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Zheng Secures Semifinal Spot in Purple Group

Chinese Star Zheng Shines in WTT Champions Macao

Zheng Edges Out World No. 3 Ito to Reach Semifinals

Chinese star Zheng Shuting has secured a semifinal berth in the Purple Group of the 2023 WTT Champions Macao tournament after a hard-fought victory over world No. 3 Mima Ito on Friday.

Zheng, ranked No. 6 in the world, displayed impressive form to overcome the Japanese star in a thrilling five-set encounter. The Chinese paddler started strongly, taking the first set 11-8, but Ito fought back to win the second set 11-9.

Zheng regained her composure in the third set, winning 11-7, but Ito once again leveled the match by taking the fourth set 11-9. In a tense decider, Zheng held her nerve to clinch the victory 11-8, securing her place in the Purple Group semifinals.

Zheng's Dominant Performance Continues

Zheng's victory over Ito marked her third consecutive win in the tournament. She had previously defeated Romania's Elizabeta Samara and Hong Kong's Doo Hoi Kem in straight sets.

The 24-year-old Chinese has been in impressive form this season, winning the WTT Contender Nova Gorica in January and reaching the final of the WTT Star Contender Goa in March.

Zheng Faces Tough Semifinal Test

In the Purple Group semifinals, Zheng will face either world No. 1 Sun Yingsha or No. 4 Chen Xingtong, who will meet in the other semifinal match.

Both Sun and Chen are formidable opponents, and Zheng will need to be at her best to overcome either player and reach the final.

Tournament Details

The 2023 WTT Champions Macao is a prestigious table tennis tournament featuring the world's top players. The tournament is divided into two groups, the Purple Group and the Gold Group.

The top two finishers in each group will qualify for the semifinals, with the winners of the semifinals meeting in the final to determine the tournament champion.

Conclusion

Zheng Shuting's victory over Mima Ito is a testament to her exceptional talent and determination. The Chinese star will now face a tough challenge in the Purple Group semifinals, but she will be confident of reaching the final and challenging for the tournament title.