Chinese tennis player Qinwen Zheng has reached the quarterfinals of the 2025 French Open, continuing her rise as one of the top stars in women’s tennis. This is a major achievement in her career, and it brings fresh attention to the growing strength of Chinese players on the global stage.
Her win over Liudmila Samsonova on Sunday was a tough battle that showed her skill, composure, and determination. With this win, she becomes only the second Chinese woman to make the quarterfinals at Roland Garros, after Li Na, who won the title in 2011.
A Hard-Fought Victory Over Samsonova
In a match that lasted nearly two hours, Zheng defeated Samsonova with scores of 7-6(5), 1-6, 6-3. The first set was especially close, going into a tiebreak, but Zheng kept her focus and took it with sharp shot-making and steady nerves.
She lost the second set quickly as Samsonova raised her level, but Zheng bounced back in the final set. Her ability to reset and control the third set impressed fans and analysts alike. It was a clear display of her mental toughness and fitness on the clay court.
Showdown Ahead with World No. 1 Sabalenka
Zheng now moves on to face Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1, in the quarterfinals. The two players have met before—most recently at the Italian Open, where Zheng upset Sabalenka in straight sets. That win gives Zheng confidence going into this next match, but Sabalenka will be hungry for revenge.
This quarterfinal is expected to be one of the highlights of the tournament. Tennis fans are eagerly waiting to see whether Zheng can repeat her success and pull off another upset.
Growing Support and High Hopes in China
Zheng’s success at Roland Garros has sparked excitement in China, with many fans drawing comparisons to Li Na’s historic run over a decade ago. She is seen as a new hope for Chinese tennis and is inspiring younger players to pursue the sport.
Media outlets across Asia are following her closely, and her calm, focused presence on the court has earned her admiration around the world. As she continues her journey, many believe she could go even further in this year’s French Open.
What’s Next for Zheng Qinwen?
If Zheng wins against Sabalenka, she will move into the semifinals for the first time at a Grand Slam. That would be a massive leap in her career and could boost her world ranking even higher.
For now, all eyes are on her upcoming match. With strong results, mental strength, and previous wins over top-ranked players, Zheng has a real chance to make history at Roland Garros.
