Zheng Qinwen produced a remarkable turnaround at the US Open, erasing a 5-0 first-set deficit to defeat Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-3 and secure her place in the quarter-finals.
The 23-year-old Chinese player’s comeback victory extends her winning streak at the tournament to seven consecutive matches. Starting from a precarious position in the opening set, Zheng demonstrated the mental resilience required to overcome such a significant deficit against the former champion.
Clinical Second-Set Performance
After clawing back to claim the first set, Zheng maintained her momentum through the second frame, dispatching Swiatek with a 6-3 victory to wrap up the match decisively. The progression demonstrated by the Chinese Olympic champion showed increasing control as the match progressed.
Confidence and Rhythm
Reflecting on her performance, Zheng addressed questions about her energy levels despite the demands of deep tournament runs. “The more matches I play, the more rhythm I have on court,” she explained. “People have asked me if I’m tired and when I arrived I was not tired at all. I felt really pumped for my match, trying to reach better levels here and enjoy this fantastic stadium.”
Her comments underscored the confidence with which she approached the challenge against Swiatek, suggesting that consecutive victories have sharpened her competitive edge rather than diminishing it. The Chinese player’s ability to thrive on the biggest stages, combined with her Olympic pedigree, positions her as a formidable competitor in the remaining rounds of the tournament.