World · India Bureau
Zheng Stuns Keys; Potapova Advances as US Open Shocks Continue
Chinese player Zheng Qinwen produced a remarkable comeback to eliminate American Madison Keys and reach the US Open's last 16, as upsets continued to reshape the tournament at Flushing Meadows.
LSN India ·
Zheng Qinwen staged a dramatic turnaround on Saturday to upset American favourite Madison Keys and secure her place in the US Open's fourth round. The Chinese competitor reeled off the final seven games of the match to overturn the contest at the New York Grand Slam venue.
The upset victory represented another significant scalp claimed on a day that saw American hopes dented by unexpected defeats. Zheng's comeback performance highlighted the unpredictable nature of the tournament's early rounds, with several seeded players falling to lower-ranked challengers.
Anastasia Potapova also advanced to the last 16 with her own upset victory, adding to a pattern of surprises that has marked the opening stages of the competition. The string of unexpected results has reshaped the tournament landscape heading into the final stages.
Zheng's progression marks a significant achievement for the Chinese contingent at Flushing Meadows. The player's ability to recover from a difficult position and secure victory through aggressive play demonstrated the depth of talent competing in this year's championship.