Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen has smashed personal records by ascending to World No. 4 in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings, marking a historic milestone for Asian athletes in global sports. The 22-year-old's meteoric rise follows a standout performance at London's Queen's Club Championships, where she reached her first grass-court semifinal ahead of Wimbledon.
Zheng's 6-2, 6-4 victory over British favorite Emma Raducanu electrified crowds and showcased her adaptability to fast-paced surfaces. This achievement builds on her recent French Open quarterfinal breakthrough, where she defeated Russia's Liudmila Samsonova in a gripping three-set match.
As the reigning Olympic champion, Zheng's technical precision and powerful baseline game continue drawing comparisons to Chinese tennis legend Li Na. Her progress signals growing Chinese influence in international tennis, with analysts predicting strong Wimbledon prospects given her improved net play and service consistency.
