Teen Tennis Sensation Continues Winning Streak in Romania

Emma Raducanu has secured her place in the Transylvania Open quarter-finals after defeating home favourite Ana Bogdan in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4. This marks the 18-year-old US Open champion’s second consecutive victory on the WTA Tour, following her win against Polona Hercog earlier in the tournament.

Raducanu’s latest successes come after her remarkable triumph at Flushing Meadows, where she became the first British female Grand Slam singles winner in 44 years and the first qualifier in the Open Era to win a major. Despite that historic achievement, she faced challenges afterward, including an early exit at Indian Wells and withdrawing from the Kremlin Cup.

Speaking after the match, Raducanu expressed her excitement about playing in Romania, where her father was born. “It’s great to compete here against such a strong opponent like Ana,” she said. “Although there are no fans, the volunteers brought energy to the event, and I’m enjoying every match as I continue to learn and grow.”

Raducanu, who plans to announce a new coach ahead of the Australian Open, will next face Ukrainian teenager Marta Kostyuk in the quarter-finals.

As a gesture of appreciation for the support she has received, Raducanu has donated her US Open trophy to the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA). “The LTA has done so much for me, and I wanted to show my gratitude. It’s a small gift for everything they’ve given me,” she said.