Zheng's mental rebuilding

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Before her fourth meeting with Sobolenko, Zheng admitted that the main thing she needs to change is her mentality. The Chinese tennis player admitted that she had previously given up easily under Sobolenko's powerful strokes, deviating from her game strategy.

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Tough start for Zheng

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Zheng found her serve difficult at the start of the match, and a decisive break in the first set played a key role. With the roof closed due to rain, Zheng was unable to serve consistently, allowing Sobolenko to seize the initiative.

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Fighting back in the second set

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After a solid first game (6-3) and an early break in the second set, it looked like Sobolenko was on course for victory. However, Zheng began to fight back, supported by the fans who filled the 13,000-seat stands. At that point, Sobolenko gave a momentary slack, allowing Zheng to come close to getting back into the game.

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The three-time Wuhan champion

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Sobolenko eventually extended her winning streak, becoming the first player in the tournament's history to win three consecutive titles. This is her fifth win on Chinese soil, making her the most successful tennis player at tournaments in China in the Open Era.

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Zheng continues to improve

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Despite the loss, Zheng is using this match as an opportunity for growth. "She showed me the weaknesses in my tactics," Zheng shared after the match. The Chinese tennis player is determined to return to the court even stronger and continue her climb to the top.

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Match highlights:

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1. First set: Sobolenko won 6-3, capitalizing on Zheng's serving errors.
2. Second set: Zheng put up more resistance, but Sobolenko broke again.
3. Spectator support: 13,000 fans supported Zheng, which helped her fight to the last.
4. Third set: Zheng tried to get back into the game, but Sobolenko held the lead, ending the match in her favor.

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