Emma Raducanu’s recent performances suggest she has surpassed the form that led to her historic 2021 US Open victory. At the Miami Open, Raducanu reached her first WTA 1000 quarter-final, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-1, 6-3 in the fourth round.
She continued her impressive run by pushing world No. 4 Jessica Pegula to three sets in a 6-4, 6-7(3), 6-2 defeat.
This progression has propelled Raducanu back into the top 50 of the WTA rankings and positioned her to reclaim the British No. 1 spot. Her recent performances have drawn praise from tennis experts, including Martina Navratilova, who commended her potential to break into the world’s top 30.
In contrast, her 2021 US Open run was marked by a series of straight-sets victories, culminating in a 6-4, 6-3 win over Leylah Fernandez in the final.
While that victory was remarkable, Raducanu’s current form indicates significant growth and consistency in her game.
For a glimpse of Raducanu’s earlier triumph, here’s the full match of the 2021 US Open final:
