Chinese men make a racket in 2024

The 2024 season has seen Chinese tennis emerge as a true force to be reckoned with on the international stage.

And, it's safe to say, for the first time ever, its men have contributed just as much to that world-elite status as their female compatriots.

Led by world No 45 Zhang Zhizhen, three Chinese men, including No 50 Shang Juncheng and No 65 Buyunchaokete, have ended the 2024 season ranked within the top-100, realizing Chinese fans' long-cherished dream of cheering for their own at the top of the men's game, as they have for their women's stars for decades.