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Zheng Qinwen defeats Madison Keys after third-set comeback at U.S. Open

Associated Press reports Zheng came back from match point down to advance alongside an upset win by Potapova.

The short version

  • Zheng Qinwen advanced at the U.S. Open after defeating No. 22 Madison Keys 1-6, 7-6 (3), 7-5 by winning the match's last seven games.[Associated Press]
  • Keys held a match point at 5-1 in the final set but failed to convert before Zheng began her rally.[Associated Press]
  • Zheng, ranked No. 121 following elbow surgery, earned her spot in the tournament draw through qualifying rounds.[Associated Press]
  • Tenth seed Amanda Anisimova was also eliminated from the tournament, falling in straight sets to Anastasia Potapova.[Associated Press]

Key facts

  • Zheng Qinwen defeated Madison Keys 1-6, 7-6 (3), 7-5 at the U.S. Open after winning the final seven games.[Associated Press]
  • Madison Keys held a match point while serving at 5-1 in the third set before Zheng Qinwen mounted her comeback.[Associated Press]
  • Zheng Qinwen's ranking dropped to No. 121 following elbow surgery, requiring her to come through qualifying for the main draw.[Associated Press]
  • Amanda Anisimova lost to Anastasia Potapova 6-2, 7-5.[Associated Press]

Sources

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