In a dazzling display of skill at the WTA Italian Open, China's tennis sensation Zheng Qinwen advanced to the third round with remarkable poise and determination. In just 90 minutes, she secured her first clay-court win of the season, defeating Serbia's Olga Danilovic 6-1, 6-4. 🎾
After receiving a first-round bye in Rome, Zheng continued her impressive form, following a strong victory at the United Cup. Her early dominance on the clay court saw her race to a 5-0 lead in the opening set, setting the stage for an exhilarating showdown.
“Before going on court, I told myself I needed to be more consistent,” Zheng shared. Her focus on minimizing unforced errors and staying calm under pressure propelled her to overcome key break points and clinch the set with precision and an ace.
Looking ahead, she is gearing up to maintain this momentum at the Foro Italico and setting her sights on future challenges, including the French Open. Zheng's journey is an inspiring reminder for young fans everywhere that persistence and a cool mindset can lead to breakthrough moments both on and off the court! 🚀
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Zheng Qinwen clinches first clay-court win of season at Italian Open
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