no. they only did that for the 2009 holiday exhibition. this was the open singles from 2008, not the spinvitational but an actual, usatt rated event for prize money. format was best of 5.
@KaxMisha lei didnt have much energy for this match, nor enthusiasm... i think he felt uncomfortable facing a legendary chinese player and a female. that being said, i think zhang yining at her best can be very competitive with the vast majority of male players!
