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Olympic Tennis Champ Zheng Says Elbow Surgery ‘Successful’
CHINA, JUL 19 – Zheng Qinwen will miss key tournaments including the US Open as she focuses on rehabilitation following successful elbow arthroscopic surgery, ending a 19-11 season start, officials said.
- On Saturday, Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen announced her arthroscopic surgery was successful, she will pause her WTA Tour schedule briefly.
- Persistent right elbow pain hampered her preparation over past months, after which specialists recommended arthroscopic surgery, Zheng explained.
- With the US Open four weeks away, Zheng is likely to miss it and the mixed doubles event.
- Despite the setback, Zheng emphasized she views this pause as a step toward long-term improvement and promises full rehabilitation training.
- The US Open begins Aug. 24, and attention will shift to the Australian Open in the coming months.
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