Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen delivered a masterclass at the China Open, bulldozing past Russia's Kamilla Rakhimova 6-1, 6-1 in just 65 minutes. The 21-year-old powerhouse, fresh off her historic Paris 2024 singles victory, left fans in awe with her blistering forehands and tactical precision. 🚀
Facing a packed Diamond Court crowd of 15,000, Zheng showcased why she's one of tennis' fastest-rising stars. 'I’ve been grinding in the gym – now I hit harder without maxing out my energy,' she grinned post-match, referencing her upgraded fitness routine. 💪
Zheng’s 2024 glow-up continues: after reaching her first Grand Slam final in Melbourne and a US Open quarterfinal run, she’s now eyeing WTA glory on home soil. Next challenge? Argentina’s Nadia Podoroska in the third round. 🔥
'Her power’s next-level,' admitted Rakhimova after the match. Meanwhile, Chinese fans are already dreaming of their hometown hero lifting the trophy. 🇨🇳🎉
