Emma Raducanu expressed her disappointment after a challenging first-round defeat at the US Open to Sofia Kenin. The former champion, Kenin, showcased a dominant performance with six aces and 45 winners, ultimately securing a 6-1 3-6 6-4 victory over Raducanu.
Raducanu, who had skipped key tune-up events in her preparation for the tournament, acknowledged that she may have benefited from more match practice leading up to the US Open. Reflecting on her performance, Raducanu mentioned the importance of match experience in feeling confident and in sync on the court.
