Chinese tennis sensation Shang Juncheng, 19, electrified fans with a stunning comeback to secure his spot in the ATP Hong Kong Open semifinals . After dropping the first set 1-6 against Hungary’s Fabian Marozsan, the world No. 50 roared back with his signature speed and precision, clinching the next two sets 6-3, 6-4 in a nail-biting showdown
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Shang, who made history last year as the first Chinese teen to crack the Top 100, channeled his signature grit to outmaneuver Marozsan. A razor-sharp sliced winner in the second set ignited the crowd, while Marozsan’s wayward forehand sealed Shang’s victory .
Next up? A blockbuster clash with Japanese wildcard Kei Nishikori, who earlier defeated Britain’s Cameron Norrie. Can Shang keep his Cinderella run alive?
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Shang sees off Maroszan for place in ATP Hong Kong Open semifinals
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