Emma Raducanu’s campaign came to an abrupt end as she suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of the current WTA World No.10. The 26-year-old Grand Slam champion overpowered the British No.1 in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2, to book her place in the fourth round.
Previously, she had disappointed Julieta Pareja in the first round and Tereza Valentova in the second. She becomes the first player to make her way at round 4 in the US Open 2025.
The Kazakhstani star displayed her trademark power and consistency, leaving Raducanu little room to breathe. Her relentless baseline hitting, sharp returns, and unshakable serve gave the 2021 US Open champion no chance to establish rhythm.
Statistically, the gulf between the two players was undeniable. The WTA Top 10 player converted four break points, dominated both first-serve and second-serve percentages, and racked up 33 service points along with eight service holds. Raducanu, on the other hand, could only manage to win one game in the opening set and two in the second—one of her most one-sided defeats in recent memory.
This commanding performance underlines why the 26-year-old continues to be a major force in women’s tennis. With her aggressive style and proven experience at Grand Slam level, she looks poised to make a deep run as the tournament heads into its second week.
For Raducanu, this defeat will serve as a tough reminder of the physical and mental demands at the elite level of the WTA Tour. Despite showing glimpses of her shot-making ability, the British star was ultimately outclassed in every department of the match.
As the WTA World No.10 advances confidently into the fourth round, fans will be eager to see if she can translate this dominant form into a push for another Grand Slam title.