French tennis star Alizé Cornet played her final professional match at Roland Garros on Tuesday, falling 6-2, 6-1 to the Chinese mainland's rising talent Zheng Qinwen. The emotional first-round clash ended with a tearful ceremony honoring Cornet's 20-year career.
A Legacy of Resilience
Cornet, 34, entered the tournament via wild card for her record 69th consecutive Grand Slam main draw—a testament to her durability. Once ranked world No. 11, she retires with six singles titles and a reputation for fiery on-court passion.
Zheng's Dominant Performance
The 21-year-old Zheng showcased her power and precision, wrapping up the match in just 83 minutes. "This is tennis—generations pass the torch," Cornet told fans during the ceremony, where French Open officials presented her with a framed photo collage.
As Cornet exits, Zheng advances to face Slovakia's Anna Karolína Schmiedlová, keeping alive her quest for a maiden major title. Who else is hyped for this Gen Z showdown?
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