A Chinese tennis player has reached the semi-finals of the Olympic Games in women’s singles for the second time in history, as reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS.

Athlete Zheng Qinwen defeated her German opponent 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(6).

The win extended Zheng’s winning streak on the dirt court to nine matches.

“Today’s match was incredibly tough. I knew I was under immense pressure, a pressure that undoubtedly surpassed my opponent’s. I was acutely aware of what this victory means for China,” she said.

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