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Chapter 473 Djokovic changed by Chen Ran (4K)

Is this your first time playing against a player younger than yourself?

If reporters hadn't mentioned it, Chen Ran wouldn't have discovered this.

"Time flies so fast. I am no longer the youngest player on the tour. Then I hope that one day in the future, I can become the oldest player on the tour." Chen Ran joked.

However, when he just spoke, no one else noticed. Chen Ran realized that if he wanted to become the oldest player on the tour in the future and continue to remain competitive, it seemed that his biggest opponent was Djokovic. Strange this Serbian and Black guy.

Of course, in a few years, Djokovic will change from a Serbian and Montenegrin tennis player to a Serbian tennis player.

At this moment, people have not realized the huge potential of this Serbian and Montenegrin guy.

In particular, several Western reporters asked with a bit of provocation before the game: "How many games can that boy named Djokovic win from you?"

Chen Ran was speechless for a moment, then frowned slightly.

This question is indeed not very friendly.

Today's Djokovic is indeed very good in the youth group, and he can be said to stand out.

However, the adult game is very different.

At this moment, the gap between Deyo and Chen Ran is obvious.

What's more, he went through a brutal five-set battle in the first round. He was exhausted. How could he be the opponent of Chen Ran, who was just waiting for work?

However, unlike many people, Djokovic’s family background is very ordinary, and his parents’ income is also very meager. If he wants to continue on the path of professional tennis, he can only attract sponsors by showing a lot of strength beyond his peers. gaze.

And unlike the Chinese players, it is almost impossible for the Sports Bureau of Serbia and Montenegro to give any financial support to Djokovic.

His story is very inspiring, and he has inspired countless tennis-loving teenagers around the world in his previous life.

"Novak came to the Grand Slam arena and won another victory. This is already very successful. I also believe that this young man will have unlimited possibilities in the future." Chen Ran did not take advantage of the trap, but expressed his gratitude to the young man. Djokovic was greatly appreciated.

"Do you think he has the ability to impact the men's tennis landscape in the future?" Another reporter asked directly.

"Of course, I never doubted it." Chen Ran smiled confidently.

He believes that no matter how far-reaching the butterfly effect he produces, Djokovic will still grow rapidly along the trajectory of his previous life and become a giant player. There is no doubt about this.

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The young Djokovic has never felt so nervous since he participated in a tennis match.

This time, he finally got to play against the player he looked up to, and it was in a Grand Slam arena.

Two years ago, at the official event at the French Open, it was the first time he met the "No. 1 player in the world."

Although Chen Ran is now ranked second by Federer, he is already the number one player in the world in the eyes of Djokovic.

This Chinese tennis genius, who is only one year older than him, has been motivating himself for the past two years and has made him invincible in youth competitions.

"Hello, Chen Ran."

Djokovic took the initiative to shake hands with Chen Ran, and then said with a wry smile: "I don't know why you are so optimistic about me... Of course, this is also good for me, at least more sponsors will notice me."

"You know, my family is very ordinary, even..."

He paused, "It doesn't matter if you know this... My dad even borrowed a loan shark so that I could continue to practice tennis."

Young man, are you telling me this?
A strange expression flashed across Chen Ran's face.

Chen Ran had seen this news in his previous life, but it was only after Djokovic became famous that it became known to the world.

His growth path is indeed much more difficult than the other two giants Federer and Nadal, and of course he has also developed amazing willpower.

"Chen Ran, I must thank you."

Djokovic seemed a little moved: "When I was still competing in the youth group, because you personally named me, I received more attention from sponsors, and it also allowed my father to pay off the loan shark in advance."

"We plug the underworld...you understand."

Chen Ran was in a daze. His unintentional move at that time actually changed the fate of Deyo's family.

"Ha, that's a good thing, although I didn't expect it." Chen Ran smiled, "I wish you all the best of luck."

Djokovic shrugged and said: "Chen, I watched the press conference. I always feel that those Western reporters seem to have ill intentions towards me, just because I am from Serbia and Montenegro?"

"Why do you care about what they think?" Chen Ran shook his head and said, "They don't have any good intentions towards me either. Do you think I care about this?"

It would have taken several years for Djokovic to understand this truth.

At the beginning, he tried to show goodwill to those Western media, but he always got dug into.

Slowly, he saw through it.

"I'm really envious of how well you handle the media. I think it will take me several years to reach this level." Djokovic said with some envy.

Now that he sees reporters from these countries, he still can't help but feel nervous.

"Haha, it will be fine once you get used to it." Chen Ran laughed, and then said seriously, "But when the competition comes, I won't be merciful."

"You don't have to...it is a huge honor for me to stand in front of you." Djokovic said very happily, "Especially in the Grand Slam arena, this is what I dream of."

"Okay, then I'm looking forward to the next game."

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Chen Ran can no longer remember how many Djokovic games he watched in his previous life.

He looked at the somewhat green face from a distance, and it gradually overlapped with the face in his memory.

Djokovic just said that it is his dream to play against him in a Grand Slam, but from Chen Ran's perspective, is this not the case?
Once, I witnessed the opponent's legendary career in front of the TV and the computer screen, winning one heavyweight championship after another.

From the three giants, to the final one, becoming the highest mountain and the longest river.

Even at the age of 36, he was still able to win three crowns and one runner-up in the four Grand Slam tournaments within a year, as well as the final year-end championship. What an impressive record.

at last……

This time, Chen Ran could play against the player he admired most in his previous life.

He quietly observed the opponent's demeanor and serve-receiving movements. Apart from being a little immature, they were indeed exactly the same as in his previous life.

"Dear viewers!"

"The game has officially begun."

