Summary
Emma Raducanu was eliminated from the Italian Open after losing to Coco Gauff in the fourth round. Raducanu, currently ranked 49th in the world, was defeated by Gauff 6-1, 6-2 on clay courts in Rome.
Key Facts
- Emma Raducanu reached the last 16 in the Italian Open but was knocked out by Coco Gauff.
- Raducanu, ranked 49th globally, was defeated in straight sets, 6-1 and 6-2.
- Coco Gauff is ranked third in the world and previously reached the French Open final.
- Raducanu won three consecutive clay-court matches for the first time in her career before facing Gauff.
- Raducanu is relatively inexperienced on clay courts, having played only 21 matches compared to 81 on hard courts.
- Since partnering with coach Mark Petchey, Raducanu has shown improved form, winning 8 out of 11 recent matches.
- Raducanu is currently ranked 49th in the WTA rankings and missed an opportunity to become the British number one again.
- The French Open, another major tennis tournament, begins on May 25, where Raducanu plans to compete.
