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Zheng becomes first home player to win China Open
Zheng Qinwen became the first home winner of the China Open on Sunday as she beat Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-4. The former world number four and current Olympic champion was a wildcard entry in Beijing, having struggled with form and fitness after elbow surgery in 2025. It was the 54th-ranked Zheng's first title in nearly two years. Zheng, 24, is the first Chinese player to win the tournament since its inception in 2004. Andreeva, ranked five, was more consistent to start with, but Zheng grabbed back a break and stayed with her 19-year-old opponent as they battled on the baseline. Zheng saved three set points to level 5-5 and won every single point after that, sending down an ace to grab the lead. A crowd desperate to see their homegrown talent crowned champion was at times disruptive as cheers erupted before points ended and shouts for Zheng punctuated serves on both sides of the net. But the players kept their focus, holding serve until Zheng found a way through in the ninth game of the second set, firing brilliantly against the line to break and go up 5-4. A double-fault threatened to derail an imminent triumph until Zheng, defiant, sent down an ace to win on her first match point. It is Zheng's first trophy since October 2024 when she beat Sofia Kenin in Tokyo, and her first-ever title at the prestigious WTA 1000 level. The players' only previous meeting was in the 2024 China Open quarter-finals, where Zheng beat Andreeva in three sets. (AFP) Edited by Aaron Tam
Bikie revenge plot against P-plater accused of ploughing into Knights fans: The disturbing jail 'hit' that saw police rush Indika Samarasinghe, 18, out of Newcastle
As public anger boiled over after the Knights crash, police were warned of a far more sinister threat. The Mail can reveal why authorities feared the teen could become a target behind bars.
Delhi Police refutes CJP's claim, releases video of informing Abhijeet Dipke about his grandmother's death
Delhi Police issued a video to counter claims that CJP's Abhijeet Dipke was uninformed about his grandmother's death. The police stated that he was informed of the death and offered assistance for travel to the funeral. Dipke declined the offer and was later released after being detained for a protest. Three CJP leaders were arrested following their detention inside an aircraft before the protest.
Delhi Police refutes CJP's claim, releases video of informing Abhijeet Dipke about his grandmother's death
Delhi Police issued a video to counter claims that CJP's Abhijeet Dipke was uninformed about his grandmother's death. The police stated that he was informed of the death and offered assistance for travel to the funeral. Dipke declined the offer and was later released after being detained for a protest. Three CJP leaders were arrested following their detention inside an aircraft before the protest.
Sachin Pilot may have denied me ticket; will always remain Rahul Gandhi's soldier: Amrinder Singh Raja Warring
In a significant reshuffle, Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has stepped down as the president of Punjab Congress, citing internal party resistance during his leadership. Acknowledging the support of the new leader Pargat Singh, Warring reaffirmed his loyalty to Rahul Gandhi and the Congress's vision, while also highlighting the necessity for increased youth involvement in future elections.
Kemi Badenoch scores poll bounce from Tory conference after vow to slash inheritance tax... as snap election fever grips Westminster
The Tories were up three points in the latest research from Opinium, giving an early sign that Kemi Badenoch's vow to slash inheritance tax went down well with voters.
Defence shambles as Wes Streeting says he DOES want spending to hit 3% of GDP by 2030... but admits Chancellor John Healey won't commit to the date for another year
Wes Streeting eventually acknowledged he wanted to reach the goal after repeatedly dodging in a BBC interview.
UK households urged by British Gas to have these six items in an emergency kit
It comes ahead of any wintry conditions hitting the UK
Netflix New Releases: What are the must-watch Netflix releases for the week of October 9-15?
Netflix is set to launch various new shows and films from October 9 to 15, targeting diverse audiences. Major highlights include The Diplomat Season 4 and the film Animals, featuring Ben Affleck. Reality TV fans will enjoy the new season of Love Is Blind, which debuts on October 14. Documentaries such as TYSON and others will also premiere during this week.