News about Li Na

Last year, she wore an eye-catching pink gown as she celebrated her first grand slam title. After beating Zheng Qinwen in straight sets this year, the 25-year-old opted for an all-white ensemble (inset) and shared a touching moment with a ballkid.

The world number two lifted her first grand slam trophy at Melbourne Park 12 months ago and has been untouchable this week. Zheng, a Chinese girl of 21 years of age, was competing in her first grand slam final, standing in her way. She didn't miss a set in seven matches and defeated Zheng 6-3 6-2, becoming the first female female Azarenka's first female to win back-to-back titles since countrywoman Victoria Azarenka 11 years ago. Zheng, who did not have to face a top-50 player in the first six rounds, had hoped to imitate Li Na and claim the title for China a decade ago.

The 12th seed (pictured during her quarterfinals victory over Anna Kalinskaya) is hoping to follow in the footsteps of her countrywoman Li Na by winning the Australian Open, but she will have to overcome a difficult start back to fulfill her dream.