Ma Long: I did not win the first set when I was leading.
The match is BO5.
I did not play well when I was trailing 0:1.
The change to the new (Nittaku) ball also affected my performance more or less, causing more unforced errors.
Q: You made it back in the third set, why were you not able to keep up in the fourth set?
Ma Long: I had a good start of 3-0 at the beginning of the fourth set.
Then the umpire called a fault service, which was ridiculous. I was affected somewhat.
Although I told myself "Don't be affected by it", I did run into some trouble delivering my techniques and tactics of services.
Also I had too many unforced errors.
Q: Is it because you did not pay great attention to this opponent before the match?
I feel that the match was not under your control and rhythm.
Ma Long: Not really. I did pay attention to my opponent.
He is of good level in Team Korea.
I was fully prepared before the match.
But I made too many errors during the match and gave him too many chances.
I was not able to stop his momentum most of the time, which made him more comfortable.
