# Zheng Qinwen professional tennis comeback

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zheng-qinwen-professional-tennis-comeback
> Updated: 2026-09-05T17:00:13.000Z. Sources: 263. Developments: 2.

Zheng Qinwen has demonstrated a strong return to competitive tennis following an absence due to injury and subsequent elbow surgery.

At the Qatar Open, Zheng overcame a first-set loss to defeat Sofia Kenin, recording 20 aces despite experiencing lingering elbow discomfort. Her momentum continued at the US Open, where she entered through the qualifying rounds and secured a significant third-round victory against 22nd seed Madison Keys.

In that match, Zheng staged a dramatic comeback after losing the first set 1-6 and trailing 0-5 in the third set. She saved a match point and won seven consecutive games to complete the 1-6, 7-6, 7-5 victory. This win marks a significant resurgence for Zheng as she continues her return to form.

With this victory, Zheng became the first qualifier to reach the women’s fourth round at the US Open since Emma Raducanu in 2021. Following this historic advancement, she was scheduled to face Iga Swiatek in the next round.

## Claims

- Luciano Darderi defeated Dane Sweeny in straight sets with a score of 6-4, 6-3, 6-3. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Luciano Darderi defeated Dane Sweeny in three sets to reach the US Open round of 16. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Darderi will face the winner of the match between Alexander Zverev and Alejandro Tabilo. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Dane Sweeny earned more than $400,000 in prize money from his US Open run. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Sweeny previously upset Lorenzo Musetti in the second round. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Sweeny is expected to reach a career-high ranking of No. 109 following the tournament. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The match score was 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 in favor of Darderi. (single source)
- Darderi recorded seven aces and four double faults during the match. (single source)
- Darderi won 72% of his first serve points compared to 52% for Sweeny. (single source)
- Darderi is the last Italian player remaining in the US Open tournament. (single source)
- Gino Darderi serves as Luciano Darderi's coach. (single source)
- Darderi is the last Italian player remaining in the US Open men's singles tournament. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: US Open quarterfinals set as Alcaraz and Shelton advance

Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton will meet in the US Open quarterfinals after commanding victories. Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula also advanced in the women's draw.

263 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/orlando-luz-and-rafael-matos-eliminated-in-us-open-opening-round

### 2026-08-08: Tennis players Zheng Qinwen and Alex Eala secure notable victories

Zheng Qinwen marked a successful return at the Qatar Open with a victory over Sofia Kenin, while Alex Eala extended her winning streak at the Canadian Open.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tennis-players-zheng-qinwen-and-alex-eala-secure-notable-victories

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