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Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen faces backlash over trophy photoshoot

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Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen faced criticism from some female internet users for a glamorous photo shoot with her China Open trophy. The photos, taken on the Great Wall near Beijing, showed her in a dress and high heels, leading to accusations of seeking male approval. However, many fans defended Zheng, arguing that strength and beauty are not mutually exclusive. Zheng's victory at the China Open was historic, making her the first Chinese player to win the tournament in its 22-year history. AI

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Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen faces backlash over trophy photoshoot

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alice Yan ·

    ‘Seeking male approval’: Chinese tennis star criticised for glamorous photo shoot with trophy

    After Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen won the China Open in early October, a series of photos showing her in a white dress and studded high heels, holding the trophy on the Great Wall, unexpectedly drew criticism from female internet users who accused the athlete of trying to …

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