Sun Xinran is a current Chinese public figure highlighted in recent news. She has gained attention after a Beijing match incident involving a ball-by-spectator injury during a duel with tennis star Coco Gauff’s opponent, amid broader on-court scrutiny in the China Open context.
Gauff has reached the Beijing fourth round after stopping play to raise a flickering LED-board protest. She has faced racist abuse online, which she says is unacceptable, and she remains under scrutiny as a young champion navigates criticism and rules around video reviews.
Djokovic leads Medvedev in the Beijing semifinal final stages after Medvedev is disqualified for hitting a ball into the stands, injuring a spectator. Djokovic will face Alex de Minaur in the final; Hurkacz retires in the other semi. Djokovic’s perfect China Open record remains intact.