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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 qualifies for 2026 US Open main draw
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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.

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  • •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.
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  • 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Olympic champ Qinwen Zheng qualifies for 2026 US Open main draw
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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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