Zhang Shuai is on fire! 🔥 The homegrown tennis star thrilled fans at the China Open in Beijing on Sunday, cruising past Belgium's Greet Minnen 6-2, 6-3. This victory propels her into the Round of 16 for the fourth time in her career. 🎾
In the first set, both players held their nerve, each winning their opening serves. But Zhang turned up the heat, breaking Minnen twice to take a commanding 5-2 lead. With two aces to kick off the eighth game, she slammed the door on the first set. Ace it like Zhang! 💪
The second set was a rollercoaster! 🎢 Both players upped their game, with Zhang breaking Minnen's serve to go up 1-0. But Minnen fought back, leveling the score immediately. The crowd was buzzing as Zhang secured another break to lead 3-1, but Minnen wasn't giving up, clawing back to even the score.
Ultimately, Zhang's experience shone through as she maintained her composure to seal the match. The Beijing crowd erupted in cheers as she punched her ticket to the next round. Next stop: Round of 16! Let's go, Zhang! 🙌
Stay tuned as Zhang continues her quest for glory at the China Open. Could this be her year to shine brighter than ever? ✨
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Home veteran Zhang Shuai continues to progress at China Open
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