon, benefited from this change.

However, there are still many voices on the field saying, “The US Open court feels the fastest.”

People who claim this say [“The United States, which has many big servers and serve and volleyers, made the court faster to give its players an advantage.”]

However, as mentioned earlier, tennis is delicate and complex.

It cannot be defined simply by one claim.

“Personally, I think the US Open court is the most honest.”

“Oh, that’s similar. “Why?”

“It reflects my condition best.”

“My condition… Do you reflect well?”

“okay.”

Rafael Nadal cited physical strength as the reason why the US Open court feels fast and demanding among players.

At the Australian Open, when you rest well and are in the best condition, you will have the stamina to easily respond to the fast pace, but at the US Open, you will inevitably have to struggle.

That’s why, even though it has a slower pace than the Australian Open court, the players are picky and the American big servers are active, he said.

“So it’s up to me.”

If conditions are good that day, the US Open will feel like a normal hard court.

But if it’s the other way around, it becomes as tricky as Wimbledon.

“Um, actually… .”

“huh?”

“After the Cincinnati Open, I stretched out for a couple of days. I really just slept. “I didn’t know, but I guess I was very tired.”

“… “That might be the cause.”

“After hearing what you said, I think so.”

“But now you’re back. is not it?”

“Yes, but I think we’ll have to do it tomorrow and see more the day after.”

“That’s right.”

After finishing his break, Rafael Nadal parted ways with the boy for recovery training, and TNU coaches approached Shin Woo-ju, who was left alone.

Andrej Simic was asked about his impressions of being with Nadal.

“I enjoyed.”

“okay?”

“yes. and… .”

“huh?”

“I think I know a little bit about what the US Open is like.”

“You had a good time?”

“yes. “I really think so.”

Shin Woo-ju also packed his bags and moved for recovery training, and the practice court, which had been noisy just a few minutes ago, became quiet.

The sounds made by the training players and their teams resonated from the remaining four courts, and Shin Woo-joo, who entered the room, attracted the attention of many people and headed to the recovery facility.

Opening day two days.

And three days until the first game.

The boy, who is about to participate in the US Open for the first time in his career, received a very big hint today.

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#. August 28, 2016

#-One. USA, New York

#-2. Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

#-3. Practice Court 5

I had no idea that training in the morning would help me in this way.

This is because I was able to stand on the court again while the story of Rafael Nadal remained in my mind.

It is said that the coat reflects my condition.

Surprisingly, it seemed to be true.

bang!

“Good?”

“is it so?”

“It looks like they will quietly destroy everything they come across.”

“haha. Let’s go again!”

“However much!”

The image of Wimbledon that I felt on the first day is gradually diminishing.

Bounding.

Pace.

Every part is new.

It’s not the same as yesterday.

bang!

If it weren’t for Nadal, it would have been very unfamiliar.

Kotrani shows a new face every day.

And that reason reflects me?

It is literally the American dream.

bang!

Land of opportunity.

It is open to anyone.

No matter how great a player is, if the court he faces that day is not friendly. So, if he is in bad shape that day, he shows the true face of tennis that he can lose to anyone.

ah.

Maybe that’s why?

Tennis is usually divided into before and after the Open era, but the period after 2000 is defined again.

As tennis takes on a different form due to technological advancements such as various tennis tools and mobile phones, it is evaluated that information has begun to be shared in earnest.

This is the starting point of modern tennis.

It has a modern form.

During this period, there was only one player, Roger Federer, who dominated the US Open, but even he became the Spring and Autumn Nation in 2009, making it the only Grand Slam without a losing streak.

bang!

“What the hell is going on? “It’s gotten better, right?”

“Understanding the court helped.”

“Is it like that voice again?”

“no. “This time, I felt like I was researching data.”

“huh?”

“haha. “I’ll explain later.”

Juan Martin del Potro (2009)

Rafael Nadal (2010, 2013)

Novak Djokovic (2011, 2015)

Andy Murray (2012)

Marin Cilic (2014)

This is the name of the person who won the US Open after Roger Federer’s reign ended.

Looking at other Grand Slam winners during the same period.

@@@

● Australian Open

Rafael Nadal (2009)

Roger Federer (2010)

Novak Djokovic (2011~2013, 2015~2016)

Stan Wawrinka (2014)

● Roland Garros

Roger Federer (2009)

Rafael Nadal (2010-2014)

Stan Wawrinka (2015)

Novak Djokovic (2016)

● Wimbledon

Roger Federer (2009, 2012)

Rafael Nadal (2010)

Novak Djokovic (2011, 2014-2015)

Andy Murray (2013, 2016)

@@@

Can’t you see it?

