Zheng Qinwen Overpowers Mary Baucova to Advance to WTA China Open Last 16

China’s own Zheng Qinwen fought back from a set deficit to beat 18th‑seeded Czech Mary Baucova 7‑6(3), 4‑6, 7‑5, earning her spot in the women’s singles round of 16 at the Beijing China Open. After capturing the first break, Zheng weathered Baucova’s surge in the second set, which saw the Czech lead 3‑0 before leveling the match. The decisive third set featured solid service games from both competitors, but Zheng clinched the final match point to seal victory. She will meet Armenia’s Alina Charayeva in the next round.