British Stars Shine in Washington Open: Raducanu, Norrie, and Evans Stun Top Seeds
British tennis stars Emma Raducanu, Cameron Norrie, and Dan Evans deliver thrilling upsets at the Washington Open, defeating higher-ranked opponents to advance in the tournament.
Raducanu Battles Past Kostyuk in Grueling Opener
Emma Raducanu marked her return to hardcourt tennis with a hard-fought 7-6(4), 6-4 victory over 7th seed Marta Kostyuk. The 2021 US Open champion saved crucial break points in a 71-minute first set, later overcoming a second-set rally from the Ukrainian.
Key Moments:
- Squandered 4-0 tiebreak lead before clinching opener
- Survived late comeback attempt at 4-4 in second set
- Sealed win with Kostyuk's double fault on match point
"I'm happy with the way I fought through," Raducanu said post-match, setting up a blockbuster clash with Naomi Osaka.
Norrie Ends Top-10 Drought in Style
Cameron Norrie produced his first top-10 victory since 2021, rallying past 2nd seed Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-2, 6-3. The British No.1:
- Saved 5 break points in decisive third set
- Converted 75% of net approaches
- Secured crucial break in 6th game of final set
"I'm playing like a kid again – enjoying the battle," Norrie remarked after his 2h07m triumph.
Evans Rolls Back the Years
35-year-old Dan Evans defied age and rankings to oust 13th seed Alex Michelsen 6-4, 6-4. The veteran:
- Won 83% of first-serve points
- Saved all 3 break points faced
- Set up Moutet clash with vintage baseline mastery
Next-Gen Watch:
- Raducanu vs Osaka: First career meeting
- Norrie faces home favorite Nakashima
- Evans seeks quarterfinal berth against Moutet
Cameron Norrie celebrates his victory over Musetti (Image: Getty)
Tournament Implications
- Raducanu climbs 28 spots to No.88 in live rankings
- Norrie strengthens ATP Finals qualification bid
- British trio collectively defeat opponents ranked 200 spots higher
The Washington Open continues through August 5th, serving as crucial preparation for the US Open series.
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