I can see clearly.

Big 3.

And two players who came close to it.

Stan Wawrinka.

Andy Murray.

The US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament won by players other than these five.

I’m not sure if I’d say there isn’t a big difference, but it looks like this to me right now.

Land of opportunity.

However, condition management is the basic condition.

You will see a new me every day.

Just as I fainted for two days after the Cincinnati Open, it is not easy to always maintain good condition when fatigue accumulates at the end of the season.

This is especially true if you are enduring the pressure of facing a major tournament like the Grand Slam every day.

The reason why the players are especially close to each other in this tournament may be because they are facing a common enemy, not each other, but the US Open held in a huge country called the United States.

I think the US Open will be a battle with me more than ever.

“Whoa-”

The person I see on the court every day is probably me when I am in good condition.

I have to overcome that every day.

If you don’t, you will be eaten.

Just like I felt on the first day I came here, Wimbledon was the most difficult and demanding game for me.

What was waiting for me in the concrete jungle called New York was none other than a mirror that reflected everything about me after touring hard for a year.

And I’m on it.

“eww-!”

“why?”

“I got goosebumps.”

“suddenly?”

“haha. Yes, suddenly.”

“You’ve got a cold, right?”

“No way. “I’m fine.”

I have such high expectations that it gives me goosebumps.

In the end, it’s a chance to surpass me.

And at the end of the season.

For the first time since arriving in New York, waiting for a match to start felt a little difficult.

* * *

(Chris McKendry) – ESPN Press Room Host

“With the US Open starting tomorrow, there has been quite a bit of controversy on social media recently. That was the argument for having New Universe play at Arthur Ashe Stadium, and I know you guys were watching. what do you think?”

(Pam Schreiber) – Pundits

“It was a bit of an unexpected debate for me. In my opinion, the field allocation for this US Open was very fair. Let’s see the players in action at Arthur Ashe Stadium on the second day. Serena, Venus Williams and Simona Halep. These are the best players in the women’s division. And in the men’s event, Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka will also be competing. Likewise, they are the best players in the men’s division. These are the players who deserve to be at Arthur Ashe Stadium in the early stages of the tournament. I think the universe is riding the wave of popularity. “His fans need to show some respect.”

(Chris McKendry)

“okay. But another interesting thing is that this opinion originated somewhere other than Korea. The oldest Reddit started here in the United States, and Reddit with similar opinions also started in France and England.”

(Chris Evert) – Maine Funditz

“I guess it’s the trend of the times. I think this was a moment that showed who the most popular player in the ATP is right now. In that sense, it was fun and good to watch. Woo Joo is the next star that ATP and tennis fans have longed for. They began to be evaluated as the entity that would end the era of the Big 3. I really enjoy seeing things like this. “You can see how amazing a 15-year-old boy is doing and how he is evaluated for it.”

(Chris McKendry)

“Okay then Chris. Do you think the universe was okay with Arthur Ashe? I mean, if it’s your idea and not someone else’s, I think it’s pretty convincing.”

(Chris Evert)

“100%. That would also have been very interesting.”

(Chris McKendry)

“wow. This is the first time I’ve seen the most beautiful and greatest ice queen in tennis history say something like this. universe? Why don’t you say something for Chris Evert? This person has now acknowledged you. wow. Many female athletes are desperate to hear a word of praise from Chris Evert, and the impact of this could be quite significant. “Maybe you’ll be jealous of the universe?”

(Chris Evert)

“No way. The universe is handsome, right? And you know what? A woman will never be jealous of a handsome man being praised by a woman his mother’s age. “In fact, I feel even more attracted to it.”

(Chris McKendry)

“ha ha ha. Speaking of appearance, the official promotional video for the US Open was released today. Space is definitely attracting attention there too. There’s already a ton of reproduction on the internet, so let’s take a look at it and then we’ll come back.”

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@woojoo2000

Chris Evert Rock!!

↳ ♡2.9M

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[The Instagram post uploaded by Shin Woo-joo toward Chris Evert, the legendary empress of American tennis, received 2.9 million likes in just 17 minutes. In January of this year, Shin Woo Joo had less than 100 followers, but currently, Shin Woo Joo has 19 million followers on Instagram. Every word this boy says quickly becomes a hot topic, and every single action he does becomes a trend among young boys and girls. I have never met anyone who became more famous than the universe in such a short period of time. At least now Shinwooju is more famous than the Big 3. Even people who don’t know much about tennis know the face of the universe. – Bora Navarra via Twitter]