Despite China’s players being eliminated from the singles matches at the Australian Open, the nation’s athletes are making significant strides in the doubles competitions. On Friday, Guo Hanyu, alongside her Russian partner Alexandra Panova, showcased remarkable resilience in the second round of the women’s doubles.
The duo faced a challenging start, dropping the first set 5-7 to the American pair of Sabrina Santamaria and Bernarda Pera. Unfazed, Guo and Panova mounted a spirited comeback in the second set, pushing it to a tiebreak and triumphing 7-6(1). Riding the wave of their momentum, they secured the final set 7-5, clinching a hard-fought victory to advance to the next round.
Their performance highlights the depth of talent among China’s doubles players and brings renewed excitement to fans back home. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Guo and Panova to see how far they can go in the competition.
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Chinese players advance in women's, mixed doubles at Australian Open
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