In a thrilling encounter at the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships, China's Zheng Qinwen faced a tough loss against American Peyton Stearns on Wednesday. The match, initially set for Tuesday but delayed due to weather conditions, saw Zheng take an early lead by winning the first set 6-3.
However, Stearns mounted a remarkable comeback, clinching the next two sets 6-4 each, resulting in a 2-1 setback for Zheng. This defeat marks Zheng's third consecutive second-round exit this season, following early exits at the Australian Open and the Doha event.
The loss in Dubai is poised to impact Zheng's world ranking, potentially threatening her position within the top eight players globally. Despite the setback, Zheng remains focused on her upcoming participation in the Sunshine Double tournaments in North America, aiming to bounce back and improve her standing.
Reference(s):
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