Qinwen Zheng staged another dramatic comeback at the US Open to defeat former champion Iga Swiatek, securing a place in the quarter-finals for the third time in her career.
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Key facts
- Qinwen Zheng defeated Iga Swiatek to reach the US Open quarter-finals.
- It marked Zheng's second epic comeback at the tournament in as many days.
- Zheng reached the quarter-finals for the third time in her career.
- Swiatek is a former US Open champion.
- The match was reported by Sky Sports.
Qinwen Zheng produced another dramatic fightback at the US Open, coming from behind to defeat former champion Iga Swiatek and reach the quarter-finals, according to Sky Sports.
The victory marked Zheng’s second epic comeback at the tournament in as many days, underlining her resilience as she progressed deeper into the draw.
With the win, Zheng booked her place in the last eight for the third time in her career, a milestone that highlights her growing pedigree at the tournament.
Swiatek, a former US Open champion, was unable to hold her advantage as Zheng recovered to turn the contest in her favour, in what Sky Sports described as an implosion from the former winner.
The result sets up a quarter-final appearance for Zheng, continuing a run defined by her ability to recover from difficult positions across consecutive matches.
Why it matters
Comeback wins over a former champion signal Zheng's rising status among the sport's leading players. Her repeated ability to recover from behind marks a compelling storyline for tennis fans following the US Open.
Frequently asked questions
Who did Qinwen Zheng beat to reach the US Open quarter-finals?
Zheng defeated former US Open champion Iga Swiatek, according to Sky Sports.
How many times has Zheng reached the US Open quarter-finals?
According to Sky Sports, this is the third time Zheng has reached the quarter-finals.
Was this Zheng's only comeback at the tournament?
No. Sky Sports reported it was her second epic comeback at the US Open in as many days.
Timeline
- US Open: Zheng in 5-0 comeback; Gauff, Rybakina, Zverev also in quarters
Al Jazeera: Zheng Qinwen beats Iga Swiatek; Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina also reach quarterfinals. Alexander Zverev through in men's.
- Zheng stages epic comeback to reach US Open quarters after Swiatek implodes
Sky Sports News: Qinwen Zheng staged a second epic comeback at the US Open in as many days to stun former champion Iga Swiatek and book her place in the quarter-finals for the third time.