China Open Comprehensive: Buyunchaoket Wins “China Derby” and Zhang Shuai Advances

In the 2024 China Tennis Open, Buyunchaoket defeated Shang Juncheng in the first round of men’s singles, winning the “Chinese Derby.” Zhang Shuai also made a strong impression, defeating No. 6 seed Navarro in straight sets and advancing to the women’s singles round of 32.

Buyunchaoket’s Historic Win

Buyunchaoket’s victory marked his first ATP500-level win in his career. When asked about the significance of this win, he stated, “I haven’t had time to think about what this victory means. I think I am just focusing on tennis and enjoying tennis. The most important thing is to play the next game well.”

Zhang Shuai’s Impressive Performance

Zhang Shuai, participating as a wild card, defeated American player Navarro 6:4, 6:2. The 35-year-old Chinese star expressed her determination, saying, “I just want everyone to see that my hard work every day is not in vain. Everyone has a dream to chase and work hard to complete it. Dreams have nothing to do with age.”

Other Notable Matches

Chinese star Zhang Zhizhen lost to Spanish player Fuquina 3:6, 6:4, 3:6. Wang Xinyu fought fiercely with Russian player Kudermetova but ultimately lost 6:3, 4:6, 5:7.

Men’s singles No. 2 seed Alcaraz defeated Perical 6:4, 6:4, while No. 3 seed Medvedev defeated Monfils 6:3, 6:4. Women’s singles No. 2 seed Pegula defeated French player Parry 6:1, 7:6 (4) to advance to the top 32.

Upcoming Matches

On the 28th, Paris Olympic women’s singles champion Zheng Qinwen will face Rahimova as the No. 5 seed. Yuan Yue will face Mukhova, and wild card player Wei Sijia will face No. 13 seed Maya. Men’s singles top seed and defending champion Sinner and women’s singles top seed Sabalenka will also compete in singles matches.