Chinese women's tennis star Zheng Qinwen is currently in Australia preparing for the Australian Open. After successfully passing the first round, Zheng Qinwen earned 70 points and a reward of 900,000 RMB. Her opponent in the second round is the 36-year-old German veteran, Siegemund. The two players have no previous record of playing against each other, so this match presents an equal opportunity for both. Before the big battle with Siegemund, Zheng Qinwen also became a hot search topic, and the reason is simple: "Zheng Qinwen loses 1300 points" became a hot search. Perhaps due to the recent controversies surrounding the WTT rankings in table tennis, when Zheng Qinwen lost 1300 points, it also attracted the attention of many fans. After deducting these 1300 points, Zheng Qinwen's world ranking dropped by 2 places, from No. 5 to No. 7, making her previous year's efforts seem wasted. Why was Zheng Qinwen deducted 1300 points? It was not targeted but rather a result of the world ranking rules. According to WTA regulations, as time progresses, the points Zheng Qinwen earned at last year's Australian Open have expired, hence they were deducted. This adjustment in world rankings saw many players lose their Australian Open points, for example, the former women's singles world No. 1 Sabalenka, who won the championship at last year's Australian Open and earned 2000 points, also had her 2000 points expire and be deducted, causing her to lose her No. 1 position in women's singles. Besides Zheng Qinwen and Sabalenka, Gauff was the third player with the most deductions, losing…

In the second round of the Australian Open women's singles, Zheng Qinwen faced off against Siegemund. Zheng Qinwen is a 22-year-old Chinese tennis Olympic champion, while Siegemund is a 36-year-old German veteran. Despite a significant difference in competitive level and world ranking between the two, a major upset occurred. Ultimately, Zheng Qinwen lost 0-2 to the 36-year-old German veteran Siegemund, ending her journey in the second round of the Australian Open. Her prize money for this event was also fixed at 200,000 Australian dollars (equivalent to 907,000 RMB). This match attracted the attention of many fans, with the live broadcast on CCTV reaching a peak of 3.868 million viewers online, demonstrating the high level of interest in Zheng Qinwen. Especially during the tense tie-breaker phase, the match became even more intense. However, Zheng Qinwen started slowly again. In this match against Siegemund, the first set lasted 1 hour and 20 minutes, with Zheng Qinwen's first serve success rate and scoring rate both falling short. She lost the first set tie-breaker to her opponent. In the second set, Zheng Qinwen still could not find her form. Her opponent Siegemund played more aggressively, gradually gaining control of the court. Zheng Qinwen could not find a way to counter, ultimately failing to achieve a comeback and losing the match 0-2, ending her run in the second round of the Australian Open women's singles. Why is Zheng Qinwen's prize money set at 200,000 Australian dollars? According to the prize money distribution for this year's Australian Open, players who reach the second round of singles…

The first round of the new season's Australian Open women's singles has concluded, spread over three match days. Ultimately, eight Chinese players participated, with four advancing to the second round: Zheng Qinwen, Wang Xiyu, Zhang Shuai, and Wang Yafan, setting a new record for the Australian Open. Moving forward, the women's singles will enter the second round, with Zheng Qinwen from the top half of the draw leading the charge on January 15 (today), facing off against Germany's 36-year-old veteran, Siegemund. This match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM. As the No. 5 seed in the women's singles, Zheng Qinwen advanced to the second round with a 2-0 victory over qualifier Todoni. She started slowly in the first set but managed to win through a tiebreak, followed by a comfortable 6-1 sweep in the second set. In comparison to Zheng Qinwen, Siegemund had a tougher time in her first-round match, ultimately winning after a grueling three-set battle that saw her reverse a deficit against Baptiste. Zheng Qinwen will now compete with Siegemund for a spot in the top 32. The two have no previous encounter records, but given the significant difference in their abilities, Zheng Qinwen has a high probability of winning. Last year, Zheng Qinwen was able to defeat opponents ranked outside the top 50 in the world. However, she must be cautious of Siegemund's time-consuming tactics; in her last match, Siegemund spent at least 30 minutes out of 180 minutes consuming serves. Her style of play involves grinding it out until the very last second before making…

