Aobing raises fans' concerns, Xiaoshang and Xiaobu redeem fans, Americans secure a spot in the final early

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Last night Beijing time, the ATP1000 Shanghai Masters concluded its second day of matches. Among the four Chinese players in the singles first round, two lost and two won, showing a less than satisfactory outcome. Wu Yibing retired due to injury after losing the first set 5-7, allowing his opponent Svrčina to advance easily. Some fans expressed concern that after playing only two or three tournaments, Wu Yibing couldn’t sustain himself, criticizing his physical condition as poor. They wondered how he could survive in today's men's tennis world, which heavily relies on physical strength!

Meanwhile, wildcard entrant young player Zhou Yi battled fiercely over three sets but narrowly lost in the final set tiebreak 7-6(1), 2-6, 6-7(3) to the Dutch player De Jong, missing out on the second round.

The two victories came from Shang Juncheng and Bu Yunchaokete. Shang Juncheng defeated American Kovacevic 6-4, 3-6, 6-3, advancing past the first round for the second consecutive year in this event. In the second round, he will face the 9th seed, Russian powerhouse Kachanov.

Bu Yunchaokete beat Argentina's Cerundolo 6-3, 6-7, 6-3, making it to the second round in Shanghai again after 2023. This marks Bu's fifth main draw win at Masters events. Next, he will meet the 26th seed, Italian Darderi, in round two.

Other matches included:Portuguese player Borges edged out Dutchman Van de Zandschulp in two tight tiebreaks; FrenchmanCazaux defeated Spaniard Martinez 6-3, 3-6, 7-5;Chilean player Tabilo eliminated American Giron 6-4, 6-3;Arnaldi,Mehzhak,Carabelli,Ruwaie,Lindgren,O'Connell,Aris,Comesana,Bonzi,Brooksby and others also defeated their opponents, achieving successful starts.

Additionally, the men's doubles draw for the Shanghai Masters was released yesterday afternoon. Two Chinese pairs are participating: Shang Juncheng/Zhang Zhizhen face the French duo Moutet/A-Muller in the first round, while Bu Yunchaokete/He Chengrui take on Mello/Zverev.

Let's turn our attention to the women's competition. Last night Beijing time, the WTA1000 China Open concluded two singles quarterfinal matches, confirming two semifinal spots. 3Seeded third, Anisimova came from behind to beat sixth seed Borrani 6-7(4), 6-3, 6-4, reaching the WTA1000 semifinals for the third time in her career and setting a new personal best at this tournament. With this victory, Anisimova also secured a spot at the year-end finals.

Next, she will compete against second seed and defending champion Gauff for a place in the final. Gauff previously defeated German beauty Lis 6-3, 6-4, reaching the China Open semifinals for the third consecutive year and marking her 11th appearance in a WTA1000 semifinal. With Gauff and Anisimova meeting in the semis, an American player has already guaranteed a spot in the final.

In women's doubles: Due to Rakhimova's withdrawal because of a foot injury, her and Sigmund’s opponents, second seeds Errani/Borrani, advanced directly to the semifinals. Wildcard entrants Han Tianyu/Muhova defeated Danilina/Krunic 7-6(4), 6-3 to reach the semifinals, where they will face Kato Mio/Stollar for a place in the final.

Finally, let's play a guessing game. The picture below shows a player celebrating a victory with her team. Without hints, can you identify who she is?

Last time's guess was correct. Yes, the person in the photo is the world No.1 in women's singles, Sabalenka.

(Source: Tennis Home Author: Unique Maverick)