Zhang Shuai hits a return against Elise Mertens during their singles match in Melbourne. Photo: AFP
Zhang Shuai hits a return against Elise Mertens during their singles match in Melbourne. Photo: AFP

Australian Open: Medvedev cruises into last 16, as China’s Zhang Shuai ends rough 24 hours with a win

  • Chinese player loses in women’s singles in straight sets to Elise Mertens, but wins first mixed doubles match
  • Triumph ended tough 24 hours on high note for Zhang, who was knocked out of the women’s doubles on Friday

Zhang Shuai hits a return against Elise Mertens during their singles match in Melbourne. Photo: AFP
Zhang Shuai hits a return against Elise Mertens during their singles match in Melbourne. Photo: AFP
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