Anisimova Edges Out Zheng Qinwen to Reach Queen's Cup Final

The second set turned into a thrilling breaker battle, with Zheng Qinwen clinging to the score and gradually regaining her form. She eventually won the second set 6-4, tying the overall score at 1-1. The third set was a nail-biter, with both players fighting hard to take the win. Unfortunately, Zheng Qinwen lost the set 4-6, ultimately falling to Anisimova and failing to advance to the final. Anisimova will face off against Maria in the final, while Zheng Qinwen will move on to compete in the upcoming Berlin tournament.

The draw for the WTA 500 Berlin tournament was released on June 14, with Zheng Qinwen seeded fifth and set to face world No. 11 Ekaterina Alexandrova in the first round. Zheng Qinwen and Sabalenka have also been drawn into the same quarter, and will meet in the third round if both players advance. Despite the setback, Zheng Qinwen secured 195 points this week, notching her best result on grass courts to date, and climbed to a career-high world ranking of fourth. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the young Chinese player, who continues to make strides in the tennis world.

Amanda Anisimova put on a stunning display in the semifinals, defeating Zheng Qinwen with a score of 6-2, 4-6, 6-4. This marks her first win against the Chinese player in their three encounters. Anisimova's impressive run this week has seen her take down two top-10 players, paving the way for her first-ever grass-court final appearance. The American star is set to compete in her second final of the year and sixth of her career, as she prepares to face off against Maria in the championship match. Zheng Qinwen's next step involves continuing her tournament run at the Berlin station, where she will face off against her next opponent in the first round. This competition is a crucial part of her ongoing schedule and could significantly impact her professional standings. Despite her loss to Anisimova, Zheng Qinwen is poised to make a strong showing in Berlin, potentially against an opponent like Ekaterina Alexandrova. As the tennis world watches, Zheng Qinwen's ability to bounce back from her recent match will be a key point of interest.