The Round of 32 in the top half of the China Open 2025 draw brought contrasting fortunes: Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva advanced in style, while Qinwen Zheng’s long-awaited comeback ended abruptly.
Retirements Shift the Draw
The biggest twist came in the clash between Linda Noskova (CZE) and home favorite Qinwen Zheng (CHN). Noskova led 6-4, 3-6, 3-0 when Zheng retired, ending Chinese hopes abruptly in front of her home crowd. Zheng’s comeback, which began with a bye in round one and a win in round two, was over almost as soon as it began. Noskova, meanwhile, moves forward with confidence.
Swiatek also advanced after a retirement, racing through the opening set 6-0 against Camila Osorio (COL) before the Colombian was forced to quit. The Pole had been in total command, firing freely and breaking at will, though the match ended too quickly to offer a real test. Emma Navarro (USA) benefited in similar fashion, moving past Lois Boisson (FRA) when the Frenchwoman stopped at 6-2, 1-0. Three retirements in the same round stripped away some of the expected battles, leaving winning players fresh but fans short of the contests they anticipated.
Pegula Survives Raducanu Test
Jessica Pegula (USA) pulled through one of the toughest battles of the round against Emma Raducanu (GBR). Raducanu snatched the first set 6-3 with aggressive play and sharp movement. Pegula hit back in a tense second set, edging it 7-6 (11-9) after saving multiple three set points. That swing shifted the match, and the American dominated the decider 6-0. Pegula’s ability to weather the storm might give her wings in the next round.
Raducanu vs Pegula – Full Match Stats
| Statistic | Raducanu | Pegula |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 0.85 | 1.18 |
| Serve Rating | 230 | 266 |
| Aces | 5 | 5 |
| Double Faults | 4 | 2 |
| 1st Serve % | 66% (67/101) | 65% (62/95) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 67% (45/67) | 68% (42/62) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 32% (11/34) | 53% (18/34) |
| Break Points Saved | 58% (7/12) | 57% (4/7) |
| Service Games | 64% (9/14) | 77% (10/13) |
| Ace % | 5% | 5.3% |
| Double Fault % | 4% | 2.1% |
| Return Rating | 145 | 179 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 32% (20/62) | 33% (22/67) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 47% (16/34) | 68% (23/34) |
| Break Points Won | 43% (3/7) | 42% (5/12) |
| Return Games | 23% (3/13) | 36% (5/14) |
| Pressure Points | 53% (10/19) | 47% (9/19) |
| Service Points | 55% (56/101) | 62% (59/95) |
| Return Points | 38% (36/95) | 45% (45/101) |
| Total Points | 47% (92/196) | 53% (104/196) |
| Match Points Saved | 1 | 3 |
| Max Points In A Row | 7 | 6 |
| Service Games Won | 64% (9/14) | 77% (10/13) |
| Return Games Won | 23% (3/13) | 36% (5/14) |
| Total Games Won | 44% (12/27) | 56% (15/27) |
| Max Games In A Row | 3 | 7 |
| Match Duration | 2h 23m | |
Mirra Andreeva in Command
Mirra Andreeva (WRL) continued her impressive run, defeating Jessica Bouzas Maneiro (ESP) 6-4, 6-1. After a competitive opening set, the teenager raised her level, striking cleanly off both wings and controlling the rallies. Her defensive skills again turned into offense as she absorbed pressure and counterpunched with accuracy. It was another statement win from a player rapidly making her mark in Beijing.
Kartal, Kostyuk and Potapova Impress
- Sonay Kartal (GBR) kept her strong form going with a straightforward 6-3, 6-2 win over Maya Joint (AUS). Kartal’s baseline consistency and ability to dictate rallies proved too much for the Australian.
- Anastasia Potapova (WRL) also progressed, holding off Zeynep Sonmez (TUR) 6-3, 7-5 in a competitive contest. Potapova’s powerful serving and timely winners made the difference in closing the match.
- Marta Kostyuk (UKR) continued her strong run with a commanding 6-4, 6-2 win over Aliaksandra Sasnovich (WRL). The Ukrainian controlled the baseline exchanges and never allowed Sasnovich to settle, moving efficiently into the next round.
What’s Next
The Round of 16 now promises heavyweight clashes and intriguing tests. Iga Swiatek (POL) faces Emma Navarro (USA), a chance for the world No.1 to prove her dominance against one of the tour’s rising Americans. Jessica Pegula (USA) takes on Marta Kostyuk (UKR) in what looks like one of the round’s most competitive duels, with the Ukrainian carrying momentum and nothing to lose.
Mirra Andreeva (WRL) meets Sonay Kartal (GBR), and the Russian teenager enters as the strong favorite after her commanding displays in the early rounds. Meanwhile, Anastasia Potapova (WRL) battles Linda Noskova (CZE) in a showdown between two powerful hitters.
With Zheng’s comeback ending after just one and a half matches, the section looks more open than expected, giving Andreeva and Swiatek a potentially clearer path toward the semifinals while others battle to keep their breakthroughs alive.