Qinwen Zheng defeated Jule Niemeier 6–2, 6–1 in the second round of the US Open on hard court on 30 August 2024, confirming her status as the pre-match favourite with a commanding display. Zheng's dominant performance saw her concede just three games across two sets, demonstrating control throughout the encounter. Niemeier, who entered as the clear underdog, was unable to mount sustained resistance against Zheng's superior court positioning and execution. The result underscores Zheng's continued ascent at the American Grand Slam and positions her favourably for the subsequent rounds.