Chinese tennis star Wang Xinyu delivered a stunning performance at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, defeating Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko 6-4, 6-4 on Friday. This victory marks her second consecutive third-round appearance at the tournament, matching her career-best result.
Ostapenko, a former French Open champion, struggled with unforced errors despite an early lead in the first set. Wang capitalized on her opponent's faltering momentum, rallying from a 2-0 deficit to claim the opener. A decisive break in the seventh game shifted the match in Wang's favor, showcasing her improved consistency under pressure.
The second set saw Wang dominate early with a 2-0 advantage. Though Ostapenko briefly rallied after an emotional outburst, Wang's precision and two critical aces in the eighth game sealed the win. The 22-year-old has now positioned herself as a rising contender in Asian sports, with her next challenge against American fourth seed Jessica Pegula.
Wang's progress highlights the growing influence of Chinese athletes in global tennis, offering fresh inspiration for Asia's sports enthusiasts and diaspora communities.
