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  "id": 6530300,
  "title": "Resurgent Zheng takes positives from storming US Open run",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/resurgent-zheng-takes-positives-from-storming-us-open-run",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T02:57:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/racquet-sports/2026/09/1529522/resurgent-zheng-takes-positives-storming-us-open-run"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zheng Qinwen's thrilling run to the US Open quarter-finals has reignited her confidence, transforming her from a struggling player into a formidable opponent. After a lengthy recovery from elbow surgery last year and a drop in rankings that forced her through three rounds of qualifying, Zheng finally felt like a force on the court. She admitted that competing in New York, despite her loss to world number two Elena Rybakina, helped her rediscover her competitive spirit. Zheng credits tennis for teaching her to keep fighting even when things seem lost. Despite her disappointment in the Rybakina match, she identified positive aspects - her ability to compete and the lessons learned throughout the tournament. Currently ranked 121st globally, Zheng's New York performance suggests she could break into the top 60, setting her up for success at the Asian swing events in China. She expressed excitement about playing in China, a home tournament that carries significant pressure and motivation. Zheng's focus remains on training match by match, staying present, and continuously improving.",
  "summary": "NEW YORK: Zheng Qinwen’s storming run through qualifying to the US Open quarter-finals has the 2024 Olympic gold medallist finally feeling like a force on the court again.",
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        "published": "2026-09-09T21:54:44.000Z"
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/rybakina-books-us-open-semi-against-gauff-secures-no-1-ranking",
        "published": "2026-09-10T00:40:23.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Rybakina ends Zheng’s run to reach US Open semis, secure No. 1 ranking",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/rybakina-ends-zhengs-run-to-reach-us-open-semis-secure-no-1-ranking",
        "published": "2026-09-10T01:59:01.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "With No. 1 ranking secured Rybakina eyes more grand slam glory",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/with-no-1-ranking-secured-rybakina-eyes-more-grand-slam-glory",
        "published": "2026-09-10T02:27:01.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Zverev passes Van de Zandschulp test to reach US Open semis",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/zverev-passes-van-de-zandschulp-test-to-reach-us-open-semis",
        "published": "2026-09-10T02:48:43.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "IOL",
        "title": "Zverev cruises past van de Zandschulp into US Open semis",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/zverev-cruises-past-van-de-zandschulp-into-us-open-semis-6543143",
        "published": "2026-09-10T04:35:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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