Foreign Media Reveals Zheng Qinwen: Residing in Andorra Year-Round, Annual Income Reaches 220 Million, and is an International Darling
Yesterday, the famous foreign media "Marca" reported on our country's tennis player Zheng Qinwen, not only analyzing her net worth but also reporting that her off-court income reached as high as $30 million, which converts to 220 million RMB.
The report also mentioned Zheng Qinwen's place of residence, which she chose as Andorra on social media platforms. It is possible that "Marca" based its judgment on this information regarding Zheng Qinwen's place of residence.
However, most Chinese people choose their place of residence on social media according to their mood and preferences; some even select places like Iceland or Switzerland.
In addition, many media outlets have reported on Zheng Qinwen and given her high praise, believing that her future is limitless and that she is someone capable of achieving great things.
Zheng Qinwen has also proven her excellence with her strength, winning multiple championships on the court, not only winning honor for the country but also earning a substantial amount of prize money, returning the funds she invested in tennis over the years within just one year.
Within a Year, She Breaks Even
Cultivating a tennis player is no easy feat, requiring not only a huge financial investment but also years of persistent training. However, Zheng Qinwen managed to break even in 2024 with just a few competitions' prize money, let alone the now overwhelming endorsement fees.
Zheng Qinwen's performance at the Paris Olympics was so impressive that it made people want to give her a thumbs up. In the women's singles final, she defeated her opponent with an absolute advantage, securing China's first-ever gold medal in singles tennis history.
Not only was the result satisfying, but the match itself was also very exciting. Zheng Qinwen faced a formidable opponent, known as a "big demon" in the tennis world. Despite previous losses against Swiatek, Zheng Qinwen adjusted her tactics under unfavorable circumstances and ultimately won the match.
After the match, although exhausted, Zheng Qinwen said she could still continue playing for the country, even for three hours without issue. In contrast, her opponent Swiatek cried for six hours after the match.
At just over 20 years old, Zheng Qinwen possesses a strong patriotic passion and a fighting spirit. She is articulate, humorous, and exudes a strong personal charm, ensuring that the heat around her never dissipates.
Regarding Zheng Qinwen's outstanding achievements on the court, the most direct reward aside from the nation's high honors is the prize money. Each championship comes with a significant sum, and according to related media calculations, Zheng Qinwen's prize money amounts to 39.9 million RMB.
It is said that cultivating an excellent tennis player requires at least 20 million RMB, yet Zheng Qinwen earned nearly 40 million in a year, breaking even. But this is just her earnings on the court; the massive off-court endorsement fees of the globally popular Zheng Qinwen are not yet included.
Zheng Qinwen's Popularity Goes Viral
According to related media reports, last year's matches held in Saudi Arabia did not attract many spectators. However, whenever Zheng Qinwen participated, the number of viewers was five to six times that of other matches. Her Chinese fans, disregarding the long distance, flew in to attend, with numerous compatriots waving the Five-starred Red Flag in the stands.
Moreover, CCTV originally scheduled to broadcast table tennis matches changed to Zheng Qinwen's matches, with ratings far exceeding those of other programs during the same period, achieving a high market share.
Last year, Zheng Qinwen had good ratings and attendance rates at the Australian Open, and on social media, someone photoshopped a crown onto her head, calling her a queen.
Since winning the Olympic gold last year, Zheng Qinwen has gained a host of fans. Wherever she goes, a large crowd gathers. Last September, when she visited Jiuzhaigou, keen tourists discovered her, and they scrambled to take photos with her, making the scenery seem less appealing instantly.
On the high-speed train, Zheng Qinwen was surrounded by female fans asking for autographs, who generously took out their luxury bags for Zheng Qinwen to sign on.
Even non-popular events would quickly sell out due to Zheng Qinwen's participation, leaving many who wanted to watch the matches unable to get tickets, creating a phenomenon where tickets were hard to come by.
Many top stars compete to appear on magazines, but Zheng Qinwen easily shot several covers, even becoming the first athlete cover star for VOGUE magazine.
Why do people today want to gain traffic? Because traffic can be monetized, and possessing massive traffic is akin to having a fortune. Zheng Qinwen naturally brings traffic with her appearance, which also brings her a flood of endorsements.
Endorsements Pouring In
The resilience and sunny, healthy aura of athletes are very attractive, and the confident demeanor of athletes makes them unique, becoming quality idols in the eyes of the public. Compared to entertainment stars who often experience scandals, brands prefer to collaborate with sports stars.
In 2023, the newly emerging Zheng Qinwen had already accepted many endorsements, all from international big-name brands, covering various industries such as sports apparel, watches, and dairy products.
After Zheng Qinwen advanced into the Australian Open last year, her popularity skyrocketed, and her fame reached new heights. Winning the gold at the Paris Olympics undoubtedly made her the hottest sports star.
In November last year, Zheng Qinwen appeared at the Guangzhou Audi car exhibition and announced that she would become the latest brand endorser for Audi, marking her first car brand endorsement.
Following that, her team officially announced that she would endorse the mobile phone brand VIVO. Zheng Qinwen holds more than ten endorsement brands in her hands, including well-known names like Nike, Rolex, and Lancôme. The media frequently releases images of Zheng Qinwen participating in fashion activities, and stepping out of the court, she has now become a darling of fashion.
Conclusion
Now, not only has Zheng Qinwen become popular domestically, but tennis has also gained popularity in the country. Related sports equipment, clothing, tennis matches, and training classes are all booming. Zheng Qinwen's influence has driven the entire domestic tennis industry chain to develop, contributing to economic and social progress.
Zheng Qinwen's success is not just her personal triumph but also the rise of Chinese tennis. It is believed that Zheng Qinwen will have better development in the future, and Chinese tennis will continue to improve.