Emma Raducanu began with success at the WTA 250 Citi Open in Washington

The British tennis player Emma Raducanu qualified for the second round of the tennis tournament WTA 250 Citi Open in Washington (USA) with a prize fund of 251,750 USD.

The second-seeded Emma Raducanu won her match versus the qualifier Louisa Chirico by 2-0 (6:4, 6:2) to kick off her North American tennis summer, which last season ended with a US Open title.

“I definitely feel really good to start with a win here in Washington. It’s my first match since Wimbledon and I haven’t played much this year, so I’m happy with this success. Every first round is a challenge, especially when you’re not in optimal condition. It’s very important to deal with the little things, to stay calm”, commented Emma Raducanu.

For a place in the quarterfinals, Emma Raducanu will meet the Colombian Camila Osorio, who eliminated the 2020 Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin (USA) with 2-0 (7:6, 6:1).