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China Triumphs Over Belgium in Thrilling United Cup Clash

1/4/2026

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China defeated Belgium 2-1 at the United Cup in Sydney on January 3, 2026.
Zhang Zhizhen (Chinese tennis player) defeated Zizou Bergs in a tense singles match, 6-7(2), 7-6(3), 7-5.
Zhu Lin (Chinese tennis player) partnered with Zhang Zhizhen to win the mixed doubles against Bergs and Elise Mertens.
Zhang Zhizhen hit 12 aces and did not face a break point, marking a comeback after a shoulder injury sidelined him for six months.

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China defeated Belgium 2-1 at the United Cup in Sydney on January 3, 2026.
Zhang Zhizhen (Chinese tennis player) defeated Zizou Bergs in a tense singles match, 6-7(2), 7-6(3), 7-5.
Zhu Lin (Chinese tennis player) partnered with Zhang Zhizhen to win the mixed doubles against Bergs and Elise Mertens.
Zhang Zhizhen hit 12 aces and did not face a break point, marking a comeback after a shoulder injury sidelined him for six months.