The rain might have tried to steal the show at Roland Garros, but China's tennis sensations Zhang Zhizhen, Zheng Qinwen, and Wang Xinyu weren't having any of it! ☔🎾 Under gloomy Paris skies, these athletes powered through the elements to secure their spots in the French Open's third round. 🙌
Zhang Zhizhen, the 27-year-old from Shanghai, faced off against Italy's Lorenzo Sonego in a match that was anything but ordinary. Starting on Wednesday, the game was halted due to heavy rain, only to resume on Thursday. Zhang emerged victorious with a score of 7-5, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, marking his second straight year reaching this stage at Roland Garros. Talk about determination! 💪
\"Playing a match over two days has its ups and downs,\" Zhang shared. \"The good thing was I could rest and recover, but on the flip side, I've got to keep playing without much of a break.\" He'll need that energy as he gears up to face World No. 9 Stefanos Tsitsipas next. 🔥
Zhang isn't new to making waves on the court. Last year, he made his Grand Slam breakthrough by advancing to the round of 32 at Roland Garros. And let's not forget his recent triumph at the Hangzhou Asian Games, where he clinched the gold medal. 🥇
Meanwhile, compatriots Zheng Qinwen and Wang Xinyu also braved the weather to advance, showcasing the strength and depth of Chinese tennis talent on the world stage. 🌍👏
Despite the rain delays, spirits are high, and the excitement is palpable. As Zhang and his fellow athletes continue their journey, fans around the globe are tuning in to cheer them on. Let's go, team! 🎉🇨🇳
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
