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Zheng Qinwen

Zheng Qinwen is a Chinese professional tennis player from Shiyan, Hubei Province.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Zheng Qinwen is a Chinese professional tennis player from Shiyan, Hubei Province. She won the women's singles gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics and has reached a career-high WTA singles ranking of world No. 4. She is the second Chinese woman to enter the WTA top 5 in singles, after Li Na.

Early life and background

Zheng Qinwen was born in Shiyan, Hubei Province, China, on 8 October 2002. She began playing tennis at a young age and turned professional in 2018.

Professional career

Zheng rose quickly through the junior and ITF circuits before breaking through on the WTA Tour. Her early senior career included her first WTA title at the 2023 Palermo Ladies Open and a run to the final of the 2024 Australian Open, her first major final.

Olympic success

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Zheng won women's singles gold on clay at Roland Garros. The victory made her the first Asian tennis player to win Olympic singles gold.

Rankings and titles

Zheng reached a career-high WTA singles ranking of No. 4 in June 2025. Her career title count includes WTA Tour, WTA Challenger, and ITF singles trophies.

Key facts

  • Won Olympic gold in women's singles at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • Reached a career-high WTA singles ranking of world No. 4 in June 2025.
  • Became the first Asian tennis player to win Olympic singles gold.
  • Reached the final of the 2024 Australian Open, her first major final.
  • Won her first WTA Tour title at the 2023 Palermo Ladies Open and defended it in 2024.
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Canadian context

Zheng Qinwen is relevant to Canadian readers as a leading figure in women’s tennis and a frequent opponent on the WTA Tour, which includes events and media coverage followed in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Zheng Qinwen?
Zheng Qinwen is a Chinese professional tennis player known for winning Olympic gold in women's singles at Paris 2024.
Where is Zheng Qinwen from?
She was born in Shiyan, Hubei Province, China.
What is Zheng Qinwen's highest WTA ranking?
Her career-high WTA singles ranking is world No. 4, reached in June 2025.
What is Zheng Qinwen's biggest title?
Her biggest singles title is the Olympic gold medal she won at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Has Zheng Qinwen reached a Grand Slam final?
Yes. She reached the 2024 Australian Open final, her first major final.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zheng_Qinwen
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, professional status, Olympic gold, rankings, title counts, major final, awards
  2. WTA Official — https://www.wtatennis.com/players/328120/qinwen-zheng
    Supports: Player profile, birthplace, official tour information
  3. Roland Garros — https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/players/42560-q.zheng
    Supports: Birthplace, career progression, Olympic gold, first Asian Olympic singles champion
  4. Olympics.com — https://www.olympics.com/ru/athletes/qinwen-zheng
    Supports: Olympic gold medal, birthplace, early tennis background
  5. Rolex — https://www.rolex.com/en-us/rolex-family/tennis/qinwen-zheng
    Supports: Turned professional in 2018, career progression, Australian Open final, Olympic gold