On March 23, Barty, who is currently the world number one in women's tennis and has three Grand Slam champions, suddenly announced his retirement.
The day before yesterday, I analyzed the impact of Barty's retirement on the competitive landscape of the women's tennis world, see "Barty retired Swatek to the top, the women's tennis world will return to the Spring and Autumn Warring States or the unification of Qin?" 》。
Yesterday, I analyzed the deep reasons and underlying logic of Barty's decision from a philosophical point of view, see "Barty Explains the Reasons for Retirement, What Is the Difference Between Her Philosophy of Life and Us?" 》。
Barty's sudden retirement has caused a strong response in the tennis world, and all parties have commented and expressed their blessings to Barty. As an important influential figure in the tennis world, Nadal's uncle Tony Nadal wrote an article in the Spanish newspaper El País the day before yesterday, commenting in detail on Barty's retirement.
The following is the main content of Uncle Tony's article, which I compiled appropriately. This is also my last comment on the incident.
I (referring to Tony, the same below) thought it was a well-thought-out decision, certainly not an easy one. After listening to Barty's remarks, I have to say that this was an unusual decision, and I can only express my appreciation for her courage, and for the decision to give up all the benefits of world number one.
Inexplicably, Barty gave up on winning titles, on a record she could have expanded, and for all that could have been popular. The Australian tennis player, she fulfilled her dream, winning last year's Wimbledon and this year's Australian Open.
After fulfilling these dreams, Barty says she has given everything she has, exhausted and lacks emotional motivation, which has prevented her from continuing to compete at a high level. Barty also said he hopes to explore other areas to realize other unanswered dreams.
Indeed, elite sports create unbearable physical and mental stress. Constant uncertainty, extreme demands, and the desperate need for victory can lead to physical and mental exhaustion, which has a negative effect on those who aspire to success.
Barty's situation is not unique. Tim won his first Grand Slam, which allowed him to achieve a long-sought dream, saying he felt empty after winning the US Open and didn't have enough strength to continue his previous enthusiasm and intensity to fight. Fortunately for tennis, the Austrian player did not back down, his results only temporarily declined.
It's amazing how a person who has achieved extraordinary things in his field is in a hurry, especially since he's still young and has a long career ahead.
This has led me to link this news to a current phenomenon or trend that has emerged in the United States since the coronavirus pandemic and is even spreading to other countries. This phenomenon is known as the "resignation wave", that is, many people have given up their original jobs, and it is said that as many as 4 million people in the United States have quit their jobs in a month.
The CORONAVIRUS pandemic has completely changed people's minds, and more people are re-examining themselves, and they are reluctant to repeat the monotonous work and life of the past. They find themselves with other pursuits and goals, and these new things can bring new meaning to their lives. Thus, the "wave of resignation" appeared.
To be sure, this phenomenon is quite different from the situation that Barty is facing. She chose to go down the mountain after reaching the top of the mountain, rather than continuing to climb to another summit or staying at this height.
I regret that tennis has lost such a high level of athletes. We were thrilled by Barty's wonderful game, she also showed exemplary behaviour on the court and I think she made a significant contribution to the sport of tennis.
Luckily, our sport also has good players who are different from Barty. For example, Roger Federer, Andy Murray or Selena Williams. They have achieved great success, pushing the limits of their bodies and age again and again, and they are always striving to refresh and continue the years of exercise.
Barty's rapids at the age of 25, while people like Federer, Murray and Serena are still holding on, are both understandable and admirable. The only thing we can do is say goodbye to Barty with gratitude and blessings, hoping that she will pursue and complete the challenges that will bring her more peace and happiness.
(Source: Tennis House Compiler: Cirrus Cloud Shu)