Hey there, fellow tennis enthusiasts It’s your girl Mia Johnson-Carter here, living the dream in Miami. I’m super excited to share some awesome news with you all about the latest happenings in the world of tennis.
First off, let’s talk about the big win by Carlos Alcaraz at the China Open in Beijing. This young Spaniard has been on fire, conquering his 16th career title and his fourth of the season. He defeated his rival Jannik Sinner in a thrilling match that lasted 3 hours and 21 minutes. Alcaraz’s victory marked his third consecutive win over Sinner this season, solidifying his lead in their head-to-head record.
In an on-court interview, Alcaraz thanked his family, team, and the Chinese crowd for their support. He acknowledged that the last few months have been tough but emphasized that all the hard work is now bearing fruit. His words of admiration for Jannik Sinner were particularly heartfelt, highlighting Sinner’s strength and humility.
However, today I want to focus on another incredible story in tennis. Zheng Qinwen, the Chinese tennis star, recently competed in the WTA 1000 tournament in Wuhan. Despite her impressive run and a semifinal showing in Beijing, she faced a tough opponent in Aryna Sabalenka, who was coming off triumphs in Cincinnati and the US Open. The match was played in front of 15,000 spectators, with Sabalenka ultimately emerging victorious with a 6-3 5-7 6-3 win.
Zheng Qinwen revealed that she took some medication to help relieve her fever symptoms before the match and hinted that she may skip this week’s WTA 500 tournament in Ningbo to give herself some rest. The seventh-ranked Chinese had a physically demanding two weeks, playing 10 matches and battling fever, which likely made it even tougher for her to compete at her best.
Before coming to Wuhan, Zheng had a strong showing in Beijing. Despite her loss, she showed that she can compete against top players like Sabalenka. In fact, this was her first break against Sabalenka and her first win of a set in their head-to-head matches.
Zheng also urged Chinese reporters and fans not to put too much pressure on her. She emphasized that tennis is unpredictable and encouraged everyone to keep their expectations realistic. If she indeed skips Ningbo and decides to rest the next two weeks, she wouldn’t play again until November 2nd, when the WTA Finals start.
Zheng Qinwen’s journey is a testament to the growing interest in women’s tennis. Initiatives like the Pacific Women and Girls in Tennis – Emerging Leaders workshop, which brought together eleven talented women from the Pacific region to learn, grow, and connect with each other, are crucial for fostering a more inclusive and supportive community within the sport. The search for “women in tennis” has been on the rise, with many fans and players alike celebrating the achievements of female athletes.
If you want, you can check out the news where I found it [here](https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Tennis_Stories/148980/zheng-qinwen-shares-why-she-had-to-take-pills-before-wuhan-final-vs-aryna-sabalenka-/).
Yours truly,
Mia
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