On January 8, 2025, the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne was the stage for an exciting charity exhibition match between China’s Zheng Qinwen and Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina. The match, part of the Opening Week festivities for the Australian Open 2025, saw Zheng Qinwen dominate the court, winning in straight sets with a score of 6-2, 6-2.
Zheng Qinwen, known for her powerful baseline game and impressive agility, showcased her skills with precision and consistency throughout the match. Svitolina, a seasoned player with a wealth of experience, put up a valiant fight but was unable to match Zheng’s intensity and accuracy on this occasion.
The match was not just about the competition; it was also a charitable event aimed at raising funds for various causes. Both players engaged with fans and participated in activities to promote the event’s charitable goals, making it a memorable day for everyone involved.
Zheng’s victory was a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport, and it provided fans with a glimpse of her potential as she continues to rise in the tennis world. Svitolina, gracious in defeat, praised Zheng’s performance and expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to participate in such a meaningful event.
The exhibition match was a highlight of the Australian Open’s Opening Week, drawing a large crowd and generating significant attention for the charitable causes it supported. Zheng Qinwen’s impressive performance will undoubtedly be remembered by fans and serves as motivation for her future endeavors on the professional circuit.
Elina Svitolina in 2025
LWWLWLWWLW Now ranked no.29, Elina played her last match on the 30th of August 2024 when she lost to world no.3 Cori Gauff 3-6 6-3 6-3 in the 3rd round of the U.S. Open (draw).
During this season the Ukrainian has managed to achieve a 30-18 win-loss record.
Qinwen Zheng in 2025
Currently the world no.5 (career-high), Zheng played her last match on the 9th of November 2024 when she lost to world no.3 Cori Gauff 3-6 6-4 7-6(2) in the final in Riyadh (draw).
This year the Chinese has managed to achieve a composed 52-18 match record.
Elina Svitolina and Qinwen Zheng have never played each other.
