Emma Raducanu delivered a commanding performance at the Rothesay International in Eastbourne, defeating fellow US Open champion Sloane Stephens, WR 45 (CH 3 in 2019), in straight sets, 6-4, 6-0. This victory marks Raducanu's debut at Eastbourne and continues her impressive form following a semi-final appearance in Nottingham. Raducanu lost only six points in the second set, showcasing her fitness and confidence on grass. She expressed gratitude to the crowd for their support and highlighted her focus on personal growth and independence. Raducanu will face No. 2 seed Jessica Pegula in the next round.
Emma Raducanu hails new-found independence after win over Sloane Stephens at Eastbourne https://t.co/jL41AIupNZ
Emma Raducanu cruised into the second round of the Rothesay International with a straight sets win over Sloane Stephens ✅ https://t.co/c3e2HBzJri
Eastbourne WTA R1: Brilliant win for (WC) @EmmaRaducanu today in the battle between the 2021 and 2017 US Open champions, bagelling Sloane Stephens USA WR 45 (CH 3 in 2019), 123 places above her, in the 2nd set to go through 4&0! :-) https://t.co/jO7raxtsme
"I'm way more focused on my own lane and less susceptible to outside opinions." Emma Raducanu relishing 'being independent' after stunning Sloane Stephens win in Eastbourne https://t.co/H6Y5HxtYUc
Fabulous performance by @KatiecBoulter winning 6-1 7-6 #RothesayInternational #tennis #WTAtennis #Eastbourne https://t.co/eyVcCsrAZH
Raducanu Blitzes Past Sloane Stephens in Eastbourne. https://t.co/5txz5AxHRV
Emma Raducanu earned a straight set victory over fellow US Open champion Sloane Stephens 💪 Raducanu faces No. 2 seed Jessica Pegula next 🌱 #RothesayInternational https://t.co/txt9EJficf
Emma Raducanu sped to a 6-4, 6-0 win over Sloane Stephens in the opening round at Eastbourne, continuing the promise she showed in reaching the semi-finals at Nottingham. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/pFLddiU1cG
Emma Raducanu delighted the Eastbourne crowd by dispatching Sloane Stephens in straight sets in the first round of the Rothesay International https://t.co/c4F5SvfoNi
Emma Raducanu wins the battle of the US Open champ against Sloane Stephens 6-4, 6-0 to reach the 2nd round in Eastbourne. Lost 6 points in the 2nd set.
Emma Raducanu after beating Sloane Stephens in Eastbourne: “Thank you to everyone who came and supported. I could really hear you guys and feel it. It’s a much bigger court than the center court in Nottingham. It’s really nice to see so many people out here battling the heat. I… https://t.co/9kRnKl7Gn0
Raducanu d. Sloane Stephens 6-4 6-0 in Eastbourne What a match from Emma. That second set was about as flawless as it could’ve been. She’s healthy & fit & trusting herself fully. Great start on the grass. 🇬🇧❤️ https://t.co/K7i32ZdJCJ
Raducanu d. Sloane Stephen’s 6-4 6-0 in Eastbourne What a match from Emma. That second set was about as flawless as it could’ve been. She’s healthy & fit & trusting herself fully. Great start on the grass. 🇬🇧❤️ https://t.co/4tWcN9IYAl
Raducanu beats fellow former US Open champ Sloane Stephens for loss of just 4 games on her Eastbourne debut. Walking the talk @tennis365com https://t.co/tcKvu4eK3C
Excelling in Eastbourne 🇬🇧🤌 Emma Raducanu quickly defeats Sloane Stephens 6-4, 6-0! ⚡️ #RothesayInternational https://t.co/9i1W9KsYah
Emma Raducanu has flown through the second set to book her place in the second round at Eastbourne. She beat fellow US Open winner Sloane Stephens in straight sets 6-4 6-0. #BBCTennis #RothesayInternational https://t.co/U43gXEur6P
Raducanu wins the first set 6-4 in a close battle against Stephens! 🎬 Catch this exciting match live ➡️ https://t.co/tPoe44TDv0 #RothesayInternational https://t.co/WOfoq5OO8o
Raducanu win the first set 6-4 in a close battle against Stephens! 🎬 Catch this exciting match live ➡️ https://t.co/tPoe44TDv0 #RothesayInternational https://t.co/rrVzqJaPbD
In the battle of the US Open Grand Slam winners at Eastbourne... It's Emma Raducanu who has taken the first set 6-4 against Sloane Stephens. 📱🎧 Live @BBCTwo, @BBCiPlayer and the @BBCSport app now. #BBCTennis #RothesayInternational https://t.co/DF4iBzhBCH
Eastbourne WTA R1: Excellent win for (WC) @harriet_dart, who defeats Marie Bouzková CZE WR 37 (CH 24 in 2022), 68 places above her, 7-5 6-7(7) 6-4 after 3h 29m! Her first win v a top 50 player this year, her 12th top 50 win in total :-) https://t.co/APkfnSOTYw