Zheng Qinwen Defeats Iga Świątek in Beijing, Further Shaking Up WTA Rankings
Beijing – Zheng Qinwen continued her extraordinary run at the WTA 500 Beijing tournament, defeating world No. 2 Iga Świątek 6-2,6-4 in the quarterfinals on Friday. The victory marks another significant upset for the Chinese player and eliminates a key rival for Świątek as the season progresses.
The loss is the latest in a series of challenges for Świątek, who is attempting to regain her dominant form following a second-round exit at Wimbledon and a third-round loss at the US Open. With several top players experiencing unexpected results in Beijing, the tournament is reshaping the landscape of the WTA tour and intensifying the race for year-end rankings and qualification for the WTA Finals in Cancun. zheng’s win solidifies her position as a rising star and a legitimate contender for major titles, while Świątek faces increased pressure to perform in upcoming events.
Zheng dominated the first set, showcasing powerful groundstrokes and a strong serve. She carried that momentum into the second, breaking Świątek early and maintaining control despite a late push from the Polish player. The match lasted one hour and 38 minutes.
The 21-year-old Zheng will now face Coco Gauff in the semifinals. This is her first victory against Świątek in their three career meetings. The match was played at the China National tennis Center.
Source: Interia.pl
