Zheng Qinwen came from behind to defeat 16-year-old Lutova 2-1 on Tuesday, ending her opponent's nine-match winning streak to capture a long-awaited Grand Slam main-draw win.

The match proved emotionally draining for the teenager, who was reduced to tears and visibly lost her composure during the contest as Zheng's relentless baseline pressure told.

After sealing the victory, Zheng celebrated with a clenched-fist roar, the frustration of recent Grand Slam struggles pouring out in one emphatic release.

The result marks a significant confidence boost for Zheng as she continues her bid to make a deeper run at the tournament.