Sun Fajing secured his spot in the US Open qualifying rounds with a thrilling last-minute effort, while Wu Yibing must seize his final opportunity to join him.

Compared to Zheng Qinwen's unfortunate absence from several significant events due to injury and surgery, the Chinese tennis team's remarkable four wins yesterday swiftly turned the page on Zheng's matter!

The standout performer is undoubtedly the 36-year-old veteran Zhang Shuai, whose display has been the most impressive!

Since her appearance at the Nottingham W50 tournament, despite the lower level of the event, Zhang Shuai has maintained an attitude akin to that of a Grand Slam, entering a fierce mode. On her path to the finals, she either delivered bagels or dominated her opponents, showcasing her superior skills.

In the final against Chen Xia Lini, Zhang Shuai's performance remained as dominant as in her previous matches, decisively winning the championship in straight sets.

This challenge title not only marks Zhang Shuai's second win of the season but also signifies a successful transition from grass to hard courts, raising expectations for her performance at the US Open. Additionally, it compensates for her withdrawal from the Washington 500 qualifying rounds.

Equally commendable is former Chinese number one Wu Yibing!

After missing out on a US Open qualifying ticket at the Los Cabos 250 tournament in Mexico, Wu Yibing, benefiting from others' withdrawals, found himself fortunate to compete in the Washington 500 qualifying rounds. Clearly, he is determined to secure this US Open qualifying spot.

Facing the eighth seed Kruger, Wu Yibing was on the brink of elimination in the first round of qualifying but managed to withstand immense pressure and ultimately turned the match around.

When Wu Yibing faced Kruger and lost the first set, many were worried about whether he could handle the pressure in the second set to level the match and keep his hopes alive.

However, even after Wu Yibing equalized, concerns remained. Some viewers in the live chat expressed doubts about whether his frail body could withstand the intensity after such a grueling match.

Especially in the final set tiebreak, where both players were fiercely battling, everyone in the live chat was on edge for Wu Yibing. Fortunately, the former Chinese number one proved himself by saving two match points in a stunning display during the tiebreak, ultimately emerging victorious.

Why have so many praised Wu Yibing after the match? He hit 15 aces, maintaining a first serve win rate of 77% and a second serve win rate of 64%, showcasing peak performance.

The only downside to this match was that despite his fiery performance, he still hadn't secured a spot in the US Open qualifying rounds.

Considering this is Wu Yibing's last chance to earn a US Open qualifying ticket, there is great concern about whether he can pass the test against the winner of the match between top seed Moutet and Serre. The former is currently ranked 62nd in the world, while the latter is ranked 276th; regardless of the opponent, Wu Yibing must exhibit a fighting spirit to have any chance of success.

For Wu Yibing, the path to the coveted Flushing Meadows now hinges on winning this match, firmly grasping that US Open qualifying ticket in his hands. Otherwise, he can only await an uncertain fate, hoping for a withdrawal from someone else to free up a spot!

In a similarly tense and thrilling match, Sun Fajing and Wu Yibing faced drastically different fates!

The young Chinese player faced local competitor Pereira in the semifinals of the CH75 tournament in Portugal, delivering a nearly breathless performance.

After losing the first set 5-7, many in the live chat believed Sun Fajing was likely to miss out on the finals. Based on their performances in the first set, Sun Fajing seemed to lack the resilience and crucial point handling skills compared to his opponent. Unexpectedly, against the odds, Sun Fajing fought back, winning 6-4 and 6-3 to overturn Pereira.

How significant is this victory for Sun Fajing? In addition to securing his spot in the US Open qualifying rounds at the last minute, it also keeps his championship hopes alive, making it a double celebration.

After the victories of Zhang Shuai, Wu Yibing, and Sun Fajing were confirmed, good news also came from Gao Xinyu at the Prague 250 tournament! Young Gao battled Karatantcheva in a three-set match in the first round of qualifying, managing to advance to the second round.

This victory not only marked a clean sweep for Chinese players yesterday but also brought Gao Xinyu her first win of the new season on the tour. While it was just a qualifying match victory, it significantly boosted her confidence and morale.

Moreover, everyone is keenly awaiting the outcome of whether Wu Yibing can secure a US Open qualifying ticket, with results expected in the early hours of July 21. Will the former Chinese number one ignite his performance again and transform external worries into reassurances, qualifying for the US Open? We shall see!(Source: Tennis Home, Author: Moon River's Starry Sky)