Zheng Qinwen of China defeated Donna Vekic in a thrilling three-set match that ended after 2:15 am, making it the latest finishing women’s match in US Open history. Zheng will face Aryna Sabalenka in the quarterfinals as she seeks to become the fourth woman to win Olympic gold and the US Open in the same year.
Zheng Qinwen of China claimed the women’s singles gold medal at the Olympic tennis competition, defeating Donna Vekic of Croatia in a dominant performance at Roland Garros. This victory marks a historic moment as Zheng becomes the first Chinese player to win an Olympic singles title.
Donna Vekic, the Croatian tennis star, has defied the odds to reach the Olympic singles final, a remarkable feat considering she contemplated quitting the sport earlier this year. After a challenging period marked by injury and lack of motivation, Vekic has rediscovered her passion, culminating in a stunning run to the Olympic final.
Donna Vekic, despite reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals for the first time, was overcome with pain and emotion after falling just short of a maiden Grand Slam final. Despite an incredible performance and a valiant effort, she was defeated by Jasmine Paolini in a thrilling three-set match, leaving her heartbroken and physically drained.
Italy’s Jasmine Paolini overcame a shaky start and a valiant effort from Donna Vekic to reach her first Wimbledon final, becoming the first Italian woman to achieve this feat. Paolini, who won the French Open final last month, fought back from a set down and won a dramatic tie-breaker in the third set to secure her victory. She will face either Elena Rybakina or Barbora Krejcikova in the final on Saturday.
Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to reach the Wimbledon semifinals after a dominant 6-2, 6-1 victory over American Emma Navarro. Paolini’s impressive performance sets up a clash against experienced Croatian Donna Vekic.
Croatian veteran Donna Vekic overcame a tenacious challenge from qualifier Lulu Sun to reach her first Wimbledon singles semifinal. The 28-year-old, who had previously considered retiring after a knee injury, showcased her resilience and determination, fighting back from a set down to secure a 5-7, 6-4, 6-1 victory. Vekic’s triumph marks a significant milestone, making her only the second Croatian woman to reach the Wimbledon semifinals.
