Jiu-jitsu is a skill that is very suitable for girls and relatively less strong boys.
Jiu-jitsu fully utilizes leverage and body advantage, avoiding direct confrontation of strength and brute force with the opponent!
This was the strategy formulated by the experts after studying the physical characteristics of Tang Long and Scarseniitis.
Tang Long did not argue; everyone was approaching it from a scientific perspective. Who could have imagined he had other bonuses?
He continued practicing with the experts until past twelve midnight, which was also to help him conserve his energy.
The next morning, Tang Long was woken up early and continued his training.
As soon as he arrived at the training hall, Tang Long saw all the team members gathered there, looking at him with smiles. Even Jonas was present in the training hall.
His expression was calm, but there was more than a hint of concern.
"You guys..."
To be honest, it was impossible not to be moved.
Guo Qiang came over and patted his shoulder, saying, "I'm telling you, this match is being broadcast by thousands of TV stations worldwide. You absolutely must fight hard and not lose to Scarseniitis!"
"Cheer up, we're all on your side!"
"Beat that foreigner, we absolutely believe in you!"
The teammates high-fived Tang Long one by one.
By the afternoon, the boxing arena, which could accommodate tens of thousands of people, was packed to capacity. Tens of thousands more spectators were gathered outside, with the five-star red flag fluttering in the wind!
Media professionals from all over the world also flocked to the venue, both inside and out, their cameras and microphones capturing the grand spectacle of this Olympic event.
Seeing such a grand scene, the basketball executives felt their hearts tremble with excitement!
They were excited that basketball's popularity had finally surpassed football, and they trembled because the outcome of this match was no longer merely a matter of sports.
When Tang Long appeared, the venue erupted in thunderous cheers. Hundreds of thousands of people chanted Tang Long's name in unison. What a magnificent sight!
Scarlett and the other two walking beside Tang Long had never witnessed such a spectacle. Even the award ceremonies in Hollywood, USA, didn't have such a grand scale.
As they walked beside Tang Long, cameras flashed incessantly. The media seemed afraid to miss any detail.
Scarlett and the others knew that they were now completely famous.
As long as Tang Long defeated Scarseniitis in this match, the women standing beside Tang Long would surely be adored by the entire world!
Not to mention anything else, just the interviews with global television stations would be enough to grant them world-shattering fame!
Forget Hollywood stars; they would soon become globally renowned actresses. What Hollywood star could compare to such fame?
"Tang, what are your thoughts on this match?"
"Tang Long, why did you propose a duel with Scarseniitis?"
"Tang, if you lose this match, will you consider yourself a sinner of Longguo?"
As soon as they reached the entrance, countless reporters swarmed them, holding up their microphones.
It was like a horde of zombies seeing a bleeding human, they rushed forward en masse, even breaking through the wall formed by hundreds of security guards.
If it weren't for a second line of defense formed by regular soldiers, Tang Long might not have been able to get inside.
"Xiao Tian, come here."
Tang Long waved his hand, calling Lin Xiao Tian over.
With Tang Long's permission, Lin Xiao Tian squeezed through the impenetrable wall of reporters.
Tang Long winked at him and said, "You're allowed to ask one question."
"Huh?"
Lin Xiao Tian was stunned. There were thousands of reporters outside.
All these reporters were being kept out, and Tang Long hadn't accepted any interviews, yet he had called him over in front of so many people.
This honor was absolutely top-tier; how could he not be shocked?
"What are you spacing out for? Don't you have a question prepared?"
"Ah... yes!"
Lin Xiao Tian had indeed prepared one.
"Tang Long, I have a question for you. Everyone knows you are a gentleman on the court and have good relationships in the NBA. Why did you propose a duel to Scarseniitis at the end of the game?"
Tang Long gave Lin Xiao Tian a thumbs-up in his heart.
This was a good question.
"Scarseniitis could provoke us on the court, but he couldn't make indecent gestures to provoke the fans and Longguo!"
"Although sports have no borders, sportsmen do. If this happened in another country, I believe any spirited player would do the same, unless that country lacks spirit!"
"Well said!"
Tang Long's answer immediately garnered countless applause.
"Dear reporters, I know you have many questions. We will have a press conference after the match, where you can ask freely."
Captain Guo stepped forward at this moment to help Tang Long deal with the reporters.
According to usual practice, such a highly anticipated event would definitely have a pre-match press conference, but Captain Guo had blocked it.
Who knew what kind of tricky questions these reporters might ask? If their questions affected Tang Long's mindset, it could impact the duel.
Under the protection of security personnel, Tang Long entered the arena, where Gilbert greeted him with a cheerful smile.
"Tang, do you know how many TV stations are broadcasting this duel?"
"One thousand five hundred and forty-five."
Gilbert roared with excitement.
This was all money!
However, at this moment, the boss showed no signs of his usual demeanor.
"Mr. Gilbert, perhaps it's best to speak after Tang Long's match. For now, let's not affect Tang Long's mindset, so he can concentrate."
"Yes, Mr. Guo, you are absolutely right."
Gilbert was also a beneficiary of Tang Long's victory. When he returned to the NBA, the league's attention would be a hundred times what it was now, so he naturally heeded Guo Qiang's words.
"Mr. Tang, this way, please!"
As the assistant referee was about to lead Tang Long to the ring, a man, who had somehow squeezed through the crowd, appeared. Just as everyone tensed up, thinking he was an assailant, the man headed straight for Gilbert.
"Mr. Gilbert, my name is Musk. I've tried to see you several times, but your secretary said you were busy, so I had to take the liberty of coming here."
"I'm sorry, but I still need to watch Tang brutally beat that arrogant guy. You can schedule a time with my secretary."
Gilbert waved his hand impatiently, trying to dismiss the annoying man.
If it were in the past, Gilbert might have given him a business card, but no one could distract him from cheering for Tang Long.
Moreover, with the financial crisis happening, countless people were looking for loans, and Gilbert had no intention of cooperating with such a stranger he had never heard of.
"Mr. Gilbert..."
Musk tried to say more, but security personnel had already lifted him, preparing to escort him out.
"Wait!"
Tang Long turned his head.
It was indeed this guy.
During the US financial crisis in '08, Tesla was also on the verge of bankruptcy and desperately needed funding.
"This is my business card. Call me after I defeat Scarseniitis!"