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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 in the United Cup on January 3, 2026, in Sydney.
Zhang Zhizhen of China defeated Zizou Bergs in nearly three hours, 6-7(2), 7-6(3), 7-5.
Zhang Zhizhen then teamed with Zhu Lin to win the decisive mixed doubles match 5-7, 7-6(5), 10-6.
Elise Mertens defeated Zhu Lin 6-2, 6-2, but China clinched the tie.

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China defeated Belgium 2-1 in the United Cup on January 3, 2026, in Sydney.
Zhang Zhizhen of China defeated Zizou Bergs in nearly three hours, 6-7(2), 7-6(3), 7-5.
Zhang Zhizhen then teamed with Zhu Lin to win the decisive mixed doubles match 5-7, 7-6(5), 10-6.
Elise Mertens defeated Zhu Lin 6-2, 6-2, but China clinched the tie.