Qinwen Zheng Shines at US Open with Epic Victory Over Donna Vekic
Tuesday, 3 September 2024, 23:10
Qinwen Zheng's Epic Showdown Against Donna Vekic
In a thrilling match at the US Open, Qinwen Zheng faced Donna Vekic in a late-night battle that ended at 2:15 AM, setting a new record for the latest finish in a women’s match at the tournament. Zheng secured her spot in the quarter-finals with a score of 7-6, 4-6, 6-2, demonstrating her resilience and skill on the hard court.
Match Highlights
- First Set: The opening set was intense and closely contested, with both players holding serve.
- Tiebreak Performance: Vekic faltered at crucial moments, allowing Zheng to take the first set with a commanding 7-2 tiebreak.
- Crucial Breaks: The match swung in Zheng's favor when she established an early break in the decisive third set.
- Historic Achievement: Zheng is now the second Chinese woman to reach the US Open quarter-finals, following Li Na.
As she prepares to face world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng aims to continue her remarkable journey in New York and chase her first Grand Slam title.
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