Hangzhou, China — 🎾 China's top-ranked men's tennis player, Zhang Zhizhen, dazzled fans as he cruised into the quarterfinals of the ATP Hangzhou Open with a commanding 6-3, 6-0 victory over Italy's Mattia Bellucci on Saturday.
Bellucci tried to hold his ground, saving a break point while trailing 4-3 in the first set. But Zhang was unstoppable! He clinched the break and sealed the set 6-3 with an ace that had the crowd roaring. 🙌
The 27-year-old rising star was back on home turf for the first time since his impressive run at the Shanghai Masters last October. And boy, did he make it count! 🌟
Ranked World No. 48, Zhang dominated the second set, showcasing a series of spectacular shots that left the audience on the edge of their seats. With powerful deep shots and lightning speed, he wrapped up the match 6-0, sending Bellucci packing in just 77 minutes. ⚡️
Up next, Zhang faces Spain's Roberto Carballes Baena in the quarterfinals. 🔥 Can he keep the momentum going?
Meanwhile, fellow Chinese player Bu Yunchaokete is set to clash with Kazakhstan's Mikhail Kukushkin in another exciting quarterfinal matchup—their first encounter ever! 🎾 Who's ready for more action?
Stay tuned for more electrifying moments from the ATP Hangzhou Open! 🚀✨
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Zhang defeats Bellucci to advance to ATP Hangzhou Open quarterfinals
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