In an exhilarating showdown in Guangzhou, the Chinese tennis team clinched a narrow 3-2 victory over Belgium in the Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs. After dominating the first day with a 2-0 lead, the Chinese mainland faced a fierce challenge as Belgium mounted a comeback.
The tension peaked during the second day matches. The initial women's singles battle saw Wang Xiyu narrowly defeated by Sofia Costoulas with scores of 7-5, 7-5. This loss brought the overall score to 2-1 in favor of China.
Determined to level the playing field, Belgium's Wei Sijia took on Hanne Vandewinkel in the fourth match. Despite a strong effort, Wei struggled to find her rhythm, losing both sets 6-3, which tied the score at 2-2 and set the stage for a decisive final match.
The fifth and final match was the women's doubles, featuring newcomers Guo Hanyu and Jiang Xinyu. Demonstrating remarkable teamwork and resilience, they overcame Costoulas and Vandewinkel with scores of 7-6 and 6-3, ultimately securing the 3-2 aggregate victory for China.
This hard-fought win propels the Chinese mainland into the qualification round for next year's Finals, highlighting their rising prowess in international tennis competitions and setting the stage for an exciting future in the sport.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
