Hey guys, exciting news from the Asian Games 2023! Zheng Qinwen just won the women’s tennis final and bagged the gold medal. Not only that, but her victory also secured her a spot in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. How awesome is that?
Zheng, who is ranked 23rd on the WTA Tour, played an amazing match against her fellow Chinese player, Zhu Lin. It was a scorching day at the HOC Tennis Centre in Hangzhou, but Zheng didn’t let the heat get to her. She fought hard and came out on top with a 6-2, 6-4 victory.
This will be Zheng’s first time competing in the Olympic Games, and she couldn’t be more thrilled. She’s the highest-ranked player from her country, so it’s a huge achievement for her. Zheng said, ‘The feeling was incredible. I’m really happy about that. It was not an easy match, but I gave it my all. Both of us showed a lot of emotion on the court.’
Looking ahead to the Paris 2024 Olympics, Zheng knows it will be a bigger challenge. She’ll be facing opponents from Europe and the US, which will definitely test her skills. Zheng said, ‘We need to prepare ourselves better for that. It’s going to be a whole new ball game, but I’m ready for it.’
The first set of the match was smooth sailing for Zheng. She quickly took a 4-0 lead and won the set in just 43 minutes. But the second set was a bit tougher. Zhu Lin, who had beaten Zheng in their previous tour meeting five years ago, put up a good fight. Zhu even took the lead at one point, but Zheng didn’t let that discourage her. She fought back and eventually won the set 6-4.
Zheng’s victory at the Asian Games is a testament to her hard work and determination. She said, ‘This year has been a bumpy road for me, especially at the beginning of the season. But I’ve learned to focus on each match and not worry too much about the results. Winning gold today has boosted my confidence and set the path for me to do even better in the future.’
It’s great to see athletes like Zheng Qinwen achieving their dreams and representing their country on the world stage. We’ll definitely be cheering her on in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Go Zheng!