Teenage Chinese star Jerry Shang Juncheng broke home hearts after beating local favourite Coleman Wong Chak-lam in a gripping Bank of China Hong Kong Open first-round clash on Tuesday.
Under the lights at a rapt Victoria Park Tennis Centre, Hongkonger Wong fought furiously to stay alive in the opening set before losing it on a tiebreak. World No 50 Shang gained a decisive break early in the second and clinched victory 7-6, 6-4 to stay on course for a quarter-final meeting with defending champion Andrey Rublev.
The 20-year-old Wong, who was chasing his first victory over a top-50 opponent, showed glimpses he could cut it at the top, utilising a killer serve that scored him 17 aces in a match lasting one hour and 29 minutes.
Wong, ranked 170 in the world, was roared on by the home crowd in the first set when he courageously dug in to prevent Shang from taking a 4-2 lead. The Hongkonger fended off his 19-year-old counterpart by hitting five aces in a game that had six deuces and saw Wong rescue four break points.
Shang won the tiebreak 7-3 after achieving a pivotal mini break at 3-3.
“It was a great match from both of us and we pushed each other,” Wong said.
Chinese badminton star Jerry Shang captured the hearts of fans in his home country with a stunning victory over Coleman Wong in the Hong Kong Open final. Shang, known for his lightning-fast reflexes and powerful smashes, put on a masterful performance to claim the title in front of a raucous crowd.
The match was a thrilling display of skill and determination, with both players trading points in a back-and-forth battle. But in the end, it was Shang who emerged victorious, winning in straight sets and sending the crowd into a frenzy.
Shang’s win is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport, and it cements his status as one of the top players in the world. Fans across China are celebrating his victory, and eagerly anticipating his next tournament appearance.
Congratulations to Jerry Shang on his impressive win at the Hong Kong Open, and best of luck in his future matches.
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