Navarro feels 'disrespected' by Zheng ahead of potential US Open semi-final

Emma Navaro has intensified the tension ahead of a potential US Open semi-final clash with shenen Wen by reiterating her belief that she has been disrespected by the Chinese tennis star this animosity stems from a heated encounter between the two of the recent Olympics where Navaro labeled jenas Cutthroat following their match during the Paris games xen emerged Victorious over Navaro on route to securing the gold medal the two could potentially face off again in New York provided Jen overcomes aren sabalenka in her upcoming quarterfinal match Navaro reflecting on their previous encounters expressed her dissatisfaction with xing's behavior both during and outside of matches I don't want to delve too deep into it but in our last few encounters including our practice sessions I've felt somewhat disrespected by her Navaro commented I don't think she treated me or the sport with the respect it deserves in response to Navarro's sentiments Jen who described Navaro as a great opponent after their Olympic match seemed somewhat taken aback she mentioned that Navaro had questioned how she managed to ATT so many fans and suggested that if Navaro had issues with her behavior she should address them directly Jen expressed her willingness to improve saying if she's not happy she can tell me I want to be a better player and a better person Navarro's remarks came on the heels of her first Grand Slam semi-final appearance at the US Open where she oued Spain's Paula bza in a hard-fought match Navaro ranked 13th showcased her resilience by overcoming a 5:1 deficit in the second set to eventually win 6 to2 7 to5 this victory was particularly sweet for Navaro who had been eliminated in the first round in her previous two appearances at the tournament reflecting on her Triumph the 23-year-old American was brimming with confidence semi-finals baby I'm ready to rock she declared after her match Navarro's opponent bza had been on the verge of retirement just a few months ago due to a back injury but her game unraveled in the quarterfinal committing 35 unforced errors compared to Navarro's 15 looking ahead to a potential match against Jen Navaro had the challenge posed by her rival she's a great player with a strong serve and Powerful ground strokes she's very aggressive and covers the court well Navaro said it will be a tough match but I'm up for the challenge as tensions rise tennis fans are eagerly awaiting what could be a thrilling and emotionally charged semi-final showdown at the US Open