Zheng Qinwen of China secured a decisive victory over compatriot Wang Xinyu, triumphing 6-3, 6-4 in the women’s singles semifinals at the Wuhan Open in Wuhan, central China’s Hubei Province, on Saturday. With this win, Zheng advances to the final where she will face Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus for the championship title.
The match was historic as Zheng and Wang became the first two home players to reach the semifinals at this tournament, marking a significant achievement for Chinese tennis. The first set unfolded with intensity, as both players broke each other’s serve once within their first three service games, leveling the score at 3-3. Zheng, the Paris Olympic gold medalist, showcased her resilience by holding her serve in the seventh game, delivering a flawless love game in the eighth, and maintaining her momentum to clinch a 1-0 lead.
The second set escalated into an open battle, featuring a total of five break points converted by both athletes. Zheng broke Wang’s serve in the first, seventh, and ninth games, while Wang countered with breaks in the second and eighth. Zheng’s unwavering consistency proved to be her greatest asset, enabling her to seal the match with a commanding ace.
As Zheng prepares to face Sabalenka in the final, anticipation builds for what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the Wuhan Open. The encounter will not only test Zheng’s skill and determination but also highlight the rising prominence of Chinese players on the international tennis stage.
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Zheng Qinwen to face Aryna Sabalenka for championship at Wuhan Open
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