On January 14th, Beijing time, a major upset occurred in the first round of the Australian Open women's singles. Sun Lulu, a Chinese-American star ranked 44th in the world, lost two consecutive sets to Kovinic, ranked 1289th in the world, and was eliminated in the first round. After the upset elimination of Sun Lulu, Kovinic ended her five consecutive Grand Slam defeats and won another women's singles victory on the tour since July 2023. Since last year's Wimbledon, where she surprisingly reached the quarter-finals, Sun Lulu seems to have lost her magic. Last year at Wimbledon, Sun Lulu first caused a big upset by eliminating Zheng Qinwen in the first round, then eliminated another Chinese star Zhu Lin in the third round, and also defeated Chinese-American star Raducanu, reaching the Wimbledon quarter-finals. Sun Lulu became the first New Zealand female player in the open era to reach the second week of Wimbledon. It is worth noting that Sun Lulu is a Chinese-American player. Born in New Zealand in 2001, her mother is from Nanchang, Jiangxi, China, and her father is Croatian. Sun Lulu can speak fluent Chinese and has visited her mother's hometown in China many times. She is jokingly called the "Jiangxi Sister" by Chinese fans. However, after the highlight of reaching the Wimbledon quarter-finals last year, it seems that Sun Lulu's luck has been used up. She withdrew in the first round of last year's US Open, and this year at the Australian Open, she was eliminated in the first round by a "thousand-ranked player". After being eliminated…

Do fans still remember Gao Xinyu? On the United Cup court, the Chinese tennis player who replaced Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles match has won again! This time, she won in a straightforward manner, directly sweeping her opponent with two 6-0 scores, which is really unexpected! It feels like the United Cup matches have opened up her acupoints, allowing her to be in top form. After consecutive victories over Maya and Siegemund, Gao Xinyu gained a lot of popularity. Many fans are eagerly looking forward to her outstanding performance in the Australian Open, and sure enough, she really appeared on the Australian Open court, everyone is looking forward to her brilliant performance! Today in 2025, the first round of the Australian Open qualifying is still in progress. Judging from the results of the matches that have been played, Zhu Lin lost the match with a score of 1-2, missing out on the subsequent rounds, in contrast to Wei Sijia, who advanced to the next round with a score of 2-1. Gao Xinyu, who competed in the afternoon, faced the Dutch player Kefelmanns ranked 189th. Considering her recent form and ranking, Gao Xinyu undoubtedly had an advantage, so she was more favored by everyone in this match. At the beginning of the first set, Gao Xinyu easily held her serve. Then, at a critical moment when her opponent reached the game point, Gao Xinyu performed brilliantly, winning three points in a row, thus successfully breaking serve. In the third game, Gao Xinyu once had two game points, but was successfully…

Zheng Qinwen feels wronged to the point of tears! Penalized twice for serving over time + even changing shoes is monitored, targeted by the umpire Beijing time on January 15th, 2025 Australian Open entered the fourth day of competition, a women's singles second-round match, Chinese star and No. 5 seed Zheng Qinwen against German doubles expert Siegemund. In the first set, Zheng Qinwen was in a tough battle, lasting as long as 1 hour and 20 minutes. Although she broke Siegemund's serve-to-win game, she lost four points after 3-3 in the tiebreak, losing the tiebreak with a small score of 3-7 and the set 6-7 first. In the second set, Zheng Qinwen was broken again, although she managed to break back with difficulty, but in the next fourth game, Zheng Qinwen was penalized for serving over time for the second time in the match, which affected her mentality and she was broken again! Eventually, Zheng Qinwen lost two sets in a row with 6-7 and 3-6, and was surprisingly eliminated in the second round of the Australian Open women's singles with a big score of 0-2!‌ Zheng Qinwen was the runner-up of last year's Australian Open, ranked No. 5 in the latest WTA rankings, and was listed as the No. 5 seed in this year's Australian Open, placed in the 1/4 area. The top eight seeds in the same area are defending champion and world No. 1 Sabalenka. In addition, in the upper half of the women's singles draw, there is also world No. 3 Gauff, who just led the…

In the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia, the curtain has been raised on the 2025 Australian Open season. Chinese women's tennis star Zheng Qinwen made her debut as the No. 5 seed in the women's singles, facing off against Romania's Todoni. This match was not only a contest between two young players but also the opening battle of the new season, attracting the attention of many tennis fans. Zheng Qinwen's performance last season was remarkable. She advanced all the way to the final of the Australian Open, making her first appearance in a Grand Slam women's singles final. Although she failed to win the championship, this experience greatly enhanced her career and self-confidence. In order to present her best form in the new season, she resolutely withdrew from the United Cup event to focus on preparation. At this point, Zheng Qinwen's world ranking had risen to fifth place, and she faced the confident Todoni with many challenges ahead. Despite Todoni's world ranking being only 110th, she is young and promising, with her 184 cm height showcasing strong physical qualities and competitive abilities on the court. From the start of the game, Todoni displayed her aggressiveness, quickly taking the lead with a momentum that swept away the opening points. Zheng Qinwen made timely adjustments, gradually engaging in fierce exchanges with her opponent through her signature serve and precise shots. In the first few games of the first set, Zheng Qinwen showed a strong competitive consciousness, successfully holding her serve, while Todoni was not to be outdone, with both sides chasing…

