Zheng Qinwen’s withdrawal not a reflection on Hong Kong event, says city’s tennis boss

South China Morning Post - Oct 19, 2026

Zheng Qinwen’s status as a Prudential Hong Kong Open participant lasted just six days, but the city’s top tennis official does not believe her withdrawal on Sunday has damaged the tournament’s credibility. The Olympic champion had previously pulled out of the Wuhan Open, citing injury and fatigue, but said last week she was excited about the prospect of making her Hong Kong debut next month. Now, however, she has opted to end her season altogether, just weeks after making history as the first...

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