Zheng Qinwen makes history with China Open win in first title since 2024
Zheng Qinwen made history by becoming the first Chinese woman to win the China Open WTA 1000 title after defeating Mirra Andreeva. This victory marks a significant career milestone for the 24-year-old, who overcame a mid-season ranking slump.
Why it matters
Zheng's win is a major achievement for Chinese tennis and highlights the competitive nature of the WTA tour and the resilience of individual athletes.
Zheng Qinwen made history Sunday by becoming the first Chinese woman to win the China Open WTA 1000 title, defeating No. 4 seed Mirra Andreeva in straight sets.
Andreeva, who had lost the only previous meeting between the pair, broke early to take a 2-0 lead before Zheng fought back to level the set. Zheng then saved three set points in the 10th game of a closely contested set before winning the final 11 points in a row.
After the pair exchanged breaks early in the second set, Zheng earned a late break in the ninth game and held serve to complete the 7-5, 6-4 victory in 1 hour, 43 minutes.
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