Zhang Zhizhen Stuns Medvedev to Reach Terra Wortmann Open Quarterfinals

Zhang Zhizhen Stuns Medvedev to Reach Terra Wortmann Open Quarterfinals

Zhang Zhizhen, the world No. 42, stunned former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (5) to reach the quarterfinals of the Terra Wortmann Open.

The match was a tale of two sets, with Medvedev dominating the second set after Zhang had taken the first. However, Zhang showed his resilience in the third set, breaking back after Medvedev had taken an early lead and then holding on through a dramatic tenth game to force a tiebreaker.

In the tiebreaker, Zhang trailed 2-4 at the change of ends but fought back to win four of the next five points and clinch the victory.

The win is a major upset for Zhang, who had never beaten a top-five player before. It is also a significant result for Chinese tennis, as Zhang is the first Chinese player to reach the quarterfinals of an ATP Tour event on grass.

Zhang's victory is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He has been working hard to improve his game on grass, and it is now paying off. He is a dangerous player on any surface, and he will be a threat to win any tournament he enters.

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