Qinwen Zheng qualifies for 2026 US Open main draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Qinwen Zheng has successfully qualified for the main draw of the 2026 US Open, marking a significant return to the tournament after overcoming a challenging year plagued by injuries. The Olympic gold medalist has expressed strong emotions about this achievement, as she faced a tough recovery following elbow surgery and fell out of the top 100 rankings. A two-time US Open quarterfinalist, Zheng is currently ranked 121st, with an 11-13 win-loss record in 2026. The tournament begins on August 30.
- •Zheng won Olympic gold in women's singles at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- •She encountered injuries and surgery in 2025, impacting her rankings.
- •Currently ranked 121st, she aims to regain her former status.
- •Qinwen Zheng is set to compete starting August 30 at the US Open.
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Olympic champ Qinwen Zheng qualifies for 2026 US Open main draw
"Two years after winning Olympic gold in Paris, Qinwen Zheng overcomes injury and adversity to qualify for 2026 US Open main draw.
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