In the second day of the 2025 Australian Open, the tennis world was shaken by news that former world number one and two-time Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka lost 0-2 to Italian player Bronzetti, ending her run in the tournament. This unexpected defeat not only casts a shadow over Azarenka's future but also prompts reflection on the trajectory of her career. Azarenka's career has been nothing short of remarkable. She reached the pinnacle of the Australian Open in both 2012 and 2013, earning her a place as a symbol in women's tennis. However, time takes its toll on all athletes, and at 35, the decline in Azarenka's technical skills and physical endurance is evident. Her performance against Bronzetti in this match served as a mirror reflecting her struggles and frustrations on court. In the first set, Azarenka quickly found herself at a disadvantage against her younger opponent. Although she showed some improvement in the second set, even leading 4-2 at one point, she ultimately failed to capitalize on her opportunities and was reversed by her opponent. This outcome forced her to confront the harsh reality that her career is no longer at its peak. Despite the disappointment of the loss, Azarenka's continued efforts are still commendable, and many tennis enthusiasts hope she will continue to enjoy the game for the love of it, rather than solely chasing championships. Meanwhile, in another match, German player Siegmund faced off against Australia's Barty in a test of endurance and technique. Siegmund managed to turn the tables with a 2-1 victory, advancing to the…

On January 15th, Beijing time, the first round of the 2025 Australian Open women's singles main draw featured a focal match between Zheng Qinwen and Siegemund. In the end, Zheng Qinwen lost two consecutive sets 0-2 to Siegemund, causing a major upset and being eliminated in the second round! She is also the first top 5 seeded player to be eliminated from the women's singles, which is quite chaotic. In the first round, Zheng Qinwen won straight sets, although the first set was won with some difficulty, the second set was still easily taken, showing some slow start but not affecting the result of the match! As the runner-up of the previous year and the No. 5 seed this year, how far can Zheng Qinwen go this time? Siegemund is a German player who fought hard for three sets to reverse and advance in the first round. Currently, her world ranking is only 97th, which is quite a gap compared to Zheng Qinwen's No. 5 ranking! The two were originally scheduled to face each other before, but due to Zheng Qinwen's withdrawal from the United Cup, this Australian Open match is actually their first career encounter. For Zheng Qinwen, her strength is obviously much stronger, and there should be no problem with advancing. In the first set, Zheng Qinwen's first serve success rate was not high, relying on her second serve to struggle to hold serve. In the second game, Siegemund also struggled to hold serve! In the third game, Zheng Qinwen saved a break point and held serve again.…

On January 14, 2025, the first round of the Australian Open concluded with a total record of 4 wins and 7 losses for Chinese players. Zheng Qinwen, Wang Yafan, Wang Xiyu, and Zhang Shuai advanced to challenge the top 32. There was a major upset in the men's singles competition as 10th seed Dimitrov withdrew due to injury, followed by 9th seed Rublev losing 0-3 to qualifier Fonseca, which was far from expectations. In the men's singles, there was an upset as the qualifier defeated the 9th seed 3-0. Russian star Rublev lost 6-7(1)/3-6/6-7(5) to Brazilian player Fonseca, which was unexpected and considered the biggest upset since the start of this year's Australian Open. Rublev usually performs well in Grand Slams, often reaching at least the quarterfinals, while his opponent is only 18 years old and relatively inexperienced. Many fans mentioned that Rublev's performance was poor and he did not live up to the level expected of a top ten seed. However, Fonseca's excellent performance must be acknowledged. The 18-year-old Brazilian made a name for himself in this match, and it will be interesting to see if he can continue to progress. Five seeded players were eliminated, including men's 30th seed Pericard losing 2-3 to French player Monfils, 32nd seed Kobil losing 1-3 to Argentine player Echeverri, women's 26th seed Alexandrova losing 0-2 to British player Raducanu, 31st seed Sakkari losing 1-2 to Colombian player Osorio, and 13th seed Kalinskaya withdrawing, with lucky loser Li substituting. Four Chinese players advanced to the second round: Zheng Qinwen won 2-0 against Todoni,…