China's rising tennis star Zheng Qinwen electrified Beijing’s Diamond Court with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over Argentina’s Nadia Podoroska on Monday, securing her spot in the China Open’s last 16. 🏆 The 21-year-old, fresh off her historic Paris Olympics gold, delivered 27 winners in a performance that had fans roaring for more!
Zheng, currently ranked World No. 7, showcased her signature power with clutch forehands and a jaw-dropping backhand down the line to break serve. 🌟 Despite a chilly start (“I needed time to warm up!” she laughed), Zheng locked in to save multiple break points and seal the match when Podoroska’s forehand found the net.
Up next? A rematch against Amanda Anisimova, whom Zheng defeated at the US Open last month. 🎯 “I’ll bring the same energy,” Zheng vowed, channeling her post-Olympic momentum.
Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka continued her fiery streak, claiming her 14th consecutive win to stay unbeaten this season. 🔥 The Belarusian powerhouse’s next opponent remains a hot topic as the tournament heats up!
