Chapter 454: First in the Group, New Opponent

"Alexander (general) actually lost?!"

Off the field.

The representatives of the Swiss team looked blank.

In their eyes, Amadis is a god-like existence. It is the professional identity of the opponent that allows the Swiss team to secure the No. 2 position in the big4.

at the same time.

It also makes them proud of their team.

It can be said that of the entire World Cup team, only the German team can make them fearful. The other opponents are just insignificant roles for the Swiss team in this year's World Cup.

However.

Full of self-confidence, they were almost at their best, but they were in a formal duel. They were defeated three times in a row by the Japanese team, which was ranked 20 places behind them.

Ranbir, Henry.

Federer, Pugu.

These people are the most elite players of the Swiss team. Even if they are placed in other teams, they are still the absolute main players, and they are even treated as core players.

Plus Amadeus, a professional master.

With such a lineup, they are confident that even if they encounter the German team, they can give it a try. As a result, no one expected that they would suffer such a disastrous defeat.

If they hadn't seen it with their own eyes, I'm afraid no one would believe such a score. If you don't even look at the team's name, you will think that the score of the game is reversed.

But that's what it is.

The Swiss team was defeated, and in a real sense, they were defeated by their opponents. Especially in the singles 3 match, their leader was undoubtedly completely crushed.

"Shin Ishikawa."

Feeling that there was not much physical energy left in his body, Amadeus raised his head with difficulty and stared at his opponent.

It’s so frustrating.

He clearly felt that his mental power had completed its transformation after experiencing the tempering of the illusion. If all of them exploded, Ishikawa's offensive might not be able to lock down the 10-body field.

But.

The other party shattered his unrealistic thoughts with just one serve.

powerful!

Too strong!

At this moment, in the eyes of Amadis, Ishikawa's image suddenly became more mysterious. Looking at his opponent's dainty appearance, he even had a vague suspicion that the opponent was still hiding!

"If he has a stronger ability besides the Wuwu consciousness and Araya consciousness."

Think of this.

The leader of the Swiss team couldn't help but feel his heart tremble.

How terrible!

He has never seen a person as calm and as hidden as the other party. What's even more frightening is that the other party's age is heart-stopping.

12 years old!

Looking through the entire history of tennis, he could not find a character who could compare with his opponent.

No surprises.

The future of tennis will definitely be under the rule of the other party.

"The premise is"

Taking a breath, an image of a bald man with a thin face and sharp eyes appeared in Amadis' mind.

"If he can defeat that person, he will have grasped the key to dominating the tennis world."

Unlike Amadeus.

The [Philosopher of Victory] of the German team is truly a top-notch professional player. In this summer's German competition, the opponent even defeated the world's number one Novak Brynner.

It can be said.

In today's World Cup, the opponent is the only true god-like existence. It’s other players who can’t cross the mountains of the past.

In the history of tennis, there has never been a shortage of super newcomers who are sought after by the media and suppressed by veterans who have reached retirement age.

"Hmm."

but.

When Ishikawa turned his eyes and the two looked at each other, Amadeus's heart trembled again.

This moment.

He actually had the illusion that his thoughts were completely seen through by the other party.

"No!"

"It's not an illusion!"

Amadeus clenched his fists subconsciously, and a thought emerged deep in his heart: "He has more hidden strength than I imagined. Maybe even that person can't stop him!"

"Hurry up, hurry up!!"

In the stands.

A group of young men wearing coats with stars and stripes appeared from the passage above. The leader, a handsome young man with a bun, said anxiously: "I heard that the Swiss team has lost two games in a row, and now it's the third singles 3, and Amadeus has been forced to use it. The right to change players.”

Chico Balentin.

One of the main players of Team USA.

Everyone else is also a master of Team USA. This group of people had just finished the match with the Indian team and rushed over as quickly as possible.

"No need to worry."

A blond young man with a broad face and some freckles smiled and said: "Amadeus is a professional player. Even if he can't beat the Japanese team's leader, he can definitely last for a long time."

