China's reigning Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen has carved a new chapter at the WTA Charleston Open by reaching the quarterfinals for the very first time! With relentless energy and a killer backhand, Zheng clinched her 13th consecutive win on clay by defeating Belgium's Elise Mertens in a match full of twists and rallies.
From the start, Zheng showed off her offensive flair, scoring her very first point with a dazzling backhand that set the tone for the match. She dominated the first set 6-3 when Mertens sent a return sailing long. Although Mertens came back strong in the second set—using powerful volleys to take it 6-0—Zheng was far from finished.
The decisive third set saw Zheng fully harness her power advantage. A well-timed play forced Mertens into the net, handing Zheng a 6-3 win that secured her spot in the quarterfinals. Next up, she's set to take on ninth seed Ekaterina Alexandrova of Russia. 🎾🔥
This milestone not only highlights Zheng’s extraordinary talent but also promises even more electrifying tennis action ahead!
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China's Zheng reaches Charleston Open quarterfinals for first time
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