Tennis sensation Ons Jabeur recently secured a win over Emma Raducanu in Abu Dhabi, but rather than focusing solely on her victory, Jabeur took a moment to express her admiration for the young British player. In a gracious post-match statement, Jabeur acknowledged the challenge Raducanu posed on the court.
“She didn’t make it easy for me, obviously,” Jabeur remarked after her triumph over Raducanu. Despite the competitive nature of the match, Jabeur was quick to highlight Raducanu’s exceptional skills, referring to her as an “amazing player.”
“Emma is such an amazing player. I really wish her all the best, and I know she can play much better,” Jabeur added, showcasing a genuine respect for Raducanu’s talent and potential in the world of tennis.
What stands out is Jabeur’s declaration of being a “big fan” of Raducanu. This statement goes beyond the customary post-match pleasantries, emphasizing the genuine admiration Jabeur holds for her opponent. Jabeur’s encouragement extends to a hopeful anticipation of witnessing Raducanu achieve more victories in the future.
“I’m a big fan of hers, so I’m looking forward to seeing her win more matches,” Jabeur concluded, encapsulating the camaraderie and sportsmanship that make tennis a truly remarkable and respectful sport.
In an era where competitive spirit often overshadows camaraderie, Ons Jabeur’s words serve as a reminder that, beyond the scorelines, tennis players share a mutual respect for each other’s abilities and a collective desire to see the sport’s rising stars shine. The support and admiration exchanged between Jabeur and Raducanu exemplify the spirit of sportsmanship that continues to define the world of tennis.
Jabeur in Abu Dhabi, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked no.6, the Tunisian has an overall 2-1 record in 2024. Jabeur is currently having a run in Abu Dhabi where she conquered the world no.296 Emma Raducanu 6-4 6-1.
Ons Jabeur will take on the world no.13 Beatriz Haddad Maia in the quarter. Their record is 2-1 for Jabeur.
Jabeur won 5 titles in her career: 1 on hard courts, 2 on clay courts and 2 on grass courts. (See the list of her titles)
Jabeur has scheduled to compete next in Doha (Qatar TotalEnergies Open). She will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 12th of February.
Emma Raducanu in 2024
Now ranked no.296, Emma played her last match on the 7th of February when she was defeated by world no.6 Ons Jabeur 6-4 6-1 in the 2nd round in Abu Dhabi (draw).
This season Raducanu has achieved an overall 3-3 record.
Ons Jabeur and Emma Raducanu fought against each other only once. Their record is 1-0 for Jabeur. When they played, Ons Jabeur won 6-4 6-1 in the 2nd round in Abu Dhabi (Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open) on the 7th of February 2024.
In the following video you can watch the key moments of their match.