Alan Hopkins.

The vice-captain of the American team also has super strength. This time in the Indian team, it was he who took action and defeated Tarun Sharma, the strongest player in his team.

After the game.

The captain of the Indian team was sent directly to the hospital. Rumor has it the situation is quite serious. It can be seen how terrifying this young man who smiles very naturally is.

"Alexander Amadeus. That's a professional player."

Among several people.

A black youth who tied up his dreadlocks and soared into the sky like a broom also spoke up: "No matter how strong that guy named Ishikawa is, he can't win in 30 minutes, right?"

"Uh"

But at this moment, the tall blond youth walking in front paused.

"What's wrong, Ralph?"

Valentin asked curiously.

"It's over."

The blond youth with a white headband on his head, the captain of the American team, Ralph Reinhardt, said in a deep voice.

"Amadeus lost!"

"What?!"

"How is it possible!"

Hearing this.

The eyes of the representatives of the American team all trembled.

That's Amadeus!

In this year's World Cup, except for Polk of the German team, he is the only high school student with a professional identity (singles). It can be said that he is second to none.

Even though they are very confident in Reinhardt, they are not sure whether the opponent can defeat Amadeus. Even if he can win, the time spent is definitely a terrifying number.

But.

How long has this game been over?

Could 20 minutes have passed since they heard that Amadeus was on the field?

This match time was too exaggerated. If they hadn't seen it with their own eyes, I'm afraid no one would believe it.

Looking at the score on the electronic scoreboard again, several people's eyes were shocked again.

"1-6?!"

Hopkins narrowed his eyes, and an extremely strong sense of fear arose in his heart.

Just now, he had strongly defeated the main player of the Indian team. The opponent's old illness recurred and he fell to the ground, but when he was carried away, the opponent turned around and told him about the horror of the Japanese team.

Especially this guy named Ishikawa, who would make the American team pay a heavy price.

At that time, he didn't take this to heart at all. He thought it was just nonsense after the opponent's defeat.

But now.

After witnessing Ishikawa defeat Amadeus with his own eyes, he completely put away his contempt.

"Ishikawa Shin!"

Standing on a high place, Reinhardt's eyes were locked on the black-haired boy on the court.

"The match between Switzerland and Japan in Group B of this group match has ended."

On the high chair.

The referee said with a serious face: "Japan won 3-0!"

As soon as this was said.

The atmosphere on the scene became even more heavy.

Only in a corner of the stands, the alternate representatives of the high school and junior high school students of the Japanese team were celebrating.

"Switzerland lost"

Although it was only a group match, it did not mean that the Swiss team had all its strength. But the faces of the representatives of other countries all looked extremely solemn.

Because they knew that the Swiss team's lineup in this match could be said to have reached at least 85% of the strongest lineup.

The only thing missing was the appearance of No.2 Tasta.

But.

Switzerland lost three games in a row in this match.

That means that even if Tasta appeared, it would not change the final result of this game.

Even

even if Tasta really appeared, he might not be able to win against the main players of the other two teams of the Japanese team.

Ghost Jujiro has already proved himself in the duel with the Greek team's main player Zeus. Although Byodoin has not yet made any real shots, no one doubts his strength as he was the No.1 player of the Japanese team before.

"It seems that they are the most terrible dark horse in this World Cup!"

Reinhardt said.

He is usually optimistic and smiling, but his face looks very serious at this time.

Because he can already feel that in the next finals, he may meet the team in the quarterfinals or semifinals.

You know, even the incomplete Japanese team has already defeated the Swiss team with almost all the top combat power. If it is against the Japanese team that is going all out, even if Reinhardt is confident in the lineup of the American team, he dare not say that he can win.

More importantly, Echizen Ryuga, who was originally the most important part of his plan, disappeared without a trace.

This completely disrupted Reinhardt's plan.

It also made him feel very uncomfortable when arranging the troops for each game.

"Go back."

Just as the American players entered the stands, Reinhardt shook his head and said, "We don't have time to waste here."

