There is fantastic news for Emma Raducanu, who will be able to start her Australian Open campaign from the main draw. The British sensation had to stay out of competition for nine months after undergoing three surgeries. On her comeback, some tennis fans were surprised to learn that the Australian Open did not grant a wild card to the 2021 U.S. Open champion. However, thanks to the protected ranking system and some players retiring,
Emma now has the opportunity to play straight in the main draw without going through the qualifications (the last one was Lauren Davis). It is also interesting to notice that the last time that she played in the qualifications of a Grand Slam, she won it, and that was again in 2021.
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Raducanu in Auckland, ranking, and results in 2024
LWWLWWWLWW At the moment ranked no.301, the Brit has managed to achieve an overall 1-0 win-loss record in 2024. Raducanu is participating in Auckland where she toppled the world no.134 Elena Gabriela Ruse 6-3 4-6 7-5.
Emma Raducanu will square off with the world no.25 Elina Svitolina in the 2nd round. In the past, they have never played each other until now in top tournaments.
Emma Raducanu |
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