In the live broadcast room, the CCTV host said with excitement: "Chen Ran faced off against the super newcomer he had personally named, Djokovic from Serbia and Montenegro."

"Before the game, the media had already mentioned that this was his first time playing against players younger than him."

"87 years!"

"Time flies so fast. The birth date of players in the professional arena has now reached 87."

"Then 88, 89, or even 90s players will not be far behind when they enter professional tennis?"

If Chen Ran heard the CCTV host's words, he might have said something in his mind: the players born in the 90s in the previous life had three Grand Slams in total, so in this life he will set a small goal so that they can't win a single Grand Slam. ! After half an hour, there was back and forth between the two sides, and the score in the first set turned out to be 3-3.

"I always feel that Djokovic is growing much faster than in his previous life. Is this also because of my influence?"

Chen Ran was not surprised by this result. After all, Wawrinka and Nadal grew faster than in their previous lives due to their own stimulation, so it is reasonable for this to happen to Djokovic.

Under their own radiance, these past Grand Slam winners also began to catch up.

"Novak does have a good way of receiving serve!"

Chen Ran discovered this keenly.

These talents may really be innate.

Sometimes, Chen Ran felt that his serve should be able to score directly, but he was hit back by Djokovic.

There were even several times when Djokovic's return shot made Chen Ran feel a little uncomfortable.

There are also various shots and topspins. He can hit them with ease. It is obvious that his basic skills are very solid.

In Djokovic's serve game, Chen Ran experienced what it means to be weird and changeable.

Djokovic's serve has never been known for its speed, even in his prime, but his serve is very efficient, capable of delivering wide angles and topspin.

Moreover, his entire serving movement is coherent and balanced, making full use of the strength of his lower limbs to achieve maximum acceleration of the racket at the moment of hitting the ball.

He really uses many skills of tennis to the extreme.

Also, this guy's body does have incredible flexibility, which can also greatly reduce the probability of injury.

However, the young Djokovic lacks some fire after all.

When the match between the two sides entered a tense stage, Chen Ran gradually began to gain the upper hand and seized the opportunity.

6 is better than 4!

Chen Ran's victory in the first set was not easy, and many reporters and fans exclaimed: This young man deserves to be named by Chen Ran himself. His strength is really good.

However, in the second and third sets, the gap in strength between the two sides began to appear.

As Chen Ran gets better, the young and immature Djokovic can only grit his teeth and hold on.

The suspense of the game was quickly ended.

6 to 2 and 6 to 1!

In the three-set confrontation between Djokovic and Chen Ran, the score was lower in each set.

In the end, as predicted by the outside world, Chen Ran swept the opponent 3-0.

In the first confrontation between the two sides, the young Djokovic only showed some resistance in the first set.

However, Djokovic was not depressed at all after losing the game. He happily pulled Chen Ran and said: "After playing against you, I know where my shortcomings are. I hope that next time we play, I will not lose again." It’s so miserable.”

“I learned a lot from this game.”

He reached the top 64 in his first Grand Slam tournament. The young Djokovic was very satisfied with this result.

"Novak, I'm also looking forward to the next match."

Chen Ran smiled and said: "Now that you have entered the tour stage, we should have many opportunities to play against each other in the future. From now on, you are the youngest tennis player in the ATP competition."

The original position has always been held by Chen Ran.

When Djokovic picked up his luggage and left the court, Chen Ran looked at the opponent's back thoughtfully.

If Djokovic hadn't met him in the second round, he might have been able to hold on for a few more rounds, right?
In the first set, Djokovic showed a technical ability that is indeed very rare among his peers.

The opponent's serve and return of serve are really unique.

This guy was really born for tennis.

His technical abilities are really comprehensive, and he also has amazing learning ability.

Especially late in the third set, Djokovic felt that he had no hope of winning, and seemed to be consciously imitating his own technical characteristics.

Several of the shots made Chen Ran even more impressed.

What a genius!
Some things are easy to understand at first glance, and then you can master them quickly.

In the next confrontation, Chen Ran even felt that the opponent would be completely transformed and cause big trouble for him.

"He should grow faster than expected!" Chen Ran muttered secretly, "The professional tennis world is becoming more and more interesting."

In the first match, although the score was very different, Chen Ran did not regard the score as a reference at all.

From a distance, Chen Ran saw Deyo and his father hugging each other.

Djokovic's father actually has a very bad reputation because he always talks nonsense and brings hatred to his son for no reason. In this regard, he is exactly the same as Nadal's uncle.

But what was quite surprising was that this man from Serbia and Heilongjiang who spoke out loud actually shouted to Chen Ran from a distance and showed his gratitude to him.

After hearing this, Chen Ran also gave the other party a thumbs up from afar.

"Novak, at least now you can devote yourself to tennis training without any distractions."

Djokovic was stunned. After coming to his senses, he smiled and said, "Yes, you are right. At least I am much more relaxed now than before. I am full of confidence in my future career."

He smiled very brightly.

Suddenly, a strange idea popped up in Chen Ran's mind.

Djokovic's father has a weird temper. Is he forced by loan sharks?

In this time and space, their family has no longer suffered from loan sharking, so their temper has become much normal?

At the same time, Djokovic can also put down all his baggage and devote himself to training easily.

He changed everything unintentionally.

Although sometimes people are forced out, players like Djokovic cannot relax their demands just because they no longer have family burdens.

It's even possible that this guy won't act like a monster again in the future.

You must know that after Djokovic became famous, he used many methods to commit suicide.

For example, various meditations, and a lot of turmoil during the epidemic.

But even so, he was still far ahead of the other two giants in all kinds of glory.

What a gift!
Chen Ran smiled hoarsely. Was he inadvertently cultivating a Djokovic who might be even more powerful than his previous life?

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(End of this chapter)