Game 1, Sreeja 6-8 Zeng
Much better from Sreeja, winning both of her service points.
Game 1, Sreeja 4-8 Zeng
A four point lead for Zeng now. She has certainly brought the heat in the first game!
Game 1, Sreeja 4-6 Zeng
First two point lead of the match goes to Zeng, who is mixing caution with aggression. Sreeja is finding it hard to place her smashes.
Game 1, Sreeja 4-4 Zeng
Zeng is up for the challenge as she keeps herself in the game not allowing Sreeja to run away with it.
Game 1, Sreeja 3-3 Zeng
Brilliant serve by Sreeja, whipped in with pace, and Zeng is unable to return it.
Game 1, Sreeja 2-2 Zeng
Sreeja and Zeng are getting into their groove in these early exchanges.
Its Sreeja Akula's birthday!
The Indian paddler turns 26 today. Can the birthday girl make this day extra special by booking a place in the round of 16?
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The first Indian in action today will be world no.25 Sreeja Akula taking on Singapore's Zeng Jian in the round of 32 of the women's singles.
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