
Zheng Qinwen Defeats Rybakina for First WTA Finals Victory in Riyadh
Zheng Qinwen of China secured her first win at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, defeating Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan in a three-set match to keep her semifinal hopes alive.
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Zheng Qinwen of China secured her first win at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, defeating Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan in a three-set match to keep her semifinal hopes alive.
Alexander Zverev dominated Ugo Humbert 6-2, 6-2 in the Paris Masters final, reclaiming his career-high number two spot in the world rankings.
Max Verstappen showcased extraordinary skill at the F1 Brazilian Grand Prix, winning from 17th on the grid. His victory in São Paulo brings him closer to securing his fourth consecutive championship title.
At the World Snooker International Championship in Nanjing, Ding Junhui swept Reanne Evans with a 6-0 victory, advancing to the last 64. Ronnie O’Sullivan also progressed after defeating Mink Nutcharut.
Japan secured a commanding 5-0 victory over China to win the inaugural IIHF Ice Hockey Women’s Asia Championship in Beijing, marking a significant moment in Asian women’s ice hockey.
The Xinjiang Flying Tigers overcame a 15-point deficit to defeat the Zhejiang Lions 107-104 in overtime, concluding the first stage of the CBA regular season.
Shanghai Port secured their second consecutive Chinese Super League title with a 5-0 victory over Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, as star striker Wu Lei broke the single-season scoring record with 34 goals.
South Korean esports team T1, led by Faker, clinched their fifth League of Legends World Championship title in London after defeating China’s Bilibili Gaming.
China’s Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen lost her opening match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, falling to world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-4. Zheng looks to rebound in her debut at the prestigious event.
China concluded the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Singapore with a total of 12 medals, including two golds and one bronze on the final day of the short-course series.
China wrapped up the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Singapore with a total of 12 medals, concluding the final stop of this season’s short-course series.
Alexander Zverev defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas 7-5, 6-4 in the Paris Masters quarterfinals, ending Tsitsipas’ hopes of reaching the ATP Finals. Zverev advances to face Holger Rune in the semifinals.
Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new head coach, signing him from Sporting CP on a contract until June 2027.
The Shanxi Loongs staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Guangdong Southern Tigers 103-99, overcoming a 19-point deficit in an exciting CBA matchup in Dongguan.
Chinese swimmers Pan Zhanle, Qin Haiyang, and Tang Qianting secured three more gold medals at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Singapore, showcasing China’s dominance in the pool.
China’s Yuan Yue advanced to the Hong Kong Open semifinals after defeating Sofia Kenin 6-3, 6-3. She will face Katie Boulter next for a spot in the final.
With the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup approaching, the 16 qualified teams have been announced. Host nation China prepares to defend its title in Chengdu from December 1 to 8.
FIFA and the Chinese mainland are joining forces to enhance youth football development, aiming to unlock the nation’s vast potential in the sport.
Wang Lanqin scored 23 points to lead the Liaoning Flying Leopards to a 116-100 victory over the Fujian Sturgeons in Quanzhou, marking their seventh win of the CBA season.
China’s Qin Haiyang wins gold in the men’s 100m breaststroke at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Singapore, leading a successful first day for Chinese athletes.