As the No. 1 seed in the tournament, Sabalenka shoulders the responsibility of winning the championship, her 15-game winning streak makes her look forward to every serve, and the audience's heartbeat accelerates with every shot she makes
At the beginning of the first set, Mukhova quickly got into the groove and showed a strong desire to win, she appeared steady and decisive with every shot, although Sabalenka saved multiple break points with her excellent service ability, but Mukhova's attack and keen judgment on the court kept her under pressure, and the score of the two rose alternately until she entered the tense tie-break, Mukhova took the lead 7-5, and the first set victory seemed to inject her infinite confidence, while Sabalenka was slightly nervous in the pressure
In the second set, Sabalenka showed her strong form, through a series of precise serves and decisive attacks, quickly took a 3-1 lead, the fans cheered, as if victory was in sight, Mukhova did not back down, her resilience and indomitable spirit were evident at this moment, as the match progressed, Mukhova gradually found her rhythm, and finally equalized the score at 6-2, and the atmosphere on the court was tense again
The deciding set was even more unpredictable, with Sabalenka starting the game well and quickly building a 2-0 lead as if she was back in top form, but Mukhova showed remarkable resilience at crucial moments, not only saving multiple break points, but also taking advantage of the opportunity to break in the eighth game to make it 4-4, at which point Sabalenka seemed to be a little troubled and failed to respond effectively to Mukhova's counterattack, and eventually lost 4-6 to end her winning streak
Mukhova's comeback victory not only allowed her to qualify for the semi-finals, but also gave Zheng a new hope on her way to winning the title, as Zheng Qinwen will face Mukhova in the semi-finals if she can beat Andreeva in the next match, which will undoubtedly boost her confidence
The excitement of the match was unforgettable, with the fighting spirit and skill displayed by both players on the court, and the charm of tennis, Mukhova's victory was not only her personal achievement, but also a growing focus on the competition in women's tennis, where each player has the potential to show amazing strength in key moments, and the results often exceed expectations
Zheng Qinwen's opportunity comes, fans expect her like a tide, her performance is not only related to her career, but also related to the future of Chinese tennis, the next match will be a double test of her will and skills, whether she can continue to move forward under pressure, will become the key to whether she can win the championship
As the match progressed, all eyes were on the young player Zheng Qinwen, who sparked an enthusiastic response from the crowd with every stroke she struck, as if cheering her on, and Zheng Qinwen needed to deal with the upcoming challenges calmly and perform at her best
It's not just a technical contest, it's a psychological contest where players are trying to overcome themselves, Mukhova proved the importance of persistence and hard work, and Sabalenka's exit reminded us that victory and defeat are often decided in an instant
With the continuous advancement of the tournament, the charm of tennis has become more and more obvious, every match is a battle of hearts and skills, the players' fighting spirit on the court is moving, and the duel between Mukhova and Sabalenka has become a highlight of this China Open
Zheng Qinwen's next game, whether she can grasp the opportunity, will become the focus of attention, she is full of expectations every time she plays, and the fans' support and encouragement for her will become her source of motivation on the field
Zheng Qinwen looked extraordinarily focused, her eyes were firm, her eyes were firmly focused on her opponent, as the referee blew a whistle, Zheng Qinwen hit the ball with her sharp forehand, and quickly put pressure on Andreyeva, every serve was accompanied by her determination, like a gust of wind, sweeping the opponent's defense, Andreeva was not to be outdone, the counterattack was quick and decisive, and the two sides launched a fierce confrontation on the court
The rhythm of the game switched back and forth between the two, and the mood of the audience also fluctuated with the score, Zheng Qinwen served well, especially her sidespin serve, which made Andreeva receive the serve particularly difficult, as the match progressed, Zheng Qinwen gradually found her rhythm, and her hitting accuracy continued to improve, which made Andreeva feel pressured, Zheng Qinwen gradually established a lead with strong attack power, and finally won the first set 6-3
Entering the second set, Zheng Qinwen's confidence was further enhanced, in the face of Andreyeva's counterattack, she did not appear nervous, her performance became more and more steady, she moved every step on the court seemed light and free, as if she was dancing, Andreeva tried to disrupt Zheng Qinwen's rhythm by changing the rhythm, frequently using lob and tennis, trying to find opportunities, Zheng Qinwen was extremely adaptable, she quickly adapted to the opponent's changes, and still maintained control of the game
Zheng Qinwen's forehand hit more and more sharply, frequently creating break opportunities, Andreeva performed tenaciously at critical moments, but Zheng Qinwen can always grasp the opportunity on the key points, every time she swings the racket, it seems to transmit an invisible pressure to the opponent, Zheng Qinwen scored 6-4 and successfully advanced to the semifinals
The atmosphere in the arena reached a climax, Zheng Qinwen's performance won warm applause from the audience, as if every stroke she hit was writing a new chapter for Chinese tennis, her success was not only a personal achievement, but also brought glory to the whole team, and the fans expressed their support for her with enthusiastic shouts, looking forward to her continuing to shine in the next matches
Zheng Qinwen was interviewed by the media, her face was full of confident smiles, and her tone was firm, "This match made me believe in myself more, and I will go all out every step in the future," her words revealed a calm and confident, making people look forward to her future, and in the face of the upcoming semi-finals, she said that she will continue to adjust her form and strive to play her best
Mukhova also showed excellent form in the other semi-final, and the two players advanced to make the next matchup in the spotlight, Zheng Qinwen had a psychological advantage over Mukhova in Palermo, and Mukhova was also very strong in the middle of the net, and her resilience and skill made her opponents fearful
As the tournament approaches, fans' expectations are rising, and the semi-finals between Zheng Qinwen and Mukhova will be a pinnacle matchup, attracting countless people's attention, and the performance of the two players on the court will not only be a technical battle, but also a test of psychological quality and tactical wisdom
In this high-profile semi-final, Zheng Qinwen will need to remain calm on the court and play to her technical strengths, with every shot and movement she needs to be deliberate to avoid being nervous, while Mukhova will need to continue to maintain her resilience and fighting spirit and try to take advantage of opportunities in key moments
In the preparation stage before the start of the match, Zheng Qinwen warmed up on the sidelines, she carefully adjusted her state to ensure that every swing could achieve the best effect, and her coach gave guidance to help her analyze Mukhova's technical characteristics and formulate corresponding tactical strategies
When the game officially began, Zheng Qinwen quickly entered the state, showing strong attacking power, she used accurate hitting and flexible running, gradually occupying the initiative on the court, Mukhova was also not to be outdone, she returned the ball accurately and powerfully, so that Zheng Qinwen faced challenges in every attack, the rhythm of the game between the two constantly alternated, and the audience's mood fluctuated
As the match deepened, both sides were tested physically and mentally, Zheng Qinwen showed amazing perseverance on the court, every swing of her racket seemed to be fighting for her dreams, and Mukhova relied on her rich game experience to try to find opportunities to counterattack, the confrontation between the two sides became more and more intense, and every score was accompanied by the cheers of the audience, and the atmosphere of the court reached a climax
Zheng Qinwen's strong mental strength and outstanding skills defeated Mukhova and successfully advanced to the finals, her performance impressed everyone and became the focus of this China Open, Zheng Qinwen's success is not only a personal glory, but also an important display on the international stage of Chinese tennis
In the post-match celebration, Zheng Qinwen and the coaching team hugged and cried, and the tacit understanding and trust between each other were fully reflected at this moment, and every step in the future needs to continue to work hard in order to go further in her career, and the fans' expectations and support for her have become her continuous driving force
