A memorable duel that measured two colossal players and that was resolved with victory for Holger Rune, after lifting two match points from Alejandro Davidovich. The Spaniard says goodbye to Wimbledon 2023 in a match that he had in his hand.
It was an open secret that this party ensured equality, spectacle and drama. Alexander Davidovich y Holger Rune not only did they meet expectations, but they exceeded them with one of those duels that can be among the most attractive of this Wimbledon 2023. Constant alternatives on the scoreboard, tennis and emotional ups and downs masterfully used by the opponent, and in short, all the sensations that can be experienced in life, condensed on a tennis court.
Similar in style, character and ambition. The Spaniard and the Dane took to the track knowing that it was going to be a battle full of nuances and that they had to be prepared to open up a hole in the rival’s downturns and not lose too much ground in difficult moments. Already in the primer set, there was crossfire and a wave of sensations that go far beyond sport. The Spaniard had three break balls in the fifth set, but not only could he not take advantage of them, but also not having played them properly, took a moral toll on him in his next service game, where he conceded the break. He masterfully maintained the Rune type, conveying feelings of maturity and consistency well above what was normal for his age.
Everything changed radically at the start of the second sleeve, and he did it thanks to a Davidovich who came out much more intense and faster on his legs. He was able to acquire the initiative with greater recurrence, found a good balance between aggressiveness and consistency, and soon opened up a gap on the scoreboard. However, Rune reacted with that particular brave character in him and that allows him to adapt his style of play to the demands of the moment. He insisted again and again from the rest, until he equalized the score, but Fokina uncovered the jar of essences and returned to an advantage that he would not let go until the end.
The equality on the scoreboard only increased the tension in the environment and the level of both competitors. Holger wanted to take more risks, and that led him to make mistakes that were summarily condemned by a very balanced Davidovich in his game. The superiority of Spanish during this third partial It was manifest, and this is attested by the fact that he did not have to face even a break ball, and finished in style. The battle raged again in the fourth set, where Rune re-enlisted at his best level and gained an advantage on the scoreboard. Alejandro seemed somewhat asleep, but he woke up when he was left to stay in the set, having up to three break balls. He could not materialize them due to the good work of the young Dane, who led the match to the final set.
Davidovich served from behind at 8-8 in the supertiebreak
In the fifth sleeve It is where the most consistent and most concentrated version was seen by both tennis players. Davidovich began generating concern from the rest, but the Dane raised the two break balls that he had and, from there, each skirmish by the receiver was responded to vehemently from the service. The man from Malaga recovered after two serving turns from a truly disturbing 0-30, something that gave him a lot of morale, also taking into account that he was always ahead on the scoreboard and that an inspirational game could help him tip the balance .
He had two golden opportunities in the tenth game, but Holger Rune He responded with a direct serve and, before that, with a daring climb into the net in which he hit two good volleys. In the next game, the tension could be cut with a knife and the man from Malaga made some unexpected mistakes. That put him in a tricky situation in the form of a break point against, which he resolved with an impressive winning drive. The final supertiebreak was inevitably reached, where unforgettable moments were lived.
The Spaniard came up with a 6-2 lead, but just when it seemed that Rune was running out of steam, he pulled out a winning return that catapulted him to a disturbing 6-5. There, Foki collected one of the best points of the entire match, finishing with a memorable volley. But what came next was almost more spectacular, with a ball from the Dane that touched the net and altered the entire point, resolved by the Spaniard with an impossible lob. Everything was up for him with a promising 8-5, but he got caught up in his usual nerves and gave up five consecutive points. cruel end to Alexander Davidovich in this Wimbledon 2023.
2023-07-08 18:19:14
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