Aryna Sabalenka and Zheng Qinwen dey set to clash for the WTA Wuhan Open title on Sunday. Dis match go be a big test for both players, especially since Zheng Qinwen dey play in front of her home crowd in Wuhan.
Sabalenka, who be the number 2 in the WTA rankings, don already secure her spot as the number 1 in the race to the WTA Finals, but she still need to overtake Iga Swiatek for the overall number 1 ranking. She has been on fire lately, winning 19 out of her last 20 matches and maintaining a perfect 16-0 record in Wuhan.
Zheng Qinwen, on the other hand, dey look to win her first WTA-1000 title. She has had a tough time against Sabalenka in their previous meetings, losing all three encounters in straight sets. However, she has the support of the home crowd and a strong serve that could give Sabalenka some trouble.
Recently, Sabalenka’s behavior on the court has been under scrutiny after she scolded a ball kid during her semifinal match against Coco Gauff. Dis incident cause a lot of backlash on social media, with many calling for her to be fined for her actions.
Despite the challenges, Sabalenka has shown she can handle partisan crowds and high-pressure situations, as seen in her US Open victory over Jessica Pegula. She remains the favorite to win the title, but Zheng’s home support and powerful serve could make the match more competitive).
