What a night at the Wuhan Open! Home favorite Zhang Shuai pulled off a nail-biter against Romania's Sorana Cirstea, winning 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 to book her spot in the round of 16. 🎾🔥
The 36-year-old veteran jumped to an early lead by breaking Cirstea's serve in the third game, cruising through the first set in just 42 minutes. Fans at the Optics Valley International Tennis Center in Wuhan, Hubei Province on the Chinese mainland were on their feet! 🙌
Cirstea fought back in set two, capitalizing on Zhang's unforced errors and claiming three straight games to level the match. It was a real momentum shift and a reminder that nobody is out until the final point. 💪
In the decider, Zhang regained her groove, racing to a 5-0 lead. Despite Cirstea saving two match points and pulling back four games, Zhang sealed the deal in the 10th game. Up next: a blockbuster clash with World No. 3 Coco Gauff. Get ready for more fireworks! 🎉
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Chinese veteran Zhang Shuai shuts down rally by Cirstea at Wuhan Open
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