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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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- Zheng Qinwen stuns Madison Keys with a spectacular rally at the US Open and Anisimova also losesAssociated Press · Wire: associated-press