Chinese tennis sensation Zheng Qinwen is making waves as she advances to the last 16 of the Wuhan Open after a straight-sets victory over wild card Jaqueline Cristian in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province. 🌟
Fresh off celebrating her 22nd birthday 🎉 on Tuesday, Zheng sat down with CGTN Sports Scene to chat about her expectations for the Wuhan Open and how she's handling the growing attention from media and fans. 📸
\"My expectation in the Wuhan Open is just to give my best in every single match,\" Zheng told Sports Scene's Shen Xiang. \"Of course, I'd like to progress as far as I can so people can watch me more on the tennis court. But, you know, no pressure. I just want to keep myself playing with a calm mood and focus on every day.\"
To stay grounded amidst the buzz, Zheng limits her time on social media. \"I'm trying to use less social media and keep myself in the real world instead of on the internet,\" she shared. 📵
While she appreciates the spotlight, Zheng acknowledges the pressure and responsibility that come with it. \"It's tough to control winning or losing. You can only do what you can on that day,\" she said.
As one of China's brightest tennis stars, Zheng has some advice for the next generation: \"When you enjoy the sport, you'll give more energy and have more passion. That means you're going to put more into tennis training, your diet, your fitness. It's not easy to do that 365 days a year—it's easy for a week maybe—but if you want to reach a high level, you need to remain disciplined.\"
With her talent and determination, Zheng Qinwen is a player to watch, and she's inspiring many young athletes to chase their dreams. 💪✨
Reference(s):
Zheng Qinwen on expectations for Wuhan Open, life after Olympic gold
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