Emma Raducanu’s impressive 6-4, 6-2 victory over Naomi Osaka at the Citi Open in Washington has earned her a spot in the quarter-finals and reclaimed the British No. 1 ranking, surpassing Katie Boulter.
Raducanu’s Performance Against Osaka
Raducanu expressed her satisfaction with her performance, particularly her strong service games, in what was a dominant win against the former world No. 1. This victory not only moves Raducanu into the quarter-finals but also reestablishes her position as the top-ranked British player.
Quarter-Final Matchup
Looking ahead, Raducanu is set to face Maria Sakkari in the quarter-finals. The two have met three times before, and Raducanu has yet to drop a set in those encounters, making her the favorite going into the match.
Other Tournament News
In other tournament news, British players Cameron Norrie and Dan Evans were eliminated, while Venus Williams also exited the competition, ending her run at the Citi Open.
