Emma Raducanu is about to start her title defense at the upcoming US Open. The British sensation is definitely not considered among the top favorites to win the upcoming major. Nevertheless, tennis legend Kim Clijsters states that Emma’s tennis is much better now than one year ago when she conquered her maiden Slam.
“She’s already done a lot more in the lead-up to the US Open than she did last year, she beaten a lot of good players. She is maturing as a tennis player. I think her tennis is better now than it was when she won the US Open,” said Kim, who has won 4 majors (3 US Open).
Emma Raducanu in 2022
Now ranked no.11, Emma played her last match on the 18th of August when she was overcome by world no.8 Jessica Pegula 7-5 6-4 in the 3rd round in Cincinnati (draw).
Currently, during this year the Brit has managed to achieve a composed 13-15 win-loss record.
Raducanu is scheduled to compete next in U.S. Open (U.S. Open). She will commence the tournament from the main draw on the 29th of August.