Zheng Qinwen Defeats Anisimova at US Open

Zheng Qinwen, the seventh seed and reigning Olympic gold medalist, advanced to the second round of the U.S. Open after defeating Amanda Anisimova 4-6, 6-4, 6-2. Despite struggling early in the match, Zheng rallied to win, showcasing her resilience and hard-court capabilities. Anisimova, who had previously reached the finals at the Canadian Open, started strong with a 5-1 lead but couldn't maintain her momentum as Zheng found her footing. Zheng's next opponent will be Erika Andreeva, while the tournament continues to see other significant players like Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovic in action. The match highlighted the fierce competition and unexpected turns that characterize major tennis tournaments, with both players demonstrating their potential amidst high stakes.