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Zheng Qinwen's Incredible Comeback: Advances to US Open Quarter-Finals

Zheng Qinwen, the Paris Olympics gold medallist, pulled off a remarkable comeback to defeat Iga Swiatek and reach the US Open quarter-finals.

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Zheng Qinwen, the Paris Olympics gold medallist, continued her stunning US Open run on Monday, rallying from a 5-0 deficit in the first set to defeat six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek. With this win, Zheng, who is currently ranked 121st after struggling with elbow surgery, became the first qualifier or lucky loser to beat Swiatek at a Grand Slam. She will next face world number two Elena Rybakina.

Remarkable Comeback

Zheng's victory over Swiatek marks her second consecutive match where she has staged a remarkable comeback. In her previous match, she saved a match point and won the last seven games to shock Madison Keys. This time, after falling behind 5-0 in the first set, Zheng reeled off seven straight games to level the match. She then broke Swiatek twice in the second set to clinch the win.

Rybakina and Gauff Advance

Elena Rybakina, the reigning Australian Open champion, cruised past a hurting Naomi Osaka 6-1, 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals. If Rybakina beats Zheng, she will seize the number one ranking from Aryna Sabalenka. Meanwhile, Coco Gauff reached the quarter-finals for the first time since her 2023 title win, beating US compatriot Iva Jovic 6-1, 6-4.

Men's Draw

In the men's draw, Alexander Blockx continued his dream debut with a gritty victory over Francisco Cerundolo, becoming the first Belgian man to reach the US Open last eight. Men's top seed Alexander Zverev was slated to close the action on Ashe, taking on 21st-seeded Italian Luciano Darderi.

Why This Matters

Zheng Qinwen's remarkable comeback not only highlights her resilience and skill but also serves as an inspiration for athletes worldwide. Her journey from a former world number four to a current rank of 121st, coupled with her recent elbow surgery, underscores the challenges athletes face and their determination to overcome them. For Bangladeshi tennis enthusiasts, Zheng's story is a reminder of the power of perseverance and the possibility of achieving greatness against all odds.

Source: BSS

FAQ

How did Zheng Qinwen manage to come back from a 5-0 deficit?
Zheng Qinwen won the last seven games of the first set and broke Swiatek twice in the second set to clinch the win.
Who will Zheng Qinwen face in the quarter-finals?
Zheng Qinwen will face world number two Elena Rybakina in the quarter-finals.

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