In a thrilling matchup at the Italian Open, China's Zheng Qinwen advanced to the round of 16 after a dominant win over Poland's Magdalena Frech, finishing with a score of 6-3, 6-2. This achievement marks her third consecutive year reaching this stage, spotlighting her growing prowess on clay courts.
With explosive energy, Zheng raced to a 5-0 lead in the opening set, setting the tone for the match. Although Frech fought back, Zheng's steady play secured the first set, followed by a passionate roar that underlined her relentless determination. 😊
Reflecting on her game, Zheng explained, "I’ve lost to quite a few players on clay who just keep lobbing high balls at me. It gets on my nerves when they do that, so when I hit a winner, I just need to let it out to pump myself up." Her clever use of drop shots also disrupted Frech's rhythm, leading to a second-set win of 6-2.
Next up, Zheng is set to face former U.S. Open champion Bianca Andreescu of Canada, promising even more high-octane tennis. Stay tuned and get ready for more action on the clay! 🎾
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Zheng Qinwen beats Magdalena Frech to make Italian Open round of 16
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