Qinwen Zheng dresses in gold in Paris

Mónica Barberán Munera | 3 Aug 2024 | 17.26

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Saturday's schedule in these Paris 2024 Olympics was not going to be calm at all, as the main dish of the day arrived with the Olympic final between Qinwen Zheng and Donna Vekic. China's first tennis gold was achieved by Zheng, who was superior to her opponent throughout (6-2 6-3). Having already defeated the world number 1, Zheng approached this event with high motivation and strong belief in bringing the best possible medal to her country. And indeed, Zheng showed she was extremely well-prepared for this kind of competition. A very well-deserved gold for a player who is having her best year so far. On the other hand, Vekic secured the silver, a great second place in these Games as a reward for her outstanding performance.

Zheng knew that this time, a final in such a prestigious event couldn't slip away from her hands. We witnessed how she entered Philippe Chatrier Court focused, solid, and determined. It was Zheng who took control from the beginning, dominating with her forehand against a slightly nervous Vekic. Although the Croatian started off well, luck was not on her side in the first set despite trying to play aggressively. She had the chance to turn the set around, yet Zheng held onto her serve when needed the most.

Qinwen was cautious at first, but quickly became brave again, pushing her opponent and unleashing her forehand as the most effective weapon. Throughout this first set, the Croatian was constantly trailing, returning everything she could but unable to escape from Zheng's dominance, who once again asserted her dominance to win the set. In summary, Zheng played more organized, controlled with her serve, superior in the baseline exchanges, and claimed the crucial points. Vekic's performance faded as the set progressed.

Zheng remains solid while Vekic gets frustrated

The Czech needed to regain energy if she aimed to go for gold against an opponent who wouldn't give her any room for error. China started off again with determination, securing a break with her forehand trademark shot. However, Donna responded to level the score amid some slight uncertainties from Zheng leading to several mistakes. Gradually, the Croatian gained confidence, but so did the Chinese player. Although Zheng continued to dominate with her serving, she encountered some challenges towards the end. Stepping up her game, Vekic once again posed problems for Zheng, but nerves took over her.

Throughout the match, the Croatian struggled to find her rhythm, feeling the pressure from her opponent's imminent attacks. Zheng once again displayed her strength along with apparent calmness, contrasting with Vekic's frustration. Consequently, Vekic lost the pivotal game of the match, committing errors under pressure, resulting in a decisive break for Zheng. Nothing could stop Zheng from making history, aiming for gold, and at 21 years old, becoming the new Olympic champion. A well-deserved victory that brings the first gold medal to China. Congratulations!

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Qinwen Zheng se viste de oro en París