Zheng Qinwen, the rising tennis star from China, thrilled fans at the Italian Open by advancing to the women's singles quarterfinals for the third consecutive year. On Monday, she secured a straight-sets victory over former U.S. Open champion Bianca Andreescu of Canada, winning 7-5, 6-1 in a match that kept everyone on the edge of their seats! 🎾✨
Starting strong with a 3-0 lead in the opening set, Zheng battled through tense moments—even overcoming a few double faults—to ultimately pull off a comeback highlighted by a jaw-dropping tweener shot. This between-the-legs maneuver not only electrified the crowd but also underscored her technical flair and determination. 🔥
Reflecting on her performance, Zheng noted, "After going up 3-0, I might have relaxed a bit and lost some focus, playing less aggressively. But what I'm most proud of is that when I made mistakes, I kept my calm and fought for every point." With that resilience powering her game, she now gears up to face top seed Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in the quarterfinals on clay.
This dynamic display of skill and grit is a reminder that passion and persistence always pay off—both on the court and in life. Stay tuned for more inspiring tennis action!
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Zheng Qinwen makes Italian Open quarterfinals for third straight time
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