Elina Svitolina beats Ann Li to set up Qinwen Zheng quarter-final in Beijing, while Iga Swiatek will play Elise Mertens: Reaction & Previews
Elina Svitolina beats Ann Li to set up a Beijing quarter-final against Qinwen Zheng, while Iga Swiatek will face Elise Mertens. Talking Tennis reacts to Svitolina’s victory and looks ahead to both matchups at the China Open.
Can Svitolina overcome Zheng in front of her home crowd? What will decide their quarter-final? And can Mertens challenge Swiatek for a place in the semi-finals? We discuss the key matchups and give our predictions.
Join the conversation: who do you think will advance?
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6 Oct 2026
Djokovic wins Beijing - will he make Turin? Sinner ends season - what does it mean? Shanghai preview
Novak Djokovic wins Beijing — but will he make it to Turin? On this week’s ATP Weekly, Talking Tennis discusses what his latest title means for his ATP Finals ambitions and whether he can finish the season on a high.
Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner’s season is over. We assess what his absence means for the tour, the rivals hoping to capitalise and the Italian’s return.
Plus, we preview the Shanghai Masters: the contenders, potential surprises and key storylines as the race to Turin gathers pace.
Join the debate: will Djokovic qualify, and who is your pick for Shanghai?
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6 Oct 2026
BREAKING NEWS: Sinner ends 2026 season due to injury | Djokovic wins Beijing title - what does it mean for the race to Turin?
Two major developments shake up the race to Turin: Jannik Sinner ends his 2026 season due to injury, while Novak Djokovic wins the Beijing title.
In this breaking news edition of Talking Tennis, we react to Sinner’s announcement and discuss what his absence could mean for the tour and the ATP Finals. Meanwhile, Djokovic’s Beijing triumph puts his Turin hopes firmly in focus — can he secure his place and challenge for another season-ending crown?
How does this change the qualification picture, and which players stand to benefit? Join us for reaction and analysis as the race to Turin enters its crucial final stretch.
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