Zheng Qinwen, the Olympic gold medalist and 7th seed, put on a dominant display at the US Open on Friday, dismantling unseeded German Jule Niemeier 6-2 6-1 in the third round. This was Zheng’s first straight-sets victory in the year’s final Grand Slam, showcasing her impressive form and a significant step forward from her previous performances in the tournament.
Niemeier, battling a foot injury, struggled to find her rhythm throughout the match. She committed five double faults and held serve in only three games, ultimately falling victim to Zheng’s relentless attack.
From the outset, Zheng demonstrated her power and precision, firing two aces to open the second game and breaking Niemeier’s serve in the fifth game to establish control. A blistering cross-court forehand secured another break point, highlighting Zheng’s impressive offensive arsenal.
The second set saw Zheng take complete command, winning seven consecutive points to open the set and cruising to victory. This win marked a significant turnaround for Zheng, avenging a third-round loss to Niemeier at her first US Open appearance in 2022.
With the victory, Zheng secured a spot in the round of 16, setting up a clash against either Donna Vekic or Peyton Stearns, who are scheduled to play later on Friday. Zheng will be aiming to continue her strong run at the US Open, seeking a deep run in the tournament.
