Zheng Qinwen remembers almost everything about her first trip to the Pan Pacific Open two years ago, including that it was the first time she reached the final at a WTA 500 event.

The world’s No. 7 player is hoping her memories of the 2024 Pan Pacific Open include lifting the trophy.

Zheng defeated Diana Shnaider 7-6 (7-5), 6-3 in their semifinal at Ariake Coliseum on Saturday to set up a showdown against former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin in the final.