After saying that, he turned and left.

"Ralph..."

Valentin was stunned: "It's just a game. Even if we play, we can beat the Swiss team!"

Hearing this.

The black youth Dudu Obondu next to him scratched his head with a wry smile, and Hopkins also laughed helplessly.

Although what Valentin said was actually one of the tactics they formulated for this World Cup. But it was still a bit too arrogant to say it like that.

"Maybe his mind is not on the game."

Turning his head and looking at Reinhardt's back, Hopkins shook his head and said, "Let's go back too, don't make Ralph embarrassed."

"Yeah."

The others nodded one after another.

They all knew that because of some problems, their main player and the coaching staff were unhappy. It was just because of Reinhardt's indispensability and his strong cohesion for the team.

Otherwise, their main player would have changed his name long ago.

Therefore.

Others, led by Hopkins, are doing their best to help Reinhardt maintain his dignity as captain. They always like to run around, but they seem to be extraordinarily disciplined in recent days.

They didn't want to affect Reinhardt's plan because of themselves.

"but."

Glancing at Reinhard's back again, a sharp look flashed in Hopkins' eyes.

Because he vaguely guessed what the other party would do next.

"Winning!!!"

When the American team left, the representatives of the Japanese team outside the stadium looked at their returning captain in awe, and they all expressed admiration and emotion.

When more people looked at Ishikawa, their eyes suddenly became more awed.

Before that.

Although the opponent defeated Byodoin, Oni, Qp and others, after all, they could not be truly regarded as professional players. At least in the subconscious mind of many people, the gap between professionals and non-professionals is still very large.

but.

This game completely proved Ishikawa's strength.

Defeating Amadeus means that the opponent is no longer the professional master he is secretly considered to be. But it is truly genuine and has a professional-level identity.

The most significant change is the crazy flashing lights all around.

That's right.

At this time, Ishikawa has suddenly become a hot rising star in the eyes of the media. Especially because of his exaggerated age, the major media have even thought about what kind of headlines to use.

As a result, they were disappointed.

Ishikawa defeated Amadeus and led Japan to its third victory in the group stage. Completely ignoring the reporters who were about to approach, he stood behind Mifune and left with the team.

To this.

Including the head coach of the Swiss team, as well as players such as Amadeus and Tasta, their views on Ishikawa are undoubtedly higher.

"As expected, the one who can stop the King's record of ten consecutive victories is the Japanese team led by this man!"

The old man spoke quietly.

Others nodded in approval.

certainly.

They didn't give up either.

This is just a duel in the group stage, and what follows is the elimination stage in the true sense, with no way out.

According to the group rankings, the Swiss team ranks second in points and has been determined to advance to the next round.

The Swiss team also has a chance.

As long as they are not too unlucky in the next draw and draw the two teams Germany and Japan, it will be fine.

But it's a pity.

This is just their beautiful imagination.

That afternoon.

While the top 16 of the World Cup were determined, the draw results for the remaining games were also released.

The Swiss team did not meet the Japanese team again, but they met the German team, which had a record of ten consecutive world championships.

The Japanese team, on the other hand, has drawn a brand new opponent in the 16th to 8th round.

"No one else has such luck!"

In a hotel room in downtown Melbourne, looking at the duel list on the table, the faces of everyone on the American team looked very solemn.

Because their opponent was the Japanese team that strongly defeated the second Swiss team in the world in the morning match!

Facing such a powerful enemy, no one can be happy.

"Right."

As if thinking of something, Balentin looked around and said in surprise: "Where is Ralph?"

Everyone was stunned when they heard this.

yes!

The draw results have come out. Facing the Japanese team, the strongest super dark horse in this World Cup, everyone has no idea.

But Reinhardt, who should have stepped forward at this time to stabilize people's hearts, was nowhere to be seen.

"Him?"

Seeing everyone's puzzled expressions, Hopkins sighed and said with emotion: "He is looking for a way to defeat the Japanese team in the next game."