Chinese mainland tennis star Zheng Qinwen continued her hot streak at the Italian Open, defeating former U.S. Open champion Bianca Andreescu of Canada 7-5, 6-1 to secure her third straight quarterfinal appearance at the WTA 1000 event.
The match opened with Zheng racing to a 3-0 lead before Andreescu fought back. After exchanging breaks, Zheng found herself under pressure at 4-5. But she broke back at a critical moment, rolling to a 7-5 first set despite six double faults, a testament to her resilience.
In the second set, Zheng turned up the aggression. She stormed to a 4-0 lead, weathered a brief response, then closed out the set 6-1. The highlight came in a dazzling tweener that brought the crowd to its feet and showcased her confidence under fire.
"Even when I made mistakes, I kept calm and fought for every point," Zheng said. "That mindset helped me stay aggressive and enjoy the match."
Next up is top seed Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus. It will be their first meeting on clay, and Zheng plans to combine consistency with well-timed attacks to challenge Sabalenka's power.
With momentum on her side, Zheng Qinwen is a player to watch as the Italian Open reaches its climax. Her blend of composure and flair reflects the rise of a new generation in global tennis.
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Zheng Qinwen makes Italian Open quarterfinals for third straight time
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