Summary
Emma Raducanu returned to the French Open after recovering from injuries and won her first-round match against Wang Xinyu, despite not feeling well. Raducanu will next face defending champion Iga Swiatek in the second round.
Key Facts
- The French Open 2025 takes place from May 25 to June 8 at Roland Garros.
- Emma Raducanu defeated Wang Xinyu with scores of 7-5, 4-6, 6-3.
- Raducanu needed medical attention on court during her match because she was not feeling well.
- She is ranked 41st in the world and hasn’t played in the tournament for two years due to injuries.
- Raducanu was previously ranked number 10 globally and is a former US Open champion.
- She will play against Iga Swiatek, the defending champion, in the next round.
- Katie Boulter, another British player, aims to reach the second round as well.
- Jodie Burrage, competing under a protected injury ranking, lost her opening match.
