Overview

• Zheng underwent arthroscopic surgery on her right elbow in mid-July after months of persistent pain during training and matches.
• She announced on July 21 that she will skip the U.S. Open, which begins on August 24 in New York, to focus on her recovery.
• Tournament organizers named France’s Leolia Jeanjean as her replacement in the main draw of the hard-court Grand Slam.
• The 22-year-old Olympic gold medallist and 2024 Australian Open finalist has not competed since her first-round Wimbledon exit due to elbow issues.
• Zheng plans a short break from competition while undergoing rehabilitation, delaying her return to elite play.