A fit and firing Emma Raducanu looks simply unstoppable. The British star, who has been plagued by injuries in recent years, showcased her return to full fitness with an explosive and dynamic performance to beat Janice Tjen 6-2, 6-1 and reach the US Open third round.
Her movement around the court was sharp, balanced, and powerful, with no signs of the physical frailties that have hampered her progress. She chased down balls with intensity and launched into her shots with a strong, stable base, generating effortless power.
This clean bill of health is arguably the most important factor in her resurgence. It has allowed her to put in the hard work on the practice court needed to develop her more aggressive game. As she said, a strong serve “seeps into the rest of my game,” and a healthy body allows for a powerful, repeatable service motion.
A healthy Raducanu is a dangerous Raducanu. Her talent has never been in doubt, but her body has often let her down. Now, with her physical issues seemingly behind her, she is free to play her best tennis. The result is an unstoppable force, confidently moving through the draw.