Return to 2002: Freestyle Superstar

Chapter 494 Maybe I also benefited from the Chinese bloodline?

"Congratulations, Michael!"

"You made history!"

"The French Open is really a lucky place for us Chinese players."

Chen Ran also walked up to Zhang Depei and embraced him enthusiastically.

Looking at how he trained Kei Nishikori, who also had mediocre physical talent, to become one of the top three players in the world, and once killed someone in the US Open finals, you know that this is a coach who can turn corruption into magic.

"Haha! Two years ago, you won the championship here, and two years later today, Zheng Jie won the championship here again. Fortunately, I am your coach."

"Michael, don't forget there's still 1989!" Chen Ran joked.

"Yes, I also won the championship here in 1989." Zhang Depei also suddenly realized, "Sixteen years have passed. I even feel that a century has been so long."

Sixteen years was exactly the time Yang Guo had to wait for Xiao Longnu.

Of course, Chen Ran 100% agrees with the statement that the French Open is a lucky place for Chinese people. After all, Li Na in her previous life won her first Grand Slam at this stadium.

"My disciple, she is different from you!"

"You often make your own decisions on the court and don't follow my tactics. I can't control you."

"She will execute my tactics 100 percent."

"Of course, her talent is also incomparable to yours."

Zhang Depei clapped his hands vigorously and watched his proud disciple running selflessly on the clay court.

"I'm so proud of her, she's created an incredible legacy."

At this moment, this man, who is younger than Agassi and only 33 years old, is already moved to tears.

Chen Ran said a little sourly: "Michael, it seems that you were not so excited when I won the French Open. You are too unfavorable!"

"Haha..." After Zhang Depei came to his senses, he smiled heartily, "Chen, do you still remember what I said to you when you won the French Open?"

"What?"

"At that time, I told you that you must have more than one Grand Slam in your career!"

"I have an impression." Chen Ran suddenly said, "You did say that. Facts have proved that you are right."

"I don't want to deceive others and say things that go against their will."

Zhang Depei's expression suddenly became solemn, "As my disciple, although I can't guarantee it 100%, there is a high probability that this is the only Grand Slam she will have in her career."

Whether he is a player or a coach, he is at the top level. His vision is so vicious that he directly pointed out the key points.

Chen Ran sighed secretly, knowing that he could not refute this.

He also knew that Zhang Depei was talking about a high probability event.

This is the WTA's best era, and the stars are shining brightly.

Zheng Jie's ability to win this French Open was due to her strength, but luck was also indispensable. Countless chances and coincidences led to this result.

She is not like Chen Ran who leads the ATP stars today. She is just a member of the WTA stars, and she is not the most eye-catching one.

The top advertising endorsement fees also benefit from Chinese nationality.

"Michael, are you thinking of finding another job again?" Chen Ran suddenly asked.

"Chen, what are you thinking about?" Zhang Depei shook his head decisively, "Why should I take the initiative to leave the new French Open champion?"

Now is the time to pour the harvest. The Chinese media and fans are not stupid. They know that it is much more difficult for Zhang Depei to coach Zheng Jie to win a Grand Slam than it is to coach Chen Ran, and their recognition of him will be further enhanced.

It is foreseeable that various business activities will continue one after another. Why is Zhang Depei so frustrated that he chooses to leave now?
Chen Ran secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

At this time, no matter how much money the neighbor next door spends, it will be difficult to poach this corner.

"Haha..." Chen Ran smiled, "So no matter whether she has another chance to win a Grand Slam in the future, we just enjoy the moment."

"Yes, enjoy the moment." Zhang Depei nodded decisively, "We are the champions! Now is the time to enjoy the joy of being champions."

At this time, Haining, who was feeling a little depressed, walked up to Zhang Depei and shook hands with him after finishing the interview with the host.

"Michael, I know this is all your battle plan."

"Justin, the whole world knows you are a flawless player."

Hearing this, Haining gave a wry smile: "If I were really impeccable, how could I lose this game? I now firmly believe that you are the best coach in the world."

"You're certainly a better coach than Pete."

Sampras has always suppressed Zhang Depei during his playing career, but after he became Federer's coach, his results were not as good as Zhang Depei.

"Haha, thank you for your praise. But Justin... although you lost the French Open championship this time, you are still the best player in the WTA." Zhang Depei also praised.

Haining shrugged: "I hope it's as you said, but this game hit me hard."

He looked at Chen Ran again and said with regret, "Chen, I won't be able to receive the award with you this time."

Looking back at past history, Chen Ran and Haining actually had the experience of winning the championship together four times.

The French Open and US Open in 2003, the Australian Open and the Athens Olympics in 2004.

From this point of view, the two of them are quite destined.

"Justin, you know..." Chen Ran said slowly after shaking hands with her, "Rafael is the strongest opponent I have ever encountered on the clay court. Maybe I will serve the plate with you."

"Okay then, I hope you will carry the sign with me. Haha... this is just a joke." Haining waved to Chen Ran, then picked up the package and walked to the corner of the stadium with a somewhat relieved expression.

In tennis matches, except for the finals, losers in other matches can leave the court directly with a gift bag without accepting any post-match interviews.

But for the loser in the final, that is, the runner-up, you not only have to stay on the court to hold the plate, but you also have to give a long speech after the game and watch your opponent win the championship trophy. This is quite cruel when you think about it.

"Zheng, congratulations, you have created a miracle!" Zhang Depei also hugged Zheng Jie excitedly.

"Chen Ran, it's up to you now!" Zheng Jie was excited and joked to Chen Ran, "It's up to you whether Roland Garros can raise two five-star red flags."

"You're putting pressure on me!"

Chen Ran shrugged.

But he is also happy that China Golden Flower will win the French Open six years earlier, which is of course a good thing.

At the award ceremony, Haining, as the runner-up, first delivered a speech.

But this time, like most European players, she instinctively assumed Zhang Depei's identity as a Chinese.

"From Michael Zhang, to Chen Ran, and now Zheng Jie, they Chinese people really have unparalleled talent on clay courts. I think China is already a clay court tennis power."

This time, Zhang Depei surprisingly did not show any displeasure, and even began to joke: Why can I win the French Open at such a young age? Maybe he really benefited from his Chinese bloodline.

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(End